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Photo locations in Costa Rica

Costa Rica presents diverse photography subjects: volcanoes, rainforests, beaches, and waterfalls. Arenal Volcano rises above the rainforest. Rio Celeste displays its blue color from minerals. Manuel Antonio beaches combine coast with wildlife. Monteverde Cloud Forest features rare plants. Tabacon hot springs emerge from volcanic activity.

Tortuga Island

Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

Tortuga Island

This island features 500 meters of sand beach and water sports options including snorkeling and diving in the Pacific Ocean.

Cahuita National Park

Limón Province, Costa Rica

Cahuita National Park

The park protects 600 hectares of reefs with 35 coral species and houses capuchin monkeys, sloths, and 135 fish species.

Tamarindo Beach

Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica

Tamarindo Beach

The 3.5 kilometer sand beach offers consistent waves for surfers and sits on Costa Rica's Pacific coast.

The Butterfly Conservatory

Alajuela Province, Costa Rica

The Butterfly Conservatory

A nature center with four climate zones that displays over 50 butterfly species and offers tours about insect metamorphosis.

Arenal Volcano

Alajuela, Costa Rica

Arenal Volcano

The volcano rises 1633 meters above sea level. Rainforests with tree ferns and bromeliads surround the cone.

Manuel Antonio National Park

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Manuel Antonio National Park

The park contains white sand beaches, coral reefs and a tropical rainforest with howler monkeys, capuchin monkeys and sloths.

Monteverde Cloud Forest

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Monteverde Cloud Forest

The forest contains 2500 plant species and 400 bird species. Clouds cover the trees during most of the day.

Tabacon Hot Springs

Alajuela, Costa Rica

Tabacon Hot Springs

The water temperature reaches 50 degrees Celsius. Cascades and pools distribute the mineral water from the volcano.

La Fortuna Waterfall

Alajuela Province, Costa Rica

La Fortuna Waterfall

The 70-meter waterfall drops into a natural pool in the rainforest near the town of Arenal.

Rincón de la Vieja National Park

Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica

Rincón de la Vieja National Park

The park contains thermal springs, mud pools and a volcano reaching 1,895 meters in elevation.

Poás Volcano

Alajuela Province, Costa Rica

Poás Volcano

The volcano features a crater measuring 1,320 meters across and contains an acidic lake with geysers.

Corcovado National Park

Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

Corcovado National Park

The park covers 424 square kilometers of rainforest and hosts 500 tree species and 367 bird species.

San Jose Central Market

San José, Costa Rica

San Jose Central Market

The historical market contains 200 vendor stalls selling local products, spices, crafts and traditional Costa Rican dishes.

Rio Celeste

Alajuela, Costa Rica

Rio Celeste

The river appears in an intense blue color due to a chemical reaction between sulfur and calcium carbonate.

Nicoya Peninsula

Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Nicoya Peninsula

The coastal region extends 80 kilometers with white sand beaches, mangrove forests and surfing areas.

Osa Peninsula

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Osa Peninsula

The nature reserve hosts 2.5% of global biodiversity with 463 bird species and 140 mammal species.

Marino Ballena National Park

Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

Marino Ballena National Park

The park features a natural sand formation shaped like a whale's tail and hosts diverse marine animals.

Santa Teresa Beach

Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

Santa Teresa Beach

The beach offers good surfing conditions and attracts people who practice yoga and meditation.

Tenorio Volcano National Park

Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica

Tenorio Volcano National Park

The Rio Celeste in the park has a blue coloration due to volcanic minerals in the water.

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Limón Province, Costa Rica

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

The coastal town on the Caribbean offers restaurants, bars, music and several palm-lined beaches.

Cerro Chirripó

San José and Limón, Costa Rica

Cerro Chirripó

Standing at 3,820 meters, this peak allows views of both oceans on clear days and attracts mountain climbers.

Uvita Beach

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Uvita Beach

This coast offers whale sightings from July to October and forms the shape of a whale's tail during low tide.

Guayabo National Monument

Cartago, Costa Rica

Guayabo National Monument

This archaeological site contains stone structures, aqueducts and roads from a city dated to 800 CE.

Papagayo Peninsula

Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Papagayo Peninsula

The peninsula contains 31 white sand beaches, luxury hotels and an 18-hole golf course on the Pacific.

Monteverde Orchid Garden

Monteverde, Costa Rica

Monteverde Orchid Garden

The botanical garden houses over 400 orchid species. Guided tours explain the different species and their growing conditions.

Catarata Llanos de Cortés

Bagaces, Costa Rica

Catarata Llanos de Cortés

The 12-meter waterfall drops into a natural pool. The site provides changing rooms and a parking area.

National Theater

San José, Costa Rica

National Theater

Built in 1897, the theater features neoclassical architecture with Italian marble and French furniture. The building hosts regular performances.

Las Catalinas

Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Las Catalinas

This beach community features hiking trails, restaurants, and shops. The architecture follows Mediterranean settlement patterns.