20 Things to Do in Costa Rica

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From vast expanses of tropical beaches to dense rainforests home to thousands of species!

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Read on to discover 20 of the very best places and activities to be found in Costa Rica.

Poas Volcano

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Irazu Volcano

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Arenal Volcano

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Turrialba Volcano

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