Matador's Ultimate Guide to Costa Rica

Lush rainforests, captivating wildlife, and stunning vistas ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ [Costa Rica]( Matador's Ultimate Guide to Costa Rica Hi there, Tucked between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, Costa Rica emerges as a biodiverse paradise, showcasing some of the planet's most stunning natural wonders. The first country to reverse deforestation, Costa Rica is also leading the way for ecotourism, sustainable travel practices, and environmental conservation, which isn't hard to believe when you realize 30% of the country is protected as a park or reserve. Within those protected parks, you'll be able to explore the misty [cloud forests of Monteverde]( take a hike to Arenal Volcano, or unwind on the sun-kissed shores of Manuel Antonio National Park. With so much to do and see, Costa Rica could easily become your favorite destination ever. Check out our [recommendations below for all things Costa Rica](. [EXPLORE COSTA RICA]( [GuideGeek]( Get Inspired [beaches in Costa Rica]( The 11 Absolute Best Beaches in Costa Rica You’ll find beaches with white sand and black lava-hued sand, beaches with consistent waves that beckon the world’s best surfers, and beaches on protected marine sanctuaries with water so calm you could snorkel all day. [READ MORE]( [Arenal Volcano]( The Best Time to Visit Costa Rica for Every Type of Traveler It is always beautiful somewhere in Costa Rica since it boasts several microclimates, from its tropical jungles to its mountaintop cloud forests to its dry northwest. [READ MORE]( [toucan]( 9 Reasons Costa Rica Is the Ultimate Adventure Destination From active volcanoes and gushing waterfalls to stunning national parks that cover one-quarter of the country (and the greatest biodiversity on the planet), Costa Rica is a nearly unrivaled outdoor destination. [READ MORE]( [waterfall]( How To Visit Costa Rica's Blue Zone — One of the Healthiest Places on Earth Visiting Nicoya doesn’t mean you’ll automatically live to 100, but a trip there is likely to put you on the path to pure life thanks to its natural environment and abundance of healthy activities. [READ MORE]( [monkey]( At This Costa Rica Hideaway, the Real Luxury Is Seeing Abundant and Rare Wildlife Cahuita is a small, unassuming town on Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast. It may not be for everyone, but it’s perfect for those who choose wildlife over nightlife and prefer a basic cabana on an untamed stretch of sand to a luxury resort. [READ MORE]( [by a waterfall]( How to Move to Costa Rica and Live There on the Cheap Here you’ll find a stable, flourishing economy, excellent and affordable healthcare, convenient public transportation, and still spend far less than you would in most US cities. Plus, you could have toucans in your backyard. [READ MORE]( [breaching whale]( The Osa Peninsula Is Costa Rica's Last Wild Frontier A trip here feels like stepping into Jurassic Park. [READ MORE]( [luxury resort]( 5 Spectacular and Sustainable Adults-Only Ecolodges in Costa Rica Costa Rica offers a front-row seat to Central America’s biodiversity without skimping on luxury. [READ MORE]( Nature + Adventure [waterfall]( The 14 Most Amazing Waterfalls in Costa Rica It's also home to the tallest waterfall in Central America. [READ MORE]( [Limon]( 6 Activities That Prove Limón, Costa Rica, Is Home to Epic Jungle Adventures Travelers tend to overlook the nearly 200 miles of coastline on the Caribbean side of Costa Rica. [READ MORE]( [waterfall]( Costa Rica’s Most Underrated National Parks With more than 25 national parks, Costa Rica has a wide range of diverse ecosystems and outdoor experiences for different types of travelers – and lucky for you, some are still flying under the tourism radar. [READ MORE]( [Black sand beach]( The Most Amazing Black Sand Beaches in Costa Rica Since Costa Rica’s many volcanoes bisect the country across its middle, their inky deposits have created black sand beaches on both the Pacific and Caribbean coasts. [READ MORE]( Food + Culture [Yoga]( The Best Costa Rica Yoga Retreats to Reset and Recharge This Year You owe it to yourself to escape for a week, to let go of the day-to-day stress, and sink deep into your lotus pose. [READ MORE]( [Food]( Don't Miss Afro-Caribbean Food on Your Next Trip to Costa Rica Eating your way through Limón is a blended feast of Caribbean, indigenous, and Costa Rican flavors. [READ MORE]( [more food]( 12 Classic Costa Rican Dishes That Exemplify Pura Vida Dishes are filled with fruits, roots, and vegetables from the region, like the nutty pejibaye fruit, yuca, and plantains. [READ MORE]( [person in the forest]( Costa Rica Just Made It Ridiculously Easy to Live There as a Digital Nomad Foreign remote workers and their families are now allowed to travel on the new visa to work and live in Costa Rica for a year and apply for a one-year extension. [READ MORE]( Epic Stays Take the headache out of planning and check out our staff picks for places to stay [Costa Rica places to stay]( [Costa Rica places to stay]( [Costa Rica places to stay]( [Costa Rica places to stay]( [Costa Rica places to stay]( [Costa Rica places to stay]( [Epic Stays TikTok]( [Open email in your web browser and bookmark for your next trip]( EXPLORE THE WORLD WITH MATADOR — FOLLOW US HERE [Facebook]( [Linkedin]( [Youtube]( [Instagram]( [TikTok]( [Pinterest]( [X.com]( [Threads]( [Update your email frequency and topic preferences here](. 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