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Ecotourism
Outdoor Adventure
Manuel Antonio National Park
Snorkeling & Scuba Diving
Caño Island Biological Reserve
The trees in this
area are magnificent in height and support an outstanding
variety of epiphytic plants such as orchids, bromeliads,
ferns-even shrubs and small trees. Monkeys, agoutis, sloth and
other critters will entertain you. By noon, the tour r
Canopy Tours
Professional
canopy guides can also arrange a day of wildlife viewing high
up on a tree platform above the floor of the forest. You can
also zip from platform to platform to combine wildlife viewing
and zip lining into a day of action and adventure. The canopy
tours are designed so that there is very little impact on the
sensitive ecological balance that exists in the rainforest.
There is no question that the adrenaline rush will make this
an unforgettable experience.
Hacienda Barú
offers an experience that is both entertaining as well as
educational. The experienced local guides help deepen your
Butterfly Viewing
Hacienda Barú
protects 3 Km of pristine beach, which you will find largely
deserted. The walk to the Barú river mouth takes around 1 hour
from the cabins and is especially enjoyable in the late
afternoon, catching the fabulous Pacific sunset on the way
back. There are lots of opportunities to spot wildlife on the
trails and the beach. Our trail guide "Paths of Discovery"
contains a list of 100 different species with corresponding
numbers on the trails. It also has detailed descriptions of
all the trails and walking on the beach. This will help you
find wildlife and learn interesting things about the
rainforest.
Ocean kayaking is
also popular along the southern Pacific coast, where kayakers
can travel through shoreline caves (depending on tidal
conditions) and view pre-Columbian inscriptions on the walls.
The caves are rumored to hold to treasures of explorer Sir
Francis Drake. Age requirements are eight to 12 years,
depending on the difficulty of the waters. Rafting/kayaking
trips are generally
Other Activities
Horseback Riding
Whale & Dolphin
Watching
Encounter Rough
Tooth and Common Dolphins as well as Pilot Whales, Orcas,
Psuedo Orcas, Sei
Hiking &
Trekking Things To See & Do In Dominical
Ocean & Water Sports
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Copyright 2003 - 2009. Marina
Rose, School of DNA
Theta Healing ®
No portion of information in this website may be reproduced or distributed in
any form without prior permission from the author, which may be solicited upon
request.
All rights reserved.
eserves,
and wildlife refuges. One of the best ways to experience Costa
Rica is by taking one of the many travel tours available from
Playa Dominical. Expert guided adventures will allow you to
explore some of the many fascinating places within just a few
hours from playa Dominical, such as one of the classic
horseback riding tours that takes you out to Nauyaca
Waterfall, a breathtaking 213 ft (65 meters) high cascade
surrounded by natural beauty. Close to this secluded area you
will find the Ballena (Whale) Marine National Park. This park
was created in 1990 to protect 8 miles (13 km) of shoreline.
The park includes 272 land acres (110 hectares) and 13 water
acres (5 hectares). The area preserves the productivity of the
biological communities that live in this coastal zone and
preserves the habitat for different marine life. 
e,
Costa Rica is constantly changing. With such a wide selection
of places to see and things to do, there is no doubt that
visitors can find an activity well suited for everyone. From
Canopy tours through the rainforest, bungee jumping, white
water rafting, sailing, fresh water fishing or deep sea sports
fishing, kayaking, hiking through lush forests and walking at
the foot of active volcanoes, all these are part of the Costa
Rican adventure. 
