Family Fun in Costa Rica!
August 15th, 2011

Imagine a family getaway of discovery, adventure and stress free enjoyment. Costa Rica can turn your daydreams into a reality.

 

Costa Rica, which means “Rich Coast” is the perfect destination for the whole family. It was the first country to constitutionally abolish it’s army and, according to the “New Economics Foundation” ranks first in the Happy Planet Index, while also ranking as the greenest country in the world. Costa Rica contains more the 6% of the world’s biodiversity, with National Parks covering almost 12% of its land. The country hosts more than 850 species of birds, 600 species of butterflies, and many exotic and rare mammals such as the three-toed sloth, tapirs, coatis, giant anteaters, peccaries and jungle cats. There is beauty everywhere you look.

 

A family trip is about exploring the outdoors, experiencing new cultures, relaxation and spending quality time together. Costa Rica will act as the perfect host for each member of your family, as it offers something for everyone, of all ages and personalities. If you are looking for adventure, you can sail over the magnificent mountains on a canopy tour, or spend the day white water rafting the countries rivers. For those seeking an educational experience, the country offers a compelling interactive learning environment. Exploring the National Parks and reptile and butterfly gardens, a world of information will be right at your fingertips. If there is a fisherman in the family, Costa Rica also sports world class fishing for both the expert and beginner. If you are looking to spend some time of the golf course, you will find a top ranked golf destination at the Los Suenos Resort in Herradura.

 

As you can see, adventure waits around every corner; However, so does the opportunity for complete relaxation! Whether lounging by a luxurious pool, lying on the deck of a boat, or sipping a drink on the soft sands by the waiting waters, you will be sure to slip straight into paradise. Indulging yourself with a spa treatment, or bringing the whole family to soak in the naturally healing hot springs, you will be sure to find the stress free enjoyment you are looking for.

 

The most amazing aspect of the Costa Rica vacation is that each member of your family will have the chance to find the experience they are yearning for, while still spending quality time as a family and creating the trip of a lifetime.

 

Below you will find a list of some of the most popular Costa Rican adventures and activities. For more information on Costa Rica, contact….

 

Canopy Tour- Today’s canopy tour is an adrenaline-pumping ride through the treetops via a secure system of zip lines. There are multiple canopy tours located

 

National Parks- Both Manuel Antonio and Carara National Park offer the rainforest experience, and endless wildlife viewing possibilities.

 

Neofauna Butterfly and Frogs Gardens- this eco- project is dedicated to help many species facing extinction, and is extremely education for people of all ages.

 

Arenal/ Monteverde Experience- Explore the cloud forest on foot, horseback or ATV, and watch as the Arenal volcano, one of the worlds most active volcano’s, explodes before your eyes. Then relax in natural hot springs, or enjoy a spa treatment in one of the area’s renowned spas.

 

Mangrove and Crocodile Adventure- Discover first-hand the wonders of nature in the Rainforest as you ride along the Tárcoles River, watching the many crocodiles in the water and along the banks. This is also a great tour for the avid birdwatcher.

Sport Fishing- The waters off shore of Costa Rica are abundant with fish, all year round. Both the expert and the beginner will be sure to return home with a trophy catch!

 

Tortuga Island- Enjoy a day in the sun, surrounded by the palm lined white sand beaches and the turquoise waters of Tortuga. Whether it’s the Scissor Tailed Frigate or a Humpback Whale, there is much to see in the waters of Tortuga, and on the island you are free to kayak, snorkel or simply relax on magnificent white sand beaches.