Travel Reference
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Regions at a Glance
Where will your passion take you? Wildlife-watchers will be in heaven here, with
several life zones supporting a multitude of colorful species, including the quetzal,
the elusive jaguar and nesting sea turtles. Surfers will need no intro to the country,
whose surf spots are open secrets, and novices will find plenty of beginner breaks.
Hikers can traverse the thick, humid jungle of remote Corcovado, summit the coun-
try's highest peak, Chirripó, or just meander through cloud forests, around the rims
of steaming volcanoes and along beachside trails on day hikes. We've summed up
the regions of Costa Rica here, to help you pick your pleasure.
