Located in the southern region of Central America, north of Panama,  with both Pacific and Caribbean coastlines is the remarkably biodiverse country of Costa Rica. With almost a third of its land under protection, the coastal country has managed to preserve its immaculate natural habitats of cloud rainforests with cascading waterfalls and unique wildlife, the turquoise waters of its Caribbean and Pacific seas, and the barren landscapes of volcanic mountains.
A photographer’s paradise, Costa Rica offers breathtaking landscapes from coast to coast with its central region housing the cloud rainforest of Monteverde with endless flora and fauna including rare cats and resplendent quetzal, and the contrasting active volcanic regions of Arenal and Poás, one surrounded by lush forest with suspension bridges, unique wildlife and mineral rich waters while the other sits barren with ashy terrain illuminated by  geothermal forces. Along the water, the Caribbean coast entices with idyllic beaches, endangered sea turtles, and Tortuguero - a labyrinth of canals and flooded forests best explored by boat.  The Pacific coast offers fabulous surfing, dark sandy beaches, luxurious lodging and the Osa Peninsula – home to one of the richest tropical ecosystems on Earth.