The diverse landscapes of Costa Rica allow for great outdoor activities like white water rafting and relaxing at the Tabacon Hot Springs. Explore the Arenal Volcano and view the fiery red glow from the summit. Drive to the Monte Verde Cloud Forest to see the exotic environment and pass through the city of La Fortuna.
I am planning a cruise through the Panama Canal in Oct 08. Does anyone have any information about tours that might be avalible dockside. From my experience it is a lot less expensive to deal with local tour operators
If your into forest tours about 20 miles south of Puerto Caldera there are two forest reserves known for their large and diverse populations of forest and aquatic birds. I'd recommend the Biological Reserve of Carara.