Backpacking in Costa Rica

Backpacking in Costa Rica can be an unmatched experience as long as you get all the necessary information. Situated in Central America, Costa Rica’s name derives from “rich coast” in Spanish, a name given thanks to its diverse natural world, making it as one of the most fascinating countries on earth A plethora of plant and animal life make this country one of the most wanted places to be, mostly if you are a nature lover

The small country of Costa Rica holds 5% of the biodiversity on earth, the country also has the most stunning array of tropical biodiversity. It means that the number of wildlife species per 10,000 sq km here is 615, which is a demonstration of the stunning natural majesty that Costa Rica has to offer. Mote than 25% of the country is protected for environmental reasons, Costa Rica has a total of 26 protected areas, 20 national parks, 9 natural reservations, 8 wildlife refuges, 7 wildlife sanctuaries and 1 archaeological monument, making it one of the most diverse

The most frequent animals are the birds, Costa Rica holds approximately 900 species of birds, more than what is found in any one of the continents. Costa Rica also holds at list 260 mammal species, at list 65,000 insect species, at list 180 species of frogs and toads, 235 species of snakes and lizards and at list 135 sweet water fish and at list 700 saltwater fishes.

Any person who has taken a trip in the tropics in search of nature wonders can tell you that you don't need to venture far to experience the nation’s full palette of magnificent nature wonders. You can find all type of creatures from Invertebrates with funny looking forms, moths that mimic wasps, to the enormous Caligo memnon butterfly whose huge open wings resemble the wide-eye face of an owl, and the motted bark colored lantern fly. With patience you can also observe other animals such as monkeys, iguanas, quetzals, and sloths. Costa Rica also holds a series of other animals including felines like pumas and other wildcats

The Costa Rica Tour agencies feature great special promotions to the most visited national parks such as Arenal Volcano, Braulio Carrillo National Park among others. Obtaining information about Costa Rica is as easy as turning your computer on, there are hundreds of sites in where you can find all the necessary information about traveling in Costa Rica as well as other useful tips.