Rica reside in the park - the
white-throated capuchin monkeys, the endangered squirrel
monkeys, and the white-faced
monkeys (shown here). In addition to monkeys, you can expect
to see colorful birds, iguanas, sloths, and other exotic
animals. In
order to protect and conserve this unique environment, the
number of park visitors allowed each day is limited, therefore
it is best to visit the park in the morning hours and during
the mid-week slower periods, if possible. The park is closed
on Mondays, however guided Ecotours may be arranged during
normal hours of operation.
of
the most exciting diving within reach of the mainland. Spectacular
marine life is guaranteed on a visit to Caño Island. Porpoises, schools
of manta rays, and white-tip reef sharks are commonly seen on
most dives. Water temperatures in the Pacific are typically in
the upper 70s to low 80s throughout the year. If you enjoy the
ocean, you won't want to miss an opportunity to visit this
enchanting island. Day or overnight tours can be arranged by a
number of well respected and experienced dive companies in
Dominical.
the
island lead to a pre-Columbian cemetery and several of Costa
Rica’s mysterious stone spheres. Mystery shrouds the spheres,
which
measure from one to two and a half meters in diameter and are
found mainly in the Palmar region and on Caño Island.
In addition to snorkeling and diving, there is a forest trail
up the Rio Pargo that is well worth exploring. The rain forest
story unfolds before you. This is a magnificent
place that offers a true sample of the abundant rainforest
beauty of Costa Rica.
eturns
to the beach to enjoy your packed lunch in the shade of a
mango tree while watching the surf. This fantastic
adventure is an excellent way to enriche your Dominical visit
with a sense of true explorations and adventure.
Educational in nature, yet deeply adventurson, Caño Iland
Biological Reserve is a must see while on your Costa Rica
holiday.
of
Dominical. Sail high above the rainforest canopy and experience Costa
Rica's most popular adventure sport. This is an exciting
adventure that must not be missed. People of all ages can
experience the thrill of jungle top canopy tour. Visitors are
offered an opportunity to experience a unique outdoor activity
that is also an enriching ecological experience. Excellent
outfitters in Dominical can arrange your adventure, offering
the rare opportunity to ascend into the forest canopy and see
jungle life from a perspective available previously to only a
select few researchers and photographers.
forest
in the lowlands to primary forest on the highland coastal
ridge. 7 Km (4 miles) of walking trails and 3 Km (2 miles) of
pristine beach are here to be explored, as well as an orchid
garden and butterfly garden. Fantastic guided tour offering
Bird Watching and Ecological Explorations are offered by many
outstanding local Dominical Outfitters. Our excellent
naturalist guides will help you discover the wonders of the
tropical rainforest, such as leaf cutter ants and sleepy
sloths. On our tours you can experience everything from the
Rainforest Canopy to Mangrove.
appreciation
for the wonders of the tropical rainforest. These well trained
experts come from local communities surrounding the refuge which has
given them the opportunity to intimately learn the the flora
and fauna since childhood. On most tours the guides carry a
spotting scope to help you see wildlife close up. Visitors are
encouraged to bring along binoculars and photography gear to
capture the amazing sights. Most tours fall into 3 different
categories Canopy Exploration Tours, Hiking Tours and Night
Tours. This provides and excellent opportunity to explore the
rainforest from many different aspects.
Butterfly
Garden. The garden has a sample of many local species for you
to enjoy. In the laboratory at the back of the garden you can
learn about the life cycle of the butterfly and see the
caterpillars and pupa. These magnificent creatures are a
sheer delight to be seen. Nowhere on Earth does the
opportunity to see such a variety of sepecies.
Hacienda
Barú has 7 Kilometers of beautiful rainforest trails. On these
trails you can explore a rich diversity of habitats including
primary and secondary forest, wetland, grassland and mangrove
swamp. There are trails which meander through the lowland to
the beach or up into the highland where there are magnificent
views of the coast. The beach can be accessed by the trails or
by road. 
river
in the country. Participants go through class II/III/IV rapids with a
chance to enjoy great swimming holes and a large variety of
birds in the dense primary jungle surrounding the river. The
Naranjo River is a class III and IV river for physically fit,
excitement-seeking rafters. The river drops steeply from the
mountains about Quepos through a beautiful jungle gorge,
taking participants on a wild ride to sea level, passing
nearby farmlands and palm plantations.
unregulated.
Use only reputable operators with skilled guides, good quality
and well-maintained equipment, and a history of safe
operations. For the participant seeking slow-moving
tranquility, other boating experiences are available. Take a
ride on a two-story paddlewheel boat up the longest river in
Costa Rica. Or, ride a launch through the Rio Terraba
mangroves to a beautiful island. Enjoy a private picnic and
hike along trails to admire flora and fauna.
waves
year-round. Further south
near Golfo
Dulce, Pavones and Matapalo, are excellent surfing locations.
