Uncover Seven Popular Things To Do During A Costa Rican Adventure

By Joanna Allen at Allen Batista Travel, Inc.

Nestled between the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. Costa Rica is known for its lush green biodiversity, heavenly waterfalls, pristine beaches, plants and animal species such as (such as monkey spider and quetzal bird). A popular Costan Rican expression – Pura Vida (Pure Life) – captures the appreciation for breathtaking tropical scenery.

Our Costa Rican adventure starts with a stay at the Drake Bat Greenleaf – spacious villas with picturesque views of the Pacific Ocean, three  delicious meals daily, and a selection of natural juices. During a stay at this property, guests will savor popular Costa Rican delicacies such as:

• Gallo Pinto, a popular breakfast staple, is made with black beans, rice, onions, peppers, and cilantro. It is delicious with sour cream.
• Casado, a quintessential Costa Rican lunch, is a hearty plate of rice and black beans with chicken, fish, pork, or beef, fried sweet plantains, and a fresh salad.
• Tarrazu Coffee, one of Costa Rica's most prestigious coffee, is known for its delicate, pure flavor and aroma.

During a stay at the Drake Bay Greenleaf hotel, guests can choose from seven popular sightseeing adventures to experience Costa Rica’s breathtaking scenery.

Whale And Dolphin Watching Tour

Costa Rica is a popular destination for whale and dolphin watching. In fact, the best time of the year to travel for whale-watching is December to March and August to October.

It is an opportunity of a lifetime to view bottlenose, rough tooth, spotted, common, and spinner dolphins as well as humpback, pilot, killer, sei, and beaked whales.

Cano Island Snorkeling Tour

The Cano Island snorkeling tours – half and full day – is a popular adventure for underwater exploration.  The snorkeling adventure transports guests to the best spots to see colorful fish, lively octopuses, magnificent stingrays, and vivid coral reefs.

Cano Island is also a popular destination for whales, dolphins, and turtles.

Corcovado National Park For Exotic Wildlife

Corcovado National Park is a haven for nature lovers. National Geographic has described it as “the most biologically intense place on Earth.”

Wildlife explorers love Corcovado National Park because it is a great place for hiking to see Baird's tapirs, scarlet macaws, and the powerful jaguar.  In fact, the national park is home to 360 birds and more than 140 mammals.

Hiking Tours In Puntarenas

Puntarenas Province is a popular destination for unforgettable hikes.  Hiking enthusiasts will experience lush vegetation and exotic wildlife. Drake Bay Public Trail, a four kilometer (or approximately 2.4 mile) is a popular moderate hiking trail near the hotel.  Hiking lovers will see sloths, toucans, and monkeys on this trail.

Another popular hiking trail, the Rainmaker Park Trail, is a modest three kilometer (or 1.9 mile) path passing by magnificent waterfalls and areas of main and secondary rainforest.

Sierpe Mangrove And Bird Island Tour

The Sierpe Mangrove and Bird Island Tour is a 45-minute boat tour.  This adventure will immerse guests in the rich biodiversity of the Sierpe Terraba Mangrove Forest – the largest mangrove ecosystem on Costa Rica's Pacific Coast.

The boat tour showcases the natural beauty of labyrinthine canals, teeming with wildlife – monkeys, sloths, crocodiles and caimans. This tour also stops at Bird Island, a heavenly haven for nesting and migratory birds.

Romantic Sunset Tours

A romantic sunset boat ride is a popular 45-minute boat ride to Sierpe. The sunset boat tours offer a front-row seat to a breathtaking sunset, as well as a viewing location for wildlife in the Sierpe - Terraba Mangrove Forest.

Bird Watching Tours

Costa Rica is a haven for exotic birds, making it a popular destination for bird watchers.  Drake Bay's varied ecosystems attract many migratory bird species. During a stay at the Drake Bay Greenleaf hotels, guests have two options for birdwatching.

• Guided Birdwatching Tours with a knowledgeable guide to travel into the rainforest or along the shoes.
• Birdwatching from the Villas – From your villa, bird lovers can keep an eye out for toucans, scarlet macaws, or even the elusive quetzal, a national treasure of Costa Rica.

​Contact Allen Batista Travel, Inc. travel specialists to plan your Costa Rica adventure.