The Fiesta Virgen del Mar is defined by a display of boats that are decorated with religious symbols, flags and flowers. The festival takes place every year to remember the storm of 1920 that caused widespread damage and loss of life in the bustling port town of Puntarenas and to give thanks to the Patron Saint of Puntarenas, the Virgen del Carmen. On land people gather for mass, musical performances, ox cart parades, dance performances, live music, and sporting events. The festival takes place every year on the weekend closest to July 16th. People from all over Costa Rica flock to the town of Puntarenas making it difficult to find hotels. If you intend to attend the Virgin of the Sea Festival, make plans well in advance.
Discover the Monteverde Forest Area as it comes to life at night during this guided walking tour. Enjoy hotel transfers from Santa Elena or Monteverde aboard a comfortable coach.
Enjoy an adventure tour accompanied by guides in Katira. Fly over treetops through 7 ziplines while observing sloths, and experience the beauty of Costa Rica's coastline by tubing down the Celeste River.
Enjoy spectacular views of Jaco Bay, Hermosa Beach, and Herradura Beach from over 1500 feet in the air. Fly through the sky on an exciting tandem paragliding ride with the company of an expert.
Discover the incredible scenery of Lake Arenal as you paddle along its shoreline. Hop on a paddleboard or kayak to begin your scenic journey from El Castillo with views of the volcano and rainforest.
Book a hassle-free private transfer between San José Airport and Jaco or Playa Herradura. Choose an airport-to-hotel transfer or hotel-to-airport transfer for arrival or departure from the city.
Leave San Jose and enjoy a tour of the La Paz Waterfall Gardens and a walking tour of rainforest trails. Spot local wildlife and enjoy animal exhibits on this tour great for nature lovers of all ages.
Visit the summit of the highest active volcano in Costa Rica, at an elevation of 3,432 meters, followed by a visit to the city of Cartago and the Orosi Valley.
Immerse yourself in the bustling nightlife of San Jose with an evening walking tour. Visit Central Market, the National Theater, and Morazan Park to learn about local food and taste some delicacies.
Spend the day in the shadow of the imposing Arenal Volcano on this guided tour. Admire sprawling views of pineapple and plantation farms, walk across the jungle canopy on suspension bridges, and relax in the bubbling hot springs of Baldi.
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