Surfing
Surfers love Costa Rica! From anywhere in the country, the
warm surf is only a few hours away. There are river mouth
breaks, beach breaks, reef and, the experts say, one of
the longest left hand curls in the world. Almost constant,
manageable wave action means no long waits to hop on your
board. There are lodges catering to surfers, 4-wheel-drive
vehicles to access the most remote beaches - even charter
airplanes to accommodation your board-. No wonder the surf
magazines are targeting Costa Rica as a world surfing hot
spot.
Country Bicycling
The country bicycling tours in Costa Rica have been designed
in the Orosi valley, an area that gives novice and experienced
cyclists alike the chance to enjoy stunning mountain panoramas,
fertile valleys with a large diversity of crops and historical
sites with minimal ups and downs, making this region of
Costa Rica suitable for anybody in average shape to be able
to complete this 10 mile route in a relaxing unhurried pace.
A support van follows the tour and allows any participant
the option of resting anywhere along the trip.
Horseback riding
Horseback riding in Costa Rica can take you along beaches,
at the edge of country roads, through pastures and along
forest trails. Riding is great fun - once you get used to
the different saddle, stirrups and neck-rein steering. Although
not strictly necessary, a little equestrian experience will
stand you in good stead since ranch horses are usually rounded
up for trail duty. Lessons on how to control your mount
and special assistance should be requested (if it is not
offered) before setting out on any trail ride.
Sea kayaking
Good arms and a strong back will help you practice this
sport. Offered up and down the Pacific and Caribbean coasts,
sea kayaking is very popular. When the waves are rolling
and easy, it provides a great way to travel quietly to estuaries
and mangroves for up close and personal viewing of wildlife.
And when the waves begin to pound, it provides exhilarating
sport for those with a penchant for wet fun.
Cave exploration
At Barra Honda National Park (Guanacaste province) and Venado
Caves (Alajuela province), an extensive system of limestone
caverns are protected. However, to enter them it is necessary
to receive special advance permission from the Park Service
and there are many daily tours leaving from the main hotels
near both places.
Sky-diving (Parachuting)
Though sky-diving is a relatively new activity in Costa
Rica, the enthusiasm of high-adventurers has developed one
of the most exciting sports in the setting of one of the
capitals of ecology. In Costa Rica, there is space, equipment
and spirit needed to make parachuting a major attraction.
It’s been 200 years since André-Jacques Garnerin
became the first person to jump with a parachute from 6500
feet over Paris. The shapes and materials of parachutes
have changed ever since, but not the passion that makes
men and women plunge into the wide open space to feel a
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Windsurfing
This world-class sport has not lost any of its impetus as
it’s grown in popularity. Those with a penchant for
speed and water will not be disappointed when they take
on winds of 30 to 45 miles per hour on Arenal Lake. This
man-made lake is found in the area of Tilarán. Framed
by low green ridges, the blue lake is a Mecca for those
with a need for speed. Experienced local hotels and operators
run their businesses on the lakeside and provide quality
equipment as well as comfortable accommodation for those
who don’t want to be too far away from the action.
Lodges are more.
Kayaking
Whitewater kayaking is a favorite sport and Costa Rica has
hosted more than one international tournament. Ocean kayaking
is also rapidly gaining devotees because just about anyone
can handle it after a few lessons.
Mountain biking
Claimed to be one of the world’s fastest growing sports,
mountain biking in Costa Rica is gaining ground in popularity.
It is offered in a number of areas in the country but perhaps
better suited for the area of Tilarán. The Inn at
Coyote Mountain in the Tilarán Mountains offers mountain
bikes for guests. Local operators are currently expanding
their operations and have begun developing several biking
routes for die-hard enthusiasts who want to sweat and work
it when on their bikes. While there are routes that take
as long as six-hours to complete there are also more.
Trekking
Costa Rica’s National Parks are ideal for trekking,
although you definitely need a guide if you plan to venture
away from well-marked trails. It’s all too easy to
get lost in the rainforest, where everything looks the same.
Overnight treks can be arranged through local outfitters
and a climb up Mount Chirripó is highly recommended
for those in good physical condition.
Study Spanish in Manuel Antonio
EL Paraiso Spanish School
A school of Spanish immersion, located in Manuel Antonio,
Costa Rica and also in the beautiful islands of Bocas Del
Toro , Panama .
We offer various academic programs, such as Spanish only,
Spanish and Surf, Spanish and Scuba Dive, Spanish and Volunteer.
In Bocas Del Toro we are located in the main town of Bocas
on isla Colon , on a quiet street just 2 streets over from
the main street and therefore conveniently located to everything
in Bocas.
Scuba Diving in Manuel Antonio/Quepos
Pacific coast diving is awesome. You can learn to dive,
advance your skills with loads of different courses or just
come fun bubbling. Lots of wildlife, plenty of white tip
reef sharks, rays and eels. Always big schools of jacks
and surgeons. Its pretty much year round but vis is most
reliable between december and may. If you want something
thats a little bit more adventurous scuba diving is it!
Kids can start with special adventure programs from as young
as 8. If scuba may be a little too much adrenaline then,
Snorkelling tours are great for the whole family as well
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