Ocean & Water Activities

Last Updated: August 1, 2025 In this series of posts, we answer common Costa Rica travel questions. Today, we’ll talk about snorkel spots near Manuel Antonio and Jaco. We’ll cover …

Last Updated: August 1, 2025 Most people visiting La Fortuna are interested in viewing the famous Arenal Volcano. Hiking the old lava flows near the base is one great way …

Last Updated: August 1, 2025 Costa Rica has long been known as an excellent sportfishing destination. Bordering both the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea, there are many opportunities to hook …

Last Updated: August 1, 2025 If you are visiting the Pacific coast near Jaco, one activity you’ll want to add to your list is a catamaran tour to the famous …

Last Updated: August 1, 2025 Manuel Antonio has been made famous for its national park and easy wildlife viewing. But one activity that shouldn’t be missed is a boat tour …

Last Updated: August 1, 2025 Surfing is definitely the number one water sport in Costa Rica. And while we have lived here for many years, we’ve only tried it a …

Last Updated: September 11, 2025 Seeing glowing bioluminescence in person is one of those things in nature that just makes you go, wow! Witnessing it in Costa Rica, on a …

Last Updated: August 1, 2025 Costa Rica translates to “Rich Coast” in Spanish. But it’s not just the palm-lined beaches that offer such biodiverse wildlife. The Pacific Ocean itself is …

Last Updated: August 1, 2025 Playa Grande, Costa Rica draws experienced surfers with its big, consistent waves. We aren’t seasoned surfers (yet), but on one of our visits to Playa …

Last Updated: August 1, 2025 If you’re visiting Manuel Antonio on your next trip to Costa Rica, you’re no doubt looking forward to spotting wildlife in the national park, doing …

Last Updated: August 1, 2025 Costa Rica is probably best known for its wildlife on land. Monkeys, sloths, birds, and butterflies often steal the show and for good reason. But …