Costa Rica Vacation Activities: Fishing and More
Costa Rica is world famous for its nature activities. People flock from all over the world to experience the unequalled beauty of Costa Rica, and to indulge in many of the outdoor activities that this ecotourism-friendly nation has to offer. Whether experiencing the beauty of Costa Rica with a guide or on your own, there are plenty of activities to keep you busy during your stay.Fishing During Your Costa Rica Vacation
Sport fishermen of the world know that some of the best fishing on the planet is found in the waters in and around Costa Rica. From its rivers and streams, to small mountain lakes, to Pacific and Caribbean coastal waters, Costa Rica is in a unique position as far as the variety of fish is concerned. The various waters of Costa Rica offer some of the world's most extensive selections of fish from which to choose. Put together a Costa Rica all inclusive vacation, and discover even more than fishing in this amazing country.
The most popular big game fishing is for Marlin and Sailfish. Costa Rica ocean waters are such that they provide the perfect conditions for these types of fish. Off the coast by about four miles where the water depth increases dramatically, fishermen will find the best of the big game fish.
There are a number of charter companies that offer day trips for eager fishermen looking to reel in the big one. River, lake and fly-fishing opportunities are also available.
Scuba Diving in and Around Costa Rica
Yet another activity that those on their Costa Rica travel adventures can participate in, scuba diving is extremely popular. A rather recent phenomenon, Costa Rica diving was relatively unheard of in the diving world until approximately ten years ago. Today, Costa Rica offers first-class diving experiences, often in areas that have yet to really be explored.
The abundance of plankton off the coast of Guanacaste province contributes to an unbelievably large presence of fish, invertebrates and soft corals in these waters. Other popular destinations include the Murcielagos and Catalinas Islands, where divers can swim with Cortez angelfish, eagle rays, yellow butterflies, grouper, sharks and mantas.
A number of modern, well-equipped dive centers can be found on the Internet that can help you to plan your Costa Rica vacation around scuba diving.
Seeing the Forests From Above: Costa Rica's Amazing Canopy Tours
With environmental concerns and global warming on more and more people's minds these days, the preservation of natural resources, such as the rain forests of Costa Rica, has never been more important. Curious nature lovers and expert biologists come from all over the world to witness the beauty of the Costa Rican forests that are, unfortunately, among the last of a dying breed. Many Costa Rica tours will provide you with an amazing glimpse at these natural wonders.
A canopy tour gives visitors an opportunity to explore the rain and cloud forests from above, without doing damage to the flora and fauna that make up the habitats. Scientists, who were trying to study the trees of the region without having to risk destroying them with their touch, developed the notion of canopy viewing, a concept which has now been adopted by ecotourism-oriented companies in Costa Rica. Lengthy walkways and bridges can be found traversing the tops of the forests through Costa Rica.
Another part of the canopy-touring concept is by way of zip lines. Through the use of zip lines, a tourist can fly from platform to platform, receiving a true birds-eye view of the magnificence below.
Whether you fish, dive or zip through Costa Rica, you're sure to take home many memories of this amazing country and its unique natural resources.
