There can be no words ever to describe the sheer beauty of Costa Rica, a little island nestled between Panama and Nicaragua. This little country is home to a myriad of nature’s lush flora and fauna with breathtaking landscapes just waiting to be discovered. The friendly Costa Ricans certainly know how to have fun and relax all at the same time.

There is a whole wealth of Nature’s diverse flora and fauna here it is home to 5% of the World’s biodiversity. Altogether there are 26 national parks in Costa Rica. Admire the great Ocean views here where the Caribbean Sea is located on one side and the Pacific Ocean in the other. The Caribbean side offers tranquil moments basking in the warm sun and beautiful sunsets while the other side offers large waves for some hot heart stopping action for the adventurous soul.

You can choose to do almost anything here in Costa Rica. A visitor can look at the rare wildlife species like macaws, leatherback turtles, morpho butterflies, and the Central American squirrel monkey. You can enjoy rainforest tours and indulge in an adventurous jungle safari trip. You can also get an opportunity to see migrating whales, various dolphin species, sea turtles, and manatees when they migrate through the area at specific times of the year.

Beware of volcanoes because there is still one that’s active here: The Arenal which is located at the northern part of the country. The other volcano is located at the midpoint and there is another at the southern end of this country. The country is blessed with fertilized lands especially around the volcano area, where the lava from past eruptions makes up for much of the nutrients in the soil. Costa Rica attracts tourists from all over the world who often find it exceptionally pleasing to soak up the sun on the beaches of this lovely island.

The nice time to visit Costa Rica would be around December to May because outside of this time the thunderstorm season starts. It is only a few miles from the equator, so select the right time to vacation here. Try to stay alert to any possible disasters and do not follow groups you do not know. Every masterpiece needs careful planning, so before you begin your vacation in Costa Rica, make sure you do all the necessary homework to find out the best deals available and also the places of interest you’d like to visit.