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This lush paradise is guaranteed to satiate any traveler hungry for adventure. The untouched wonders that await you in this tiny country are so varied and so rich you'll want to return again and again. National parks and reserves account for more than one quarter of the land in Costa Rica. BikeHike Adventures was born guiding travelers through Costa Rica's rainforests, seacoast and rivers. We're hooked, and we know you will be too. From jungle canopy to raging rapids, Costa Rica will delight and amaze you with its natural beauty.
Official Name: Republic of Costa Rica
Population: 3 million
Capital City: San Jose, pop. 280,000
People: 96% Spanish, 4% other
Languages: Spanish, English, Creole, Indian dialects
Religion: 95% Roman Catholic, 5% other
Currency: Costa Rican Colon
Time: located in the Central Time Zone - GMT minus 6 hours
Electricity: 110V, 60 Hz (http://www.kropla.com)
Major Industries: Coffee, tourism, bananas, textiles, sugar
Citizens of Canada, the US and the UK only require a valid passport to enter Costa Rica. Please ensure that your passport is valid for 6 months beyond the date of arrival, or you may be refused entry. Always carry a photocopy of your passport in the unfortunate case of loss or theft; this precaution will speed up the reissue process. Visa requirements vary from country to country. Before departure make sure to check with your local Costa Rica consulate for the most current up-to-date requirements. A visa is not required for Canadian, US or British citizens.
Located just ten degrees north of the Equator, Costa Rica enjoys the advantages of the "perfect" tropical climate. The average temperature is 22’C (72’ F) in the highlands and temperatures vary from mid 20’C (77’F) to low 30’C (86’F) in the lowlands. All year long the conditions are pleasantly moderate, with a rainy season or "winter" from June to early November, and a dry season or " summer" from December through May.
Some must-tries include gallo pinto – a dish consisting of rice, black beans and spices; empanadas – a bread turnover stuffed with bread and cheese; and ceviche – seafood marinated in a lemon, onion, and garlic sauce.
Water is usually safe to drink in San Jose, however bottled water is recommended when traveling in the country and is easily purchased at stores. If you are susceptible to changes in the water, you will find that fresh juices, soft drinks and beer are readily available.
There are no mandatory vaccinations for Costa Rica, however there are some recommended ones including tetanus, diphtheria, polio and Hepatitis A. We advise you to contact your nearest travel clinic for information on health requirements, as this information can and does change frequently. A good website for current information is The Centre for Disease Control at www.cdc.gov/travel/.
Costa Rica Natural History - Daniel Janzen
Climate and Vegetation of Costa Rica - Luiz Diego Gomez
Life Above the Jungle Floor - Donald Perry
A Guide to the Birds of Costa Rica - Gary Stiles & Alexander Skutch
The New Key to Costa Rica - Beatrice Blake and Anne Becher
Costa Rica Traveler - Ellen Searby
Costa Rica - A Natural Destination - Ree Sheck
The Rivers of Costa Rica: A Canoeing, Kayaking, and Rafting Guide -
Mayfield and Gallo
What's Wrong, Who's Right in Central America - Richard Nuccio
The Costa Ricans - Richard Biesanz
Tropical Storm and Storm Rising – Linda Kay Silva
Assault on Paradise – Tatiana Lobo & Asa Zata
Over One Hundred Years of History - The National Museum of Costa Rica
A Brief History of Central America - Hector Perez-Brignoll
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