Page 13 - NORTHERN GUANACASTE TOURIST GUIDE

Cultural and tourism map of Northern Guanacaste
Peñas Blancas
La Cruz
unquillal Refuge
Table of distances between towns in kilometers
Tourism Activities:
Observation of flora, fauna and birds. The publicly protected areas in the Guanacaste Conservation Area as well as private nature reserves offer pleasant experiences amidst the diverse natural surroundings.
Spot birds, dolphins, whales, devil rays and turtles (seasonal).
Volcanoes. Make the most of your day by visiting some of the most striking volcanoes Costa Rica has to offer, including Rincón de la Vieja, Tenorio and Miravalles.
Sun, beaches and sunsets. Along the Pacific coast of Guanacaste, we find several of Costa Rica’s most beautiful beaches, which offer dreamy sunsets.
Day and Night Hikes. Hikes are a very important way of observing natural and cultural attractions.
Photography. Photographers can take full advantage of the varied cultural, archaeological and scenic options, as well as the richness of the flora and fauna.
Thematic activities. Make the most of thematic activities, which include adventure and ecological parks, access to water activities and hot springs, ziplines, suspension bridges, trails, slides, ocean activities, botanical gardens, and sanctuaries of native and exotic animals.
Nightlife. A wide array of restaurants, bars and hotels offer nightly entertainment to visitors.
Adventure activities
Diving and snorkeling. A wonderful destination for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts. Home to turtles, manta rays, sharks and many schools of different fish.
Experience the adrenaline of kitesurfing, ziplining, canyoning, rappel, horseback riding, hiking, ATVs, mountain biking, kayaking, canoeing, rafting, surfing, stand up paddleboarding, jetskiing, waterskiing, tubing, an much more!
Sport and river fishing. The crystal-blue Pacific and its rivers beckon, where you can find some of the best sport fishing options in the world.
Waterfalls. Immerse yourself in the refreshing pools of waterfalls such as Llanos del Cortés, La Cangreja and La Oropéndola, Rincón de la Vieja, Aguilar and Buenos Aires, Cabromuco, Escondida, and many more.
Wellness Tourism
Clay and hot springs. Enjoy the soothing properties of the volcanic mud that you can spread on your face and body, and then rinse off in the volcanic hot springs that are naturally heated by the Rincón de la Vieja and Miravalles volcanoes. Experience a soothing and relaxing therapeutic experience.
Spas. Spend a day in the different spas receiving a variety of treatments. Enjoy a relaxing massage and volcanic mud treatment, exfoliations, masks and full body baths with volcanic mud, then relax in the jacuzzi or sauna.
Pilates-Yoga. Learn about the yoga initiative known as “meditation done right”.
Rural tourism
See Costa Rica’s countryside and traditions on a tour through the heart of Guanacaste. You will tour the province
and visit several villages, where you will learn about the history and customs of the region as you approach the sites of interest. 13
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Guanacaste National Park
MH Hacienda Santa Rosa
EEF Horizontes
24
Papagayo
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31 35 36
Sardinal
rillo
Rincón de la Vieja National Park
Belén agena
Daniel Oduber International Airport
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Bagaces
4
21
Curubandé
3 Liberia
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5 Filadelfia
21 Ortega
Bolsón
Guaitil
4 Casa de la Cultura Bagaces
Information here
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Protected Areas Towns
Lomas de Barbudal Biological Reserve
Palo Verde National Park
Miravalles Protected
Zone
Miravalles-
Jorge Manuel Dengo NP
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Palmira
Sandillal
Casa de la Cultura
5
de Filadelfia de Carrillo
Information here