We are delighted to introduce several riding tours and other adventure trips in Costa Rica to you and hope that it will assist you with your travel arrangements for Central America. It is our sincere desire that you will experience the wonders of this beautiful country and will enjoy meeting the very special people of Costa Rica who welcome visitors with open arms and friendly smiles. The magic and beauty of Costa Rica has so much to offer to the 700,000 visitors who come each year. Nature's Parade includes 11 volcanoes, hot springs to bath in, 13,000 species of plants, more than 2000 species of butterflies, 220 species of reptiles, 1600 species of fish in both fresh water and ocean and 850 species of birds.

Giant leatherback turtles and green sea turtles are just 2 of the species of turtles that come back year after year to lay their eggs. Monkeys, exotic birds, strange mammals and incredible flora are found all throughout the country. From the highland misty cloud forest to the dry forest of the Guanacaste region to the jungles of the Tortugero area, will thrill those who visit this unique country.

The combination of climate, gorgeous beaches and incredible nature, makes this tiny country in Central America an ecological wonderland.

Costa Rica

Costa Rica Escape  
Conquistadores Ride
Caribbean Adventure Ride 
Three Tico Ride
Old Spanish Trail 
Kaleidoscope Ride

also.. Raft
           Canoe 
           MultiSport
       Diving Extension

Costa Rica, Central America

While Costa Rica covers a mere 0.03% of the planet's surface, the nation is endowed with over 5% of all the life forms on earth…
This gives you some idea of the magnificence you will encounter...
The territory covers 19,730 square miles, divided by mountain ranges running principally from North to South. These mountains form part of the Continental Divide, causing some of the country's rivers to flow into the Pacific, and others to run into the Caribbean.
Home to most of Costa Rica's population, the Central Valley covers 1.160 square miles. It has fertile soil and a pleasant climate.
Costa Rica is often cited as a model for conservation in harmony with community development and economic growth. National Parks and reserves are open to the public at government established fees. Private reserves set their own rates.
Some of the principal mountain ranges are volcanic. Visitors can access many of these sites, scattered throughout the country.
In the province of Cartago, not far from the capital of San José, you will find Irazú volcano which erupted in the early sixties.
Poás volcano, located in the province of Alajuela, has one of the largest active craters in the world.Beautiful forests grow in the crater of the dormant Barva in Heredia.
Arenal, a young volcano in the northern part of the country, is constantly active (and is the site of a spa with natural hot springs).
The country's highest peak, Mount Chirripó, is not volcanic; it measures 12.412 feet (On a clear day one can see both the Pacific and Atlantic oceans from atop Mt. Chirripo).
The bulk of Costa Rica's borders, sixty-five percent, is made up of coastline. Costa Rica has some of the world's most beautiful and idyllic beaches. Although the coast is not heavily populated, a variety of tourism projects provide access to a great deal of the nation's beach areas...
Within Costa Rica, the longest distance you will ever have to travel to get to a beach is 75 miles. So in a way, the country is like a large tropical island.

What to bring to Costa Rica:

	passport
	Sun tan lotion
	insect repellent
	Binoculars
	lots of film
	hat or visor
	sun glasses  and  croakies
	plastic rain poncho
	comfortable walking shoes
	river sandals or aqua socks
	light weight  cotton clothing
	shorts...1 pair long pants...1 long sleeve shirt
	bathing suit and beach towel
	wind breaker or light jacket
	flashlight
	water bottle
	battery alarm clock
	personal medications

SENSIBLE PRECAUTIONS.... Almost all encounters with noxious insects & plants can be avoided by watching where you walk or sit, by not touching non-recognizable insects, plants, etc...by tucking pants in your socks, by using an insect repellent, by spraying shoes and ankles to avoid bites and by always following tour guide's instructions to the letter, and finally, leave valuables at home and avoid using perfumes, after-shave, or other scents that will attract insects.

Most of important of all to bring to Costa Rica:

"Sense of adventure,  open mind and  big smile"