Surfing, parks and wildlife, horseback riding, whales and dolphin sighting, hiking, thermal spa, beaches, sportfishing, golf...

Surfing in Costa Rica is big time; visiting rainforest nature parks and marveling at wildlife is a top family activity; horseback riding, whales and dolphin sighting, hiking up volcanoes and enjoying a hot thermal spa at Lake Arenal are very popular.

For the less active, a simple beach holiday, just walking and chilling out on deserted beaches and admiring beautiful sunsets seem satisfying enough.

There are those who come especially for adrenalin activities like river rafting, hang gliding and rappelling down a waterfall. Diving, sportfishing and golf are also a big draw.