Best places: Zoos & Aquariums in Cartago, Costa Rica

Large Byzantine-style basilica known for its storied Virgin Mary statue & holy drinking water.

Lush nature park featuring blue-water beaches, trails & numerous species of coral & animals.

Nature preserve featuring waterfalls, a cloud & rain forest & a variety of animals, insects & birds.

Rehabilitation & rescue center for local wildlife, offering guided public & private tours.

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👍👍 Do you like adventures, believe on pirates and are willing to get out of your comfort zone, if so...Puerto Viejo is the right choice for you. I had the opportunity to visit this Caribbean coast with great friends who love to do crazy things, meaning climbing on shipwrecks and getting on a swing...

Rustic-chic quarters with fireplaces, balconies & hot tubs, plus dining & nature park trails.

Eco park with hiking trails to 5 cascades & a wildlife sanctuary home to jungle cats & monkeys.

Botanical garden with a large bamboo collection & an emphasis on native plants & epiphytes.

Sprawling preserve with beaches & wetlands, protecting a vast coral reef & mangrove oyster beds.

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Vast wildlife sanctuary & national park known for nesting green & leatherback turtles.

Panoramic overlook with valley views & walking paths, plus a playground, picnic tables & BBQ grills.

National park offering moderate & challenging hiking trails, with wildlife views & waterfalls.

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👍👍 Amazing rescue center that clearly respect their animals! I've been a volunteer myself in Costa Rica before and it shows that this place is full of animal lovers! We had a tour with Ryan who was really insightful and friendly overall! If you value animals, don't miss this place!

👍 Entry fee is 5.000 colones, totally worth it. Beautiful place, the entry process is a bit tricky if you don't get there early. But it's gorgeous. Bring comfortable shoes, and no single use plastic (bottles, wrappers, food, anything with single use plastic is not allowed)

👍 A beautiful area but the dirt road to reach here is very bumpy. Cars drive this road but some sections are far better traveled in 4x4 or AWD. Interestingly enough, after this very poor road there is an excellent paved road... go figure 🤣. ALSO there is a east/west road slightly to the north which...

👍👍 The tour is an absolute must for coffee lovers. Our guide was incredibly hilarious and kept the group focused and engaged. The tour offers coffee sampling and tasting of differing coffees grown all over Costa Rica. Also at different toasts and brewing techniques. The guide kept the group engaged b...

Tranquil, isolated national park offering various forest hiking trails & scenic mountain views.