There are few things more Costa Rican than horseback riding. Nearly every small town has some sort of horseback riding event or competition annually. To watch one of these events with the cowboys riding their high stepping Costarricense horses is quite an experience.

Horseback riding is a great way of interning yourself into the rainforest and see the beautiful trees, flowers and animals you may be lucky to cross such as toucans, bellbirds and parrots. Agouties, monkeys and sloths are also pretty common to spot.

You can also choose to go horseback riding along some of the most gorgeous beaches in the world. You’ll see a wide variety of bird and animal species, as well as discover areas where pirates kept their loot or spot nesting grounds for giant sea turtles. You can end your horseback riding tour with an amazing sunset or a quick swim in the ocean.