There is so much to do here. This the beauty of what the Ticos call “pura vida” or pure life, it’s the common greeting but also more than just that: a way of life for this country where it is still possible to stray off the beaten path and experience nature and culture that others let pass by. Turn off your phone and experience all kinds of emotions to make you feel alive.
Feeling like doing something interesting but not too difficult? Start your day riding an aerial tram through the forest, or learning about the coffee culture while visiting an actual plantation, or tasting delicious artisan chocolate or leisurely enjoying the Central Market, the Cathedral and the National Theatre during a walking city tour. Spend an afternoon sharing the culture by learning to cook like a local or painting the landscape, finish with a beer tasting or a visit to the spa and hot springs to relax.
More challenging experiences from the easy to the more active ones: early morning birdwatching followed by yoga, a day of deep sea fishing or sailing and beach combing. Or go snorkeling and dolphin-watching, exploring waterfalls, hanging bridges and hiking in the rainforest, finishing with a night turtle-nesting walk.
Are you feeling adventurous and energetic? Experience all the possibilities: start with a vigorous morning of surf, stand-up paddle or sea kayaking. Do you prefer an adrenalin rush? Waterfall rappelling and tree climbing, white water rafting or ziplining will be sure to give you one. For those with lots of energy, combine the day with mountain biking or go diving in our reefs before hitting the dance floor with some latin dances.
