Luxury Holidays to Costa Rica

Overview

Costa Rica is located in Central America surrounded by Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the south east, and the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Caribbean Sea to the east. This stunning country is rich in flora and fauna with a diversely varied landscape. The country is home to many plant and animal species, with roughly 5% of the worlds species said to be in Costa Rica., so it's no surprise that there are twenty six protected national parks within the country. The landscape varies from mist covered cloud forests, active volcanoes, fast running rivers, waterfalls and an abundance of sandy beaches. The forests are home to many species of monkeys and bird life. The nature of Costa Rica allows visitors to experience a range of activities from a walk through the canopy of the forests to zip lining through the tree tops, rafting down the rivers or riding over the different terrains. There is also plenty of relaxing activities that can be found to do, from a lazy day on the idyllic beaches to relaxing your body in a hot spring. The perfect time to visit would be during the dry season starting from December to April. This outstanding beautifully diverse country is a must see for those seeking a great mix of nature, adventure and relaxation.

Population - 4.5 Million
Capital - San Jose
Currency - Costa Rican colon (CRC)
Language - Spanish, Mekatelyu, Bribri, Patois
Electricity - 110 Volts
Journey Time - 13 Hours
Time difference - GMT -6 hours
Airport - San Jose