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"I stop at the Tarcoles River Bridge on the way to Manuel Antonio to see crocodiles from a safe distance — it’s an easy and memorable roadside wildlife sighting (just don’t feed them)." - Matthew Kepnes
See large crocodiles from a safe distance on the bridge
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Volcano · San Carlos
Active volcano offering hot springs, hiking, wildlife viewing
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Resort hotel · San Carlos
Luxury villas with plunge pools, volcano views, and spa
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Hotel · Upala
Luxe rainforest eco-lodge offering horse rides, spa, fine dining
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Adults-only villas with private plunge pools, rainforest setting
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Tourist attraction · Alajuela
Coffee tours, tastings, and chocolate samples on volcanic slopes
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Hiking trails to 5 cascades & wildlife sanctuary
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Hotel · Atenas
Farm-to-fork cuisine, spa, yoga, nature, and mountain views
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Bar & grill · Atenas
Specializes in Chicharrones, known for outstanding Chifrijo and patacones
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Hotel · Guatuso
Luxurious rainforest bungalows, private garden showers, yoga & hikes
Tourist attraction · San Carlos
See monkeys, sloths, frogs, butterflies, and caiman