Nuevo Arenal

Canopy zipline tours are probably Costa Rica's most “classic” adventure, and an absolute must-do during your vacation! Recreational zipilning was actually invented right here, in the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Monteverde still offers some of the best zipline courses in the country (often with Tarzan swings and Superman lines included!). However,  due to the amazing popularity of canopy zipline tours, you can now find fantastic options almost in any area.

Part of the appeal of ziplining is that you don't need any experience or special skills to participate. There are great “beginner-friendly” courses for children as young as 4 years old, and professional guides will make you feel safe while you zip through the trees. This makes a perfect adventure for the whole family!

One of the best places to go ziplining is also the Arenal Volcano area. This is Costa Rica's Adventure Capital and offers many different courses. You'll be sure to find the one that best suits your needs there! If you are visiting the Central Pacific, you'll also find awesome zipline tours around Manuel Antonio and Jacó. The beauty of the rainforest will make this an unforgettable experience.

There is even a great little zipline course in Nuevo Arenal! It's a smaller park than what you would find in more touristy areas, so the service is very personalized. You'll have a chance to learn about the local eco-system, enjoy amazing views, and go on an adventure that is perfect even for beginners.

Sport fishing may not be the first thing you think about when you are planning a vacation to Costa Rica. However, it’s actually one of the best places in the world for fishing! This is always a fantastic way to spend a relaxing and exciting day on the water.

There are great opportunities for fishing in many parts of the country! The Pacific Ocean, especially in Northern Guanacaste and in the Central Pacific area, is amazing for fishing Marlin, Sailfish, Roosterfish and more. You’ll also find some excellent spots for this in the South Pacific, especially near Golfito.

Lake Arenal is the most popular spot for freshwater fishing. You can enjoy beautiful views of the rainforest and the impressive Arenal Volcano (on a clear day), and try to catch some Guapotes (Rainbow Bass).

Finally, you could head towards the Caribbean coast for Tarpon sport fishing. The river mouths in the Northern Caribbean are amazing for this!

SUP, or stand-up paddle board tours have become quite popular in the past few years. If you’re already a fan or you’d like to try it out, you’re in luck! Costa Rica happens to have a crazy amount of bodies of water that are fantastic for SUP tours.

You can find stand-up paddle board tours pretty much at any beach that doesn’t have big waves. Inland, the Lake Arenal area is difficult to beat! No matter where you are around the lake, you’ll be sure to find a SUP adventure close by.

There is even a very unique SUP – stand up paddle board safari offered on Cote Lake. Maybe you’ll even see an alien around this mystical lagoon!

Wildlife observation is probably the main reason travelers choose to visit Nuevo Arenal and Costa Rica, over other destinations. This comes as no surprise, since this place is absolutely teeming with life.

You’ll be able to spot a good amount of fauna on your own, just by existing in this area. With that said, hiring a good local guide is always a fantastic idea if you really want to see the good stuff. Most of the animals around are hidden. They like to keep a healthy distance from humans, and are amazing at camouflage. However, guides know exactly where to look, and sometimes have telescopes. Plus, they’ll give you lots of information about the local species, and history of the area. It’ll take your experience to the next level.

Let us help you book the best wildlife observation tours in the area. Toucans, frogs, monkeys, sloths and snakes are right around the corner!