Monteverde & Arenal

Costa Rica is much more than a verdant paradise. It's a land of diverse landscapes and cultures. This collection of regional guides reveals unknown facets of Costa Rica and helps travelers understand what makes this country so unique.

From the magic of the cloud forest--with its quetzals and volcanoes--to a birdwatcher's paradise in the northern plains of the country, the twin destinations of Monteverde and Arenal offer more to see and do than any other pair of tourist destinations in Costa Rica.

Includes a colorful fold-out map of key tourist destinations.

María Montero is a journalist and poet who contributed to Ojalá's recent publication Cocos Island. Luciano Capelli has produced award-winning books about the culture and natural history of Costa Rica.