Costa Rica Hiking – Discovering the Top Trails

As a haven for nature and adventure, Costa Rica showcases many hiking trails to its visitors. It has varied ecosystems, beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife making it home to some of the best hiking trails in Central America. Costa Rica has something for just about everyone, whether you are a longtime hiker or simply after an easy stroll.

1. Arenal Volcano National Park

One of the most popular hiking destinations, Arenal Volcano National Park features several trails that lead you through lush rainforests and across ancient lava fields. The Arenal 1968 Trail is a must-do, offering breathtaking views of the volcano along with opportunities to spot local wildlife such as monkeys and exotic birds.

2. Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

The Home of One of the Most Unique Ecosystems in Our Planet: Hiking the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Those interested in experiencing the reserve´s dense fog and lush vegetation will find a perfect trail at Sendero Samba. This is the trail we use to get there, during the hike people listen to birds that you can only hear in calm waters and with some luck even watch a quetzal.

3. Corcovado National Park

Corcovado National Park on the Osa Peninsula is home to some of Costa Rica's most remote and toughest trails for more hardy hikers. The Los Patos Trail, which penetrates to the very heart of Corcovado National Park, brings you through several different ecosystems and diverse wildlife ranging from tapirs to jaguars as well scarlet macaws.

4. Cahuita National Park

Cahuita National Park offers an exceptional mix of splendid beach and really nice trails. That said, the miles of coastal paths across Mexico's only Pacific coast tropical rainforest park are great opportunities for observing and experiencing natural beauty. Just off shore, the Cahuita Trail offers great low-tide snorkelling and a chance to see all manner of marine life.

5. Tenorio Volcano National Park

Hikers are also rewarded with a visit to the truly magical blue waters of the Rio Celeste waterfall on your way along The Rio Celeste Trail at Tenorio Volcano National Park. It is a moderate walk through the rainforest but definitely worthwhile for its beautiful scenery and different shade of river.

Conclusion

A Trail of Forests in the Costa Rican Nature The nation is every hiker's paradise with volcanic terrain meeting lush rainforests and coastal trails. While that focus pays off for Costa Rican eco-tourism, it also means hikers in Costa Rica have some unique opportunities to see the natural riches of this country. Therefore, pack up and prepare to discover some of the top hiking outlets in its country!