10 of the Best Places to Solo Travel in 2024 - Much Better Adventures
From the mountains of Madeira to the mangroves of Thailand, these are the best destinations for solo travel this year.
Costa Rica
What a place to explore, too. <anchor>Costa Rica</anchor> is a paradise of lush jungle, mangroves, beautiful rivers and incredible wildlife. There are around half a million species known to live in Costa Rica. That's about 5% of all species on Earth.
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# Adventures in Costa Rica

Squished between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.

Teeming with wildlife, bursting with forests, and notorious for its all-round chilled vibes, launch yourself into this tropical paradise – it offers a list of adventure activities as long as your arm.

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#### Activities

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**Hiking**](/explore/costa-rica/hiking/)

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**Kayaking**](/explore/costa-rica/kayaking/)

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**Multi Activity**](/explore/costa-rica/multi-activity/)

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**Rafting**](/explore/costa-rica/rafting/)

### Activities

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**Hiking**](/explore/costa-rica/hiking/)

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**Kayaking**](/explore/costa-rica/kayaking/)

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**Multi Activity**](/explore/costa-rica/multi-activity/)

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**Rafting**](/explore/costa-rica/rafting/)

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**Tackling a 250km Expedition Across Costa Rica**](https://www.muchbetteradventures.com/magazine/costa-rica-photo-story/ "Tackling a 250km Expedition Across Costa Rica")

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**Best Hikes in Costa Rica: 8 of the Best Trekking Routes**](https://www.muchbetteradventures.com/magazine/best-hikes-in-costa-rica-8-of-the-best-trekking-routes/ "Best Hikes in Costa Rica: 8 of the Best Trekking Routes")

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**The Camino de Costa Rica Walking Trail**](https://www.muchbetteradventures.com/magazine/camino-de-costa-rica/ "The Camino de Costa Rica Walking Trail")

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