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Imagine a country where a quarter of the territory is made up of protected natural areas. Where the green of the forests and mangroves contrasts with the blue of the lagoons, the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. Where the flora and fauna, wild and lush, can be observed as closely as possible in their natural environment. This country is Costa Rica. In this Latin American state which is celebrating 200 years of its independence this year, the preservation of the environment is a concern shared by the five million inhabitants. The period from December to April, which corresponds to the dry season, is the best to discover this pioneering destination of ecotourism. Its borders have been open without restrictions to travelers vaccinated since August.What to consider a winter full of colors and soft ...

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Travel diary in Costa Rica, curious by nature

The Rio Celeste waterfall in the Tenorio Volcano National Park, Costa Rica.

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In addition to its 27 national parks and nature reserves sheltering an abundant biodiversity, Costa Rica also has other assets along its coast, particularly on the Pacific side.

Among them, Corcovado, one of the largest primary tropical forests in Central America, modest in size but rich in biodiversity.

Or the neighboring Piedras Blancas National Park bordered by paradisiacal beaches.

Unusual journey between forest, mangrove, lagoon and ocean.

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Since the 1970s, the little “Switzerland of Central America” has converted a quarter of its territory into a protected area.

In Costa Rica, the forest covers half of the land.

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The surf of the waves of the Caribbean and the Pacific, the clamor of the howler monkeys, the silent lethargy of the sloths, the song of the resplendent quetzal ... Our suggested itineraries from 12 to 21 days to enjoy your stay in the land of Pura Vida.

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Four volcanoes to thrill

The Poas volcano is an hour's drive north of San José.

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A link in the Pacific Ring of Fire, Costa Rica is home to nearly 290 volcanoes dating back 65 million years, only five of which are still active.

Our advice to discover them as close as possible (and in complete safety) during unforgettable hikes.

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Costa Rica stay |

12 days |

in luxury accommodation

Costa Rica stay |

12 days |

in luxury accommodation Marco Vasco

Marco Vasco invites you to explore Costa Rica from the Caribbean coast to the Pacific coast, staying in the most beautiful lodges in Central America, in the heart of lush nature, from € 6,690.

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