Although Poas Volcano remains very much a sleeping giant, it’s no longer visibly active and as such a visit here is very different to how it used to be. So is it still worth it? We’re sharing our thoughts, as well as exactly what to expect from a visit here today.

Located deep in a pristine cloud forest lies one of the most atmospheric waterfalls in all of Costa Rica. With towering mossy walls and turquoise water, Catarata Vuelta del Cañon has the wow factor. We’re sharing all the details on the route to get there, including what the river crossings are like.

This may be the most magnificent waterfall walk in Costa Rica. With incredible turquoise waterfalls, all of which you can swim in, as well as pristine rainforest, visiting is an unforgettable experience. We’re sharing everything you need to know, including difficulty, trail conditions, and what it’s like to swim in each spot.

If you’re looking for one of the most spectacular waterfall walks in Costa Rica, you’ve found it. All four waterfalls are spectacular, but the one that most people miss is the most magical. We’re sharing details on the trail as well as what it’s like to swim at all four spots.

Rio Agrio is a gorgeous waterfall with wild jungle vibes. The walk to reach it is unlike any other in Bajos Del Toro. You can’t swim here, but visiting is a must regardless. We’re sharing everything you need to know to plan your trip, including trail conditions and difficulty.

Cascada Pozo Azul is home to the largest waterfall in Bajos Del Toro, as well as several gorgeous swimming holes. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the trail to the base of the falls, and what it’s like to swim in the pools.

Pozas Celestes is like something out of a fairytale. The turquoise water is surrounded by silvery cliff walls and dense rainforest. We’re sharing tips for your visit, including details on the walk, accessing the swimming holes and how to beat the crowds.

Everything you need to know about hiking to the bottom of Catarata Del Toro, from difficulty, to trail conditions, and which is the quietest time to visit.

The Drake Trail is wild, it’s the side of Costa Rica you were probably dreaming about when you first thought about visiting. You hike past endless pristine beaches and small coves and the further you get from Drake town, the more remote they start to feel. If you’re looking for Robinson Crusoe vibes, this is your trail. We’re sharing what to expect from the trail and tips for your hike.

The Naguala Waterfall hike is one of the best adventures you can have in Drake Bay without a guide. We’re sharing all the details on this fun river hike, including difficulty, directions and how to find the falls, which are not signposted.

All the best free and cheap things to do in La Fortuna without tour, from incredible volcano hikes, to huge suspension bridges, hot springs, wild swimming spots and where to find sloths for free.

If you’re looking for an amazing night walk away from the crowds, this is it. Especially if you’re keen to see some of Costa Rica’s delightfully exotic looking frogs! We’re sharing what animals you can expect to see, what the walk and guides are like, as well as all the logistics.

If you’re planning an Arenal volcano hike in La Fortuna, chances are you’ve been weighing up the three major hiking areas, Arenal National Park, Arenal 1968 and Mirador El Silencio. Given that each of them has an entry fee, you’re probably not planning to hike them all. And that’s where we come in. We hiked all three trails to help you decide which is the best for you and we’re weighing up the pros and cons of each in this guide.

The one hack you need to beat the crowds at Rio Celeste Waterfall, plus hidden turquoise swimming spots nearby.

Mirador el Silencio offers the best views of Arenal Volcano, as well as our favourite overall hiking trail in the area. We’re sharing which is the most beautiful route to the lookout, as well as what to expect from the trail conditions and how difficult it is.

Suspension bridges swaying high in the rainforest canopy, overlooking dense jungle and crystal clear cascades. It all sounds very evocative, and a trip to the Mistico Hanging Bridges is on almost everyone’s La Fortuna itinerary. But should it be? We’re sharing what to expect, as well as if we thought it was worth the money.

Arenal Volcano National Park offers one of the easiest walks up to a volcano viewpoint in the area. As well as volcano views, you can also walk through a spectacular rainforest, creating a fantastic circuit hike. We’re sharing what to expect from the walk, including trail conditions and how crowded it gets.

Arenal 1968 has great views of the volcano, but it’s also the most expensive self guided hike in the area. We’re sharing what to expect from the trail and whether we think it’s worth the money.

Everything you need to know before visiting El Choyin, from where the best spots are, to how to beat the crowds and the parking mafia. We’ll also let you in on a little night time secret.

Everything you need to know to plan your trip to the El Salto rope swing, plus a hidden swimming spot just a short walk away.

Everything you need to know to plan your trip to La Fortuna Waterfall, from how crowded it gets, to the trail conditions and what it’s like to swim at the falls.

The full low down on walking the Bogarin Trail without a guide, including how easy it is to see the sloths, and whether it’s worth the entry fee.

Yes it’s possible to see sloths for free in La Fortuna, and not by fluke either! In this guide we’re sharing where to go and what to expect.

La Leona Waterfall is incredible, it flows into a deep orange canyon forming a stunning blue swimming hole at the base. The walk to get involves traversing jaw dropping blue rivers, climbing small ladders and then swimming using a rope to fight the current before you’ll finally reach the foot of the canyon waterfall itself. We’re sharing everything you need to know, including how hard the hike is, how crowded it gets and whether it’s worth taking a private tour.

Poza Los Coyotes is jaw dropping, a vivid blue river and even a canyon you can swim through. When you’re done with swimming you can rent a tube and head downstream lazy river style. We’re sharing everything you need to know to visit, including what the walking trail is like, how it is to swim and tube, and just how busy it gets.

