When Christopher Columbus landed on the island of Uvita in 1502, off the coast of Puerto Limon, dazzled by the beauty of the landscapes of the place, he named it Costa Rica (“rich coast”).
Several centuries later, this country of 51,000 square km is still renowned for its inestimable natural riches.
An ecological paradise made up of 50% tropical forests, volcanoes and mountains which have shaped the reliefs, stormy rivers and a double coastline, where 6% of the planet's biodiversity is preserved.
An Eldorado fervently protected by the State and the population, aware of possessing a treasure that appeals to nature lovers.
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Departing from San José, the capital, head to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, on the Caribbean Sea, to explore a region with exotic colors and, since the arrival of workers in the 19th century, Jamaican influences.
Further north, we enjoy vast beaches bordered by classified parks, such as Cahuita or Manzanillo, sheltering lush biodiversity.
On the Rio Pacuare river, the rafting trip takes place in the heart of the primary forest.
On the canals of the Tortuguero reserve, we crisscross the mangroves, which earned it the nickname “Little Amazon”.
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