Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges, Costa Rica: See sloths, snakes + spiders!
Sure, Costa Rica’s Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park has 15 swinging and fixed bridges in the forest. But the snakes, sloths and spiders are the real fun.
Central America
So you’re planning a trip to Central America! It’s an exciting destination for adventurous travelers.
Our post on snakes, sloths and spiders at the Arenal Hanging Bridges in Costa Rica snagged us a “Best Blog Post” (3rd place) win in 2018 from the Society of American Travel Writers.
Quick Central America information:
About: Covering 202,000 sq. miles (524 sq. km), Central America is the region lying between Mexico (at the bottom of North America) and South America
Population: About 50 million
Central American countries: Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama
Main language: Spanish
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Read all our Central America travel posts:
17 Most beautiful birds in Costa Rica: Guide + photos
The Resplendent Quetzal may be the holy grail of birdwatching. But there are many other beautiful birds in Costa Rica! Discover the best birding lodges and tours to see them in this feather-filled paradise.
Where to stay in Bocas del Toro? 5 Darling places you’ll love!
Where to stay in Bocas del Toro, Panama? You’ll love these 5 sweet places, including a beachside Bali-style resort, an all-inclusive eco-lodge and overwater bungalows.
Why stay at the Global Hotel Panama? For bubbly and boutique style!
Why pick the Global Hotel Panama in Panama City? How about five-star luxury, free bubbly and friendly service? Rates are really easy on the wallet too.
7 Reasons to love the overwater bungalows at Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge
Built on stilts over the water in Bocas del Toro (Panama), Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge has just nine overwater bungalows. And excellent snorkeling!
Treat yourself to the Bali-style Island Plantation on Bocas del Toro
Romantic, a beautiful pool, eco-friendly, a cool beach club. Of course we loved our stay at the adults-only Island Plantation on Bocas del Toro, Panama!
Costa Rica UnCruise immerses you in all of nature’s awe
On our Costa Rica cruise with UnCruise Adventures, we hiked forests, snorkeled and saw sloths, capuchin monkeys and snakes. And we stuffed ourselves silly on great food too.
Casa Cayuco review: Eco-adventure at its best in Panama
A monkey that “comes” with your cabin? Not unusual at Casa Cayuco, an eco-adventure lodge in Panama’s Bocas del Toro islands. Off-the-beaten-path, it’s a place to unplug and eat well!