Pavones,
near the Panama border, has one of the longest left waves in
the world.
Several surf schools provide lessons,
which include equipment. Although some rentals are available,
experienced surfers bring their own equipment. Don’t forget
rash guard, sunscreen, and wax. Be prepared to pay extra for
shipping boards on airlines.
and
experienced, bilingual captains to provide both the rookie and
the experienced angler excellent offshore fishing for marlin,
sailfish, tuna, wahoo, and dorado. The Dominical area also
includes the second largest mangrove system on the Pacific
coast of Central America, providing some of the best fly
fishing in the world. Inshore action includes roosterfish,
snook, snapper, and sea bass.
Guided
horseback riding tours may be scheduled from several Dominical
locations. You can choose tours that take you along beaches
and jungle trails and through river crossings to experience
waterfalls, mineral pools, and spectacular mountain views.
You are guaranteed to be thoroughly delighted with your Costa
Rica riding. Excellent guides combined with breathtaking
locations make this a must do on your visit.
available
in the Dominical area. One, Poza Azul, is located on the Punta
Dominical property. Costa Rica is a waterfall and hot
spring lover's nirvana. Take a country roughly the size of
Vermont and New Hampshire combined, fill it with a half-dozen
mountain ranges (including a dozen or so active and sleeping
volcanoes), then cover it with 100 to 300 inches (256 to 769
centimeters) of rain per year, and you have the recipe for a
waterfall lover's paradise. A walk up almost any mountain
stream should eventually lead to at least a small catarata.
Most are quite spectacular and a must see on any Costa Rica
vacation.
Thermal
Convection Dome (named for its proximity to this country),
lies here. Shallow, warm waters lie on top of low-oxygen cold
water, creating the perfect ecosystem for a vast variety of
marine life. The dome off the coast of Costa Rica is the only
one in the world that is constant. Whales, dolphins, tuna,
marlin, manta rays, sea turtles, sailfish and more all
congregate near the Costa Rican coasts, taking advantage of
this year-round dome of ecologically rich waters. 
Whales, Brydes Whales, Beaked Whales, giant manta rays, sea
turtles and more. This area boasts the longest season of
Humpback Whales in the world, as we get migrations from both
North America and South America. The Humpbacks from both
Hemispheres come here to birth and breed. In all, over twenty
five species of dolphins and whales either permanently reside
in or pass through this region while migrating. The Vida
Marina Foundation researches marine life in Drake Bay and
offers some of the best dolphin and whale watching tours in
the country.
cent
years. Most tour companies offer biking trips as part of their
regular packages. Rental equipment is excellent. Cyclists will
encounter a huge variety of breathing terrain – leisure
country paths, grueling mountain trails, and open beaches.
Cyclists from Costa Rica have excelled on the international
cycling circuit, and top cyclists from around the world gather
here annually for two major races. Most Biking
tours are outfitted with a front-suspension bike,
helmet, gloves, water bottle, energy bars and other trail-mix
snacks, biking guide, support vehicle, two-way radios to
communicate with support vehicle,
ather
conditions necessitate carrying rain gear, plenty of water,
and something to eat. Bug repellent and sturdy boats are also
recommended for most hikes. Never hike alone and always tell a
friend or neighbor where you’re going and when you’ll be back.
Enjoy the ultimate adventure and climb Mt. Chirripo, the
tallest mountain in Central America at 12,530 feet!
Nearly all of Costa Rica's national parks have short trails
that can be hiked in an hour or two, while others have routes
that take the better part of a day to complete, such as the
trails to the top of Barva and Rincón de le Vieja Volcanoes.
Santa Rosa, Corcovado and Chirripó National Parks have longer
backpacking routes, which require several overnights in tents
or Parks Service cabins. There are also plenty of well marked
hiking trails in the country's growing number of private
reserves. 
Ecotourism
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