With its over 300 beaches and hundreds of communities and rich bio diversity, Costa Rica is a perfect destination for those who have become tired of crowds and escape away from the busy life for enjoying a comfortable vacation. Many of the beaches in this country are far from the tourist pathways and those you might love to explore. If you want to see and explore something totally different, you will have to get off the beaten path and visit the places you never visited. These off-the-beaten-path destinations offer wonderful views, interesting sites and many more to explore. Some are a challenge to access and others you will find around the corner from main travel routes. Here goes top 7 off the beaten path destinations in Costa Rica:

Boca Tapada:

In Costa Rica, Boca Tapada is another off the beaten path destination. This area is really close from the Nicaraguan border and home to a huge biodiversity. This remote place is just like a paradise for the birdwatchers and nature lovers. In this area you will get the opportunity to see pineapple and sugar cane plantations and explore the amazing natural beauty, wildlife and different plants. This area is little visited but has a lot to offer to everyone. The Maquenque Eco Preserve is one of the newest additions to the area and its mission is to preserve the habitat of the area.

Corcovado National Park:

Corcovado National Park is not so unknown place but definitely one of the remote destination in Costa Rica. It is really a true challenge to reach this place by road and it is better to take a boat to Drake Bay and there you will find various options to choose from but it depends on your desired destination. In the Pacific coast of Central America, it is the only remaining primary wet forest with 13 major ecosystems, ranging from lowland rainforest to highland cloud forest, mangrove swamps and many more.

Manzanillo:

Manzanillo is located south of Puerto Limon in Limón Province. It is on the Caribbean coast of the country. This village is set inside Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife and Marine Refuge. It is a tranquil town with well-known white sand beaches. You will find this area ideal to get some sun, kick back and soak up the view.

Playa Bejuco:

Playa Bejuco is situated only about 35 km north of Manuel Antonio and about 30 km south from Jaco. Its surrounding area is untouched and its beach has clean and clear water and there are several surf spots. This area is home to different species of birds.

Playa Zancudo:

Playa Zancudo is a remote and less crowded area. It is situated in the Golfo Dulce, on the southern Pacific coast of the country. It is a long stretch of black sand backed by coconut palms and almond trees. Located 10 km south of Golfito, part of Costa Rica’s Puntarenas province, Playa Zancudo can be reached easily by boat from Golfito and it will take 25 minutes.

San Gerardo de Dota:

Nestled in the Savegre River Valley, San Gerardo de Dota is a heaven for the bird watchers though it is not so popular as a tourist destination. Around the town of San Gerardo de Dota, birdwatchers and hikers will find great places to hang out. Green rolling hills and fruit plantations make this place just like a paradise for the nature lovers.

Turrialba:

You can go for exploring the rural country side of Turrialba in the lush and beautiful Central Highlands. This green and verdant area is rich with its natural beauty and raging rivers. This off the beaten path will take you back in the time of ancient ruins. You will find adobe houses and old buildings which are accompanied by colorful wood. Turrialba is a small town in the Cartago province and it is also the name of a volcano and also of a local cheese. In this spot you will find some of the amazing whitewater destinations.

Uvita:

People who love to enjoy some tranquil time, they can go to this beach and enjoy walking or sunbath. It has different restaurants, banks and super stores. You can not allowed to hunt or catch any marine life as this beach is a part of the national park Marino Ballena but you can enjoy scuba diving and swimming. In the Uvita area, you will find many budget friendly accommodations including hotels, guest houses and rustic lodges.