As wildlife holidays go, you can’t get much better than Costa Rica. This is the country that invented ecotourism, drawing visitors to its national parks and undeveloped protected regions. Thanks to its immense biodiversity it is home to an enormous array of creatures, from the red-eyed tree frog to the howler monkey, and its animal-loving population allows wildlife to venture freely. In the heart of Central America, the ‘happiest place on Earth’ is wedged between the Caribbean and the Pacific Coasts, divided into 20 natural parks, eight biological reserves and a further number of protected regions. The people of Costa Rica, known as ‘Ticos’, are renowned for their warmth, greeting friends and visitors alike with the phrase ‘pura vida’, meaning good life. Costa Rica holidays have a worthy place on many travellers’ bucket lists; aside from the wildlife spotting opportunities, the prospect for adventure is limitless. Costa Rica tours are the ideal way to get under the skin of the country, hiking along high-altitude trails, burrowing through dense jungle, zipping through the canopy on a squeal-inducing zip line or bouncing down white water rapids with an experienced guide. So what’s not to love? The scenery is stunning, the people friendly, and the infrastructure the best in Central America. The smaller size of the country means you can fit it all into a two-week trip. The best time to visit Costa Rica depends on what you’d like to see, so it’s best to speak to an expert for more details – we’d happily talk through your requirements, whether you’re keen for a wildlife expedition, family holiday with a difference or an active honeymoon.