8 Enticing Natural Attractions in Costa Rica
Corcovado National Park
A misty rainforest alive with the buzzing of insects and chirping of birds, Corcovado National Park is one of the more remote corners of Costa Rica, located on the Osa Peninsula. It is also one of the most significant tracts of original tropical forest in Central America, sheltering around half of Costa Rica’s animal species.
Here you can spot tapirs, jaguars, macaws and howler monkeys among the dense, verdant foliage. If you’re seeking an immersive jungle experience away from the main tourist haunts, this is one of Costa Rica’s top attractions.
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Montezuma
Colorful, friendly and treacle-slow, Montezuma embraces you with surf beaches and an artsy Rasta culture. Most of the people here seem to have a surfboard tucked under their arm, but even for the non-surfers there is plenty to do: take yoga classes with jungle views, hike to the nearby Montezuma Waterfalls and cool off in their refreshing spray, or simply relax in a veggie-friendly cafe.
To venture further afield, you can hire an ATV and cruise to the Cabo Blanco Natural Reserve, or follow the sandy roads over the peninsula to the tiny town of Santa Teresa, a surfing hot spot with a long white beach.
