Costa Rica Regions

Costa Rica is a nature lover’s paradise. With over 5% of the world’s biodiversity packed into a small territory, you can expect to encounter a dazzling variety of wildlife, from howler monkeys and sloths to colorful toucans, scarlet macaws, and elusive jaguars. The country’s landscapes are just as diverse — think misty cloud forests, active volcanoes, lush rainforests, mangrove estuaries, and both Pacific and Caribbean coastlines lined with golden or black-sand beaches.

Everywhere you go, nature is part of daily life. You’ll hear tropical birds singing at dawn, see butterflies fluttering through garden trails, and perhaps even spot a whale breaching offshore. Native flora ranges from towering ceiba trees and ancient ferns to vibrant orchids and bromeliads clinging to tree trunks. Many regions are protected as national parks or wildlife reserves, making eco-conscious travel not just possible, but natural.

Whether you’re hiking, birdwatching, snorkeling, or simply relaxing in a hammock surrounded by greenery, Costa Rica invites you to slow down and reconnect with the natural world in a way few places can