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Costa Rica Adventure Holiday

Costa Rica Adventure Holiday

Most tourists want to spend their vacation chilling on a beach, their only exercise is putting on more sun tan lotion. However, other people like to be more adventurous and follow their hobbies or try out new things to get the adrenaline pumping. In the past years Costa Rica has become a popular destination and a Costa Rica adventure holiday is made for those who thrive on excitement.

You can find lots of adventure travel companies that supply equipment and qualified guides for outdoor activities in Costa Rica. Kayaking and whitewater rafting are especially popular here, given the number of waterfalls and white water rivers. The scenery is really terrific while participants wind their way through endless rain forest. Another great sport that is catered for is Canyoning. Rivers covered with boulders and thick jungle make difficult terrain and teachers will instruct how to negotiate with harnesses and ropes.

There are several wonderful natural landmarks that are only reachable on horseback and a Costa Rica adventure holiday is perfect for horseback riders to venture out across jungle rivers, through forest and mountain trails. Bird watchers and nature lovers will also appreciate this country. Expert natural scientist guides take groups through regions miles from anywhere to spot plants, exotic birds, tree frogs, snakes, lizards and caymans.

There is also the option to take to the skies in hot air balloons, a chance to watch the birds and monkeys in the canopy of trees. The balloon will fly over rain forest and mountain villages with passengers in a conventional wicker basket. However, the highlight of any tour on a Costa Rica adventure holiday is to travel over the Arenal Volcano, a volcano that is still active and so the pilot won't go too close!

Costa Rica is also the place to come, if mountain bikers like it tough. Almost vertical 4x4 mountain trails will challenge even the most experienced. However, you can find less difficult tracks too. Bikers will be taken through beaches, rivers and jungle. The required equipment will include gloves, energy bars, helmets and water bottles. As well as the guides, there is 2-way radios, first aid kits and a support vehicle.

Four wheel vehicle trips are another exciting prospect. Most rural ways are made from dirt or mud. It's absolutely worth the effort because these 4x4 vehicles are able to access areas that smaller vehicles can't. Participants will be rewarded with some spectacular scenery and the chance to see some wildlife on their Costa Rica adventure holiday.

Costa Rica is bordered by two oceans so Sea Kayaking is very popular. Kayakers go through the pleasantly warm Caribbean, canals and estuaries. Kayaking tours will consist of everything from wilder stretches of water to gentle paddling.