Welcome to our blog page exploring the amazing things to do in Costa Rica. From our favourite destinations in Costa Rica to some of the best day trips you can do from San Jose, this series provides in-depth information about some of the best things you can do on any trip to Costa Rica.

All the posts on this page are written by Jack, founder of Cecropia Travel and a zoologist with over 6 years of living in Costa Rica. Having travelled extensively throughout Costa Rica, these articles go beyond surface-level facts. Instead, they offer a first-hand insight into this spectacular country.

Whether you’re planning a future journey or simply passionate about the natural world, these articles offer a deeper, expert-led perspective - designed to inform, inspire, and bring you closer to Costa Rica.

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Things To Do In Costa Rica Blogs

Best Things To Do in Costa Rica

From vast tropical beaches and dense rainforests, to bubbling hot springs and thrilling activities, there is a multitude of things to do in Costa Rica

Best Day Trips from San Jose

San Jose is ideally located in the Central Valley meaning you can see a lot of Costa Rica without travelling for hours on end. Read on to find our our best day trips from the city. 

Best Destinations - Part 1

From palm-lined beaches of the Pacific, to the high-elevation cloud forests of the Central Valley, here are some of our most-loved destinations in Costa Rica.

Best Destinations - Part 2

From the humid Caribbean coast, to rainforest-covered volcanos, we continue to showcase our favourite destinations in Costa Rica

Three Days in La Fortuna

Heading to La Fortuna, but not sure what to do? This is our guide of how to spend three days in La Fortuna

Best Sodas in La Fortuna

Sodas are family-owned restaurants in Costa Rica. They're cheap, authentic, and support local families. Here are our favourites