Costa Rica has been recognised as one of the most positive and happiest countries in 2018. Why? Because of Pura Vida. ‘Pura Vida’ – literally translates as ‘Pure Life’. It’s more than a saying it’s a mentality that ‘Ticos’ try to incorporate in everything they do.

It isn’t a surprise that Costa Rica is considered one of the most welcoming and safest countries in the region. Not only for residents and visitors, but for mother nature too. The country proudly shelters approximately five percent of the existing biodiversity in the world.

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Costa Rica is mother nature’s playground, from mountain ranges and rain forests to active volcanoes and cloud forests to breathtaking beaches.

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WILDLIFE EXPERIENCES

Costa Rica is mother nature’s playground. From mountain ranges and rain forests to active volcanoes and cloud forests, to breathtaking beaches, Costa Rica’s diversity of landscapes, climates, and natural wonders provides visitors with unlimited experiences.

For a small country it offers a lot, you can see and do a lot in two weeks. Here is the when and where you should be to get up and close with some of the most famous locals, the real insta stars of Costa Rica.

Sloths

Costa Rica is one of the few countries in the world that has both two toed and three toed sloths, you can spot them everywhere in Costa Rica except the Guanacaste area. You just have to look up really high.

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Monkeys

White faced, squirrel, howler and spider monkeys. Make sure you visit Manuel Antonio National Park and Corcovado National Parks to see most of these species! You might be surprised and hear the howlers before being able to spot them jumping through the canopy.

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Whales

From December to March Humpback whales call the warm south pacific waters home. There are two seasons: July until the middle of November and from mid-December to April. Marino Ballena National Park is a great location to go whale watching, which also happens to have a whale tail shaped coast.

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Turtles

Turtle nesting is one of the top must see experiences in Costa Rica and truly magical. There are four different types of turtle species Leatherback, Green turtles, Oliver Ridleys and Hawksbill. Different turtles can be found in the Caribbean and Pacific Coasts in different times of the year.

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Birds

Quetzals are said to be the most attractive bird in Costa Rica. These small and cute birds have striking green and red colouring. However, their small size, camouflaged colours and very fast moves make them hard to spot and even harder to capture on camera.The best place to find them is Los Quetzales National Park during mid-February to May on avocado trees.

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Hummingbird

There are 50 different species of hummingbirds in Costa Rica . The Scarlet Macaw species was nearly extinct in Costa Rica. However, due to the countries efforts in sustainability and protection of national parks the Macaws are growing in population. You can now hear their distinctive sound as they fly across the sky in pairs. They can be seen on the Osa Peninsula and around the Carara Biological Reserve.

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Iguanas

The largest lizard specifies in Central America, an adult green iguana can reach six feet in length. On a hot day you will find these large lizards coming down to catch some rays. Eco lodges are the best places to see iguanas. Whilst having your lunch it’s common to have an iguana walk past or standing next to you.

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Dolphins

Dolphins can be seen all year round in Costa Rica! While out on the pacific coast spotting whales you will also get a chance to dolphins. Common dolphin species found on the Pacific are Risso’s, rough - toothed, spinner and striped. Whilst on the Caribbean you can regularly find Costero and bottlenose dolphins.

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Tree frogs

The famous small tree frogs can be found all year round. The best areas to spot them are the lowland rainforests of Tortuguero National Park, Manuel Antonio National Park and the cooler regions of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.

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Butterflies

In Costa Rica butterflies come to you. Around 18% of the world’s species can be found in Costa Rica, as well as 90% of the species that are found in Central America. The blue morpho butterfly, one of the largest butterflies in the world, is the most famous butterfly in Costa Rica.

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