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High Adventure in the Costa Rican Jungle

Created by Ben the Grate on August 28, 2002

Costa Rica is ground-zero for ecotourism, but most of the popular jungle sites are overrun with tourists. Follow these hints for the adventure of a lifetime away from the madding crowd.

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Created by Tavia on February 3, 2001

In San Jose for a day of business, I took advantage of my Saturday night arrival and joined a group tour into the mountains to visit a volcano and hot springs on Sunday. I loved it so much, I must return for vacation as soon as possible.

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Created by Travelin Fools on November 11, 2000

Enjoy our coast-to-coast odyssey from our arrival at the International Airport near Alajuela to San Jose, River trips on the Pacuare, Reventazon, Corobici and Coto Brus rivers,the beaches of the southern Pacific coast and the Caribbean, day trips to Monteverde Cloud Forest, Manuel Antonio National Park, Poas and Arenal Volcanoes.

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Created by Claire on September 21, 2000

Since most of the population of Costa Rica live in the Central Valley, San Jose is without a doubt a crowded, congested city. However, there are many cultural events and activities in San Jose that give you a glimpse into the culture that you might otherwise miss.

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Created by Claire on August 28, 2000

As a resident of Costa Rica since 1992, I have had the opportunity to visit out-of-the way places and popular tourist destinations, and become acquainted with the culture. Although Costa Rica is only the size of West Virginia, it would take a lifetime to see everything worth seeing here.