The canton or county of Sarapiqui forms a major portion of Heredia province. Covering 85% of Heredia’s total land area, Sarapiqui is known throughout Costa Rica for its amazing and rich biodiversity as well as for being an adventure seeker’s dream destination. Lying in the north east of the country and bordered by Nicaragua in the north, Sarapiqui is now a very popular tourist getaway for families and thrill seekers alike. One of the few remaining areas in Costa Rica that is the dwelling of the endangered Green Macaw, Sarapiqui is also home to a number of nature reserves and national parks including the Braulio Carrillo National Park and the Sarapiqui Protected zone. A lush and green region, Sarapiqui is famous for its “turnos” or outdoor festivals, which include fairs, bull riding and livestock and cattle shows. A mainly agricultural sector of the country, Sarapiqui is a major banana-producing region in Costa Rica. However, coffee, cardamom, cacao, corn and other fruits are also grown here. The land in Sarapiqui is very fertile mainly because the Rio Sarapiqui flows through this region irrigating the entire area, plus the climate here is mild and moderate throughout the year. This area is one of the most diverse in Costa Rica and is home to a plethora of indigenous flora and fauna. If you enjoy the outdoors, there are plenty of hiking and nature walk opportunities in this region as well as white water rafting down the River Sarapiqui. A boat trip down the river is a great way to catch a glimpse of this region’s wildlife including monkeys, birds, turtles and caimans. If you are an avid bird watcher, coming here is the perfect way to see some of Costa Rica’s many bird species in their natural environment such as hummingbirds, quetzals, dippers, guans, agoutis and quatamundis. Sarapiqui in Costa Rica has a wide range of that will fit any eco tourist's budget and quality expectations. If you are looking for Sarapiqui hotels you are in the right place.