Ecotourism in Costa Rica and Panama

For a tropical vacation with a host of natural wonders take a look at Costa Rica and Panama. The tropical rainforest is on your doorstep in these neighbouring countries where ecotourism is a major industry. There are many options for enjoying the natural beauty and wildlife here plus magnificent beaches where you can simply lay back and relax.

Costa Rica and Panama are in the most ecologically diverse region on the planet so it's no wonder ecotourism is big here.

• Sustainable tourism and conservation are very important to these countries which strive to preserve the environment.
• Costa Rica has long been a leader in this area and in recent years Panama has been following similar practices.
• Many areas have been preserved as National Parks or Wildlife Refuges.
• Hotels and lodges are carefully assessed for their environmentally friendly practices.

The people live close to nature and visitors come to experience it first hand. From rain forest canopy tours to hiking and caving, there is a wide range of options for discovering the unique natural bounty of the region.

There are also beautiful secluded beaches on both the Pacific and Caribbean sides with surfing a big draw on the Pacific coast. It's easy to combine your eco-adventure with a beach vacation in Costa Rica and Panama.

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