Everything you need to know about visiting the Rio Negro Hot Springs, including the four waterfall swimming spots that nobody talks about!

We’ve heard it said that visiting Las Chorreras Waterfall isn’t worth it. But your entry fee doesn’t just get you access to the falls. You’ll also be able to visit five turquoise swimming holes beyond the falls, all of which were completely empty in peak season! We’re sharing details on each spot in this guide.

La Cangreja Waterfall is a gorgeous waterfall reached via a walk teeming with wildlife. We’re sharing how difficult it is, what to expect from the trail conditions, and everything else you need to know to plan your hike to perfection.

This trail is one of the most underrated gems in Costa Rica. You’ll visit two forest waterfalls before reaching the incredible natural hot springs. The water is milky blue and the setting is 100% natural, just the springs backed by cliffs and forest. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk to get there, as well as what the access road is like.

Oropendola Waterfall is spectacular and one of the easiest access canyon waterfalls in Costa Rica. The falls cascade into a stunning blue water hole and unlike the nearby Cangreja Waterfall, swimming is allowed here. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the trail to get there and what it’s like to swim in the falls.

Everything you need to know to visit El Santuario (La Catedral Waterfall), one of Costa Rica’s wildest waterfalls. We’re sharing how difficult it is, the trail conditions and how to see those ethereal light rays.

Everything you need to know about visiting Llanos de Cortes Waterfall, including how to find the hidden pool and upper viewpoint.

Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve is a magical place, the forest canopy is so dense that almost no light penetrates and the effect is total immersion in nature. The dirt tracks keep the forest feeling wild, and the atmosphere is one of mystery. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the reserve and the trails, including difficulty and track conditions.

We’re sharing everything you need to know to help you decide which cloud forest to visit, Monteverde or Santa Elena. We’re covering the scenery, trails, wildlife, crowds and cost, and we aren’t sitting on the fence about which was our favourite.

All our top tips for visiting Monteverde Cloud Forest, including the truth about buying tickets, the best conditions to visit in, and what to expect from the trails.

Everything you need to know about visiting El Tigre Waterfalls including difficulty and trail conditions. We’re also sharing the truth about the Big Hike option - and it’s not what it says on the map!

We fell in love with the beautiful cloud forest village of San Gerardo de Dota. It’s a magical little place where the air is cool, the forests are misty and mysterious, and the magnificent resplendent quetzals can be spotted in avocado trees beside the river. We’re sharing how to spend the perfect few days here, including tips for quetzal spotting.

Why we don’t think Los Quetzales National Park is worth visiting unless you enter through the backdoor, ie not the main sector of the park. We’re sharing far better walks in the local area that we guarantee you will enjoy more.

The truth about the walk to Rio Savegre Waterfall, including just how bad the trail really is. We’re also sharing some great wild swimming spots which don’t require negotiating any of the sketchy terrain!

If you think the only way to see wildlife in Manuel Antonio National Park is with a guide, then you need to read this post. We’re covering exactly what it’s like inside the park without a guide, as well as what you can expect from a guided tour.

Exactly how to plan your trip to the Whale Tail in Costa Rica including tips for understanding the tide requirements.

Everything you need to know to visit Nauyaca Waterfall, one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful waterfalls. This guide covers the walk, the shuttles, what it’s like to swim there, and tips for photography.

The best things to do in Manuel Antonio from incredible wildlife watching, to paradise beaches and some of the country’s best waterfalls.

All our top tips for visiting Manuel Antonio National Park, including which are the quietest trails, which beaches are best for swimming and where to spot wildlife without the need for a guide.

If you’re looking for a beautiful rainforest walk with waterfalls, hanging bridges and swimming spots galore, this is it. Added to that the Rainmaker Conservation Park was the quietest of any similar trails we did in Costa Rica, so it’s perfect for when you want to escape the crowds. We’re sharing all the details or the trail and swimming holes.

Everything you need to know to visit Uvita Waterfall, including three different entry points. We’re also sharing what the easiest trail is like and what it’s like to swim in the natural pools.

If you’re tired of the crowds and looking for an adventure, it’s time to hike to the bottom of Costa Rica’s tallest waterfall - Bijagual Falls! The track is through wild jungle with endless Scarlet macaws soaring overhead. It’s more rustic than most, so we’re sharing everything you need to know about the hike, including difficulty and trail conditions.

Believe it or not, some beautiful waterfalls in Costa Rica are still free of charge, and Cascada El Pavon is one of them. The walk to get there is easy and there are several additional swimming holes down river if you want to make an afternoon of it. We’re sharing everything you need to know to plan your visit.

All the best things to do in Tortuguero, from kayaking the Jurassic Park-esque waterways, to jungle walks, remote beaches and where to watch the sunset.

Everything you need to know about the walking trail in Tortuguero National Park, from difficulty, to trail conditions and logistics.

Kayaking Tortuguero National Park without a guide was one of the best things we did on our three month trip in Costa Rica. However, we’ve also done a guided boat trip, so we’ll be comparing both experiences in this detailed article.

Cerro Tortuguero was not just our favourite walk in Tortuguero, but also the cheapest! The walk takes you through pristine rainforest teeming with Howler monkeys and exotic birds, and up to a viewpoint overlooking the river and ocean. We’re sharing how to get there independently and what to expect on the trail.