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Posted by Your Guide on May 10, 2006 5:04 PM

Costa Rica could be most famous for its incredible rain forests that attract visitors from all over the world. The number, size and variety of rain forests really set Costa Rica apart from other tropical nations. There are Cloud Forests, Tropical Rainforests on the Southern Pacific and Caribbean coasts and some of the few remaining Dry Tropical Forests on the Northern Pacific Coast. The country takes great pride in protecting these natural assets and has garnered them National Parks to protect them from harvesting. Because the terrain of the country creates micro climates, each region boasts different species of animals and plants unique to that specific region. When touring a rainforest, you’ll see animals such as monkeys, sloths, toucans, quetzals and thousands of other species. In fact, Costa Rica is home to over 850 different species of birds, which is more than all of North America. It would take years to explore and see all that the rainforests of this country have to offer.

The most popular way to see the rainforest is through a canopy tour, which Costa Rica is credited with creating. These types of tours utilize zip lines throughout the forests as a means of actually being in the tree canopies eye-level with the wildlife. Guides will secure you in a rock-climbing type harness and you navigate yourself from platform to platform via cables amidst the tree tops.

These types of tours can be expected to last about 2 hours, and are acceptable for any age range and physical condition. Most of the trip is downhill, and experienced guides ensure your safety. The Original Canopy Tour Company is the most experienced and referred tour in Costa Rica as their safety record is impeccable.

The most popular areas for canopy tours are the Monteverde location, approximately 3.5 hours north of San Jose, and the Arenal Volcano area. This is a great way to experience some of the best sight seeing that Costa Rica has to offer.



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