Need a vacation that's big on adventure? Then your next getaway should be to Arenal, Costa Rica. Whether you're vacationing with little children or teenagers, celebrating a retirement or a honeymoon, Arenal is the ideal destination if you want a vacation free from boredom. There are so many exciting activities to try and so much wildlife to see! Careen over Class II, III, and IV whitewater rapids on the Balsa and Saraquipi Rivers. Get amazing pictures of you rappelling down a waterfall, then enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool below. Go on canopy tours during the day and continue your adventures after dark on a night tour — see the creatures of the forest who only emerge when the sun sets. Take a kayak out on Lake Arenal, which offers great views of the adjacent Arenal Volcano. Early morning adventurers will have a great time going on birdwatching hikes. Naturalists will enjoy exploring forests, gardens, and museums full of exquisite flora and fauna (for more reserved explorers). From zip lining through forests to safari floats down the waters of dense jungle, and volcano treks to ATV tours — adventurous vacationers love exploring the outdoors in Arenal!

When you think of Manuel Antonio, you’re probably first drawn to the picture-perfect beaches — the popular white sands of Manuel Antonio Beach and Espadilla Beach, as well as the more reclusive shores of Escondido. But these beaches aren’t just for lounging and swimming. Boating and hiking tours reveal the true majesty of this park’s ecosystem and the adventures that the region offers. You can sail through the air on a canopy tour of the jungle, or gently paddle through the mangroves to spot exotic birds. Explore the jungle on a guided nature hike, where you’re all but guaranteed to see a variety of monkey and bird species. Choose from lodges deep in the jungle, or a beachfront hotel. Most Manuel Antonio hotels are least relatively upscale, with lots of luxury accomodations for visitors who want to treat themselves. You’ll also find accommodations in the area tend to emphasize eco-friendly hospitality.

Whoo! Looking for outdoor adventure? Look no further than Rincón de la Vieja, Costa Rica. Situated within the northwest region of the Guanacaste Mountains, there is no shortage of rugged outdoor adventures and amazing wildlife for you to enjoy. Outdoorsy families will have a great time! Why take the children to the zoo when you can take them on a jungle trek? Let them ride horses and enjoy the landscape. Better yet, pack a lunch and make sure they get plenty of fresh air when you explore the Rincón de la Vieja National Park together — there are monkeys, sloths, tapirs, countless plants and insects, and more. Bonus? They'll get a rush when they tell their friends they explored volcanoes (at a safe distance, of course). Planning on traveling solo or with your best friend? Adventure combo tours will have you zip lining across jungle canopies, walking through the sky, rappelling and more. When you need to relax, you can enjoy soothing activities like coating yourself in mineral mud and slipping into a volcanic hot spring. Whoever you choose to go with, the days adventures will always begin and end with your accommodations, and Rincón de la Vieja has plenty of lodges and hotels full of luscious landscaping, the songs and chatter of nearby wildlife, and the complimentary breakfast you need to fuel you each day of your Costa Rica adventure vacation.