Costa Rica Honeymoon at Peace Lodge, La Paz Waterfalls or Xandari.

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Central Valley
Poas Volcano - La Paz Waterfall Gardens (Peace Lodge)

Costa Rica’s Central Mountain range surrounds a large valley, which is home to the country’s four largest cities, and approximately half of the population. Climate conditions in the Central Valley make this an extremely pleasant place to live, with moderate temperatures year-round, beautiful mountain views and many interesting places to visit. The region is perfect for the start or the end days of a Costa Rica honeymoon.

Four volcanoes stand guard over the northern valley; two of them, the Poas and Irazu are featured in day tours out of San Jose. Next to the Poas Volcano is the renowned La Paz Waterfall Park, home to renowned Peace Lodge, with its large butterfly farm. To the west is the town of Sarchi, home to the country’s best known crafts and souvenir shops. The newly opened Turu Bari Park is located nearby, in the Orotina Region.

To the east of the Central Valley lie the towns of Orosi and Cartago, which feature intriguing ruins and the country’s largest Catholic Church, built to honor the Virgin of Los Angeles, Costa Rica’s patron saint. The area is also famous for its white water rafting rivers, including the Reventazon and the Pacuare, one of the world’s top three rafting rivers. To the northeast, visitors will find the Braulio Carrillo National Park and the celebrated Rainforest Aerial Tram.

Lodging facilities are available in the mountains around the Central Valley. They offer an appealing alternative to those visitors who wish to stay near the capital but not in the city itself.

While in the Mountains North of the Central Valley

Take full advantage of the La Paz Waterfall Gardens Park and enjoy the magnificent hikes, view the spectacular waterfalls, and visit the hummingbird gallery and butterfly farm.

Visit the Poas Volcano National Park and hike up to the crater’s edge, one of the largest on Earth. Complete your visit with a 30-minute hike to the lagoon, located near the crater.

On the way down from the mountains, visit the Doka Coffee Plantation, to learn about the process that produces the world’s best coffee.

Honeymoon in Costa Rica couples find that spending the first or last two nights of their vacation in a quaint Costa Rica resort or lodge in the mountains north of San Jose, in particular spending time at the Peace Lodge, Xandari or the Villa Blanca Cloud Forest are the ideal start or end to a wonderful Costa Rica honeymoon. Couples looking for a soft start to the trip to unwind from the wedding planning phase should look at this region to start the perfect honeymoon trip. If you want to add a few nights in this region to your honeymoon in Costa Rica package, please call us toll free at (888) 928-3688 or email us at info@memorablecostarica.com.