San José & Central Costa Rica travel

San José is your point of arrival in Costa Rica. As the capital and the economic and cultural hub, nearly half of the country’s population lives there. The climate is spring-like throughout the year. Departure point for exploring the central valley of mountain ranges and dense, humid tropical forests, home to quetzals and hummingbirds. The Pacuare River offers kilometres or miles of lively, untamed waters and class III and IV rapids. Children enjoy the Sarapiqui River, accessible from age seven. Ascent of Turrialba Volcano, on foot or on horseback.

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