Costa Rica is brimming with rainforests, wildlife, volcanoes, and beaches, and this award-winning guide has all the facts you need for an adventurous trip. Find out about responsible traveling, where to spot a sloth, explore coral reefs or raft wild rapids, and — no matter your budget — how to enjoy all this magnificent country has to offer.
- Written by the award-winning travel writer and naturalist Rob Rachowiecki, this is the bestselling guide to Costa Rica
- Extensive notes on flora, fauna, and nature reserves, including a 36-page color wildlife guide with detailed descriptions
- Information on nature tours and outdoor activities such as bird watching, hiking, horse-riding, rafting and sailing
- Information on restaurants, accommodation, and transport options for a range of budgets
- Coverage of wildlife and white-water rafting, coral reefs and volcanoes
- 54 maps of cities, town, regions, and parks
- Comprehensive email and web site directory
- Spanish-language section
Rachowiecki’s guide has been revised to provide the most concise and contemporary information to this Latin American wonderland. Sun-drenched beaches, steamy jungles, smoking volcanoes, rugged mountains, and a host of dazzling native birds and wildlife all await your visit. Color photos.




