Carribean Sea

Carribean Sea

Warm tropical weather, pure white beaches, turquoise blue water and cool island breeze all year round makes the Caribbean Sea one of the most coveted holiday destinations in the world.
Province: Limón

Overview

Southeast of the Gulf of Mexico and right next to the Atlantic Ocean, you find one of the largest seas in the world – the Caribbean Sea, boarded to the South by Venezuela, Colombia and Panama, the Central American countries such as Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Guatemala on the West, Cuba, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico to the North and the Virgin Islands, Anguilla and Saint Kitts and Nevis from the East. With an area of about 2,754,000 km2, and an average depth of about 2,200 meters below the sea’s surface, this sea is home to at least 14% of the world’s reefs and is home to the second largest barrier reef in the world – the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, which is also the largest reef in the Northern Hemisphere. The Mesoamerican Barrier Reef stretches for 620 miles along the coasts of Mexico, Belize, Guatemala and Honduras. The geological age of the sea is estimated to range between 160 to 180 million years. The deepest point is the Cayman Trough, which is located between the Cayman Islands and Jamaica, at 7,686 meters below sea level. The largest island found in this region is Cube, with a land area of 42,426 square miles.

One of the largest oil-producing regions in the world, providing approximately 170 million tons of oil every year, the Caribbean Sea is home to over 7,000 islands rooted in its tropical waters, that belong to 28 nations.  Coastal communities from 39 countries and territories, with populations of at least 116 million people rely on this sea for their food and livelihoods.

12,046 marine species live in the Caribbean Sea and of these, there are more than 1,000 known fish species, including flying fish, moray eels, bull sharks, tiger sharks, Caribbean reef sharks, giant oceanic manta rays, and parrotfish, as well as 90 marine mammal species, including dolphins, sperm whales, manatees, humpback whales, and seals. It’s tropical climate and all-year beach-vacation temperatures makes it one of the most coveted destinations in the world. Its bright blue waters and vivid experiences call tourists from all across the world to is white sandy shores. 

Swim below the sparkling waters and watch how brightly coloured fish dart through equally rich coral reefs. Explore unspoilt rainforests and catch a glimpse of the unique wildlife. Go island hopping and take in the different cultures, cuisines and communities, you have 7,000 to choose from, though some of them might be inhabited. 

Your sunlit, tropical adventure awaits your arrival at one of the most beautiful destinations in the world.

Tours

ATV Tour

Costa Rica is full of activities and adventures available to you during your vacation in this...
2-6 Hours
$ 75 / Person

Hanging bridges

Costa Rica is world-famous for its amazing diversity in nature and wildlife and many travelers from...
2-4 Hours
$ 45 / Person

Hiking and Trekking tour

Costa Rica is an absolutely amazing country with its immense diversity of nature and wildlife. 5%...
1-6 hours
$ 55 / Person

Horseback riding

Costa Rica is a beautiful country with great natural diversity. While visiting this gem of a...
2-3 Hours
$ 55 / Person

Scuba Diving

Nature and wildlife in Costa Rica are world-famous but it’s not only on land where the...
4 Hours
$ 65 / Person

Snorkeling Tours

Snorkeling in Costa Rica is available on both coasts of the country. In general, the best...
2-3 Hours
$ 50 / Person

Stand up paddle board

A great way to discover Costa Rica and its marine life is by taking a lesson...
2 Hours
$ 65 / Person

Surf lessons

Surfing is an incredible sport combined with an amazing lifestyle. We here at Tulu Travel want...
2 Hours
$ 55 / Person

Waterfall tour

Waterfalls are a beautiful blessing by nature and they generally are created in the upper parts...
2 hours
$ 55 / Person

White water rafting

Costa Rica’s high elevation combined with a 14-river system that drains in the Pacific Ocean and...
3-6 hours
$ 75 / Person

Canopy Zip-Line

Costa Rica is world-famous for its natural diversity, and a great way to discover this is...
2 Hours
$ 55 / Person

Kayaking

With amazing rivers and coastlines on the both the Pacific and Caribbean fronts, Costa Rica kayaking...
2-8 Hours
$ 35 / Person

Cabécar Indigenous Hike

Giving you an exclusive look into the lives of Costa Rica’s largest indigenous group, the Cabécar...
5 Hours
$ 110 / Person

Cabécar indigenous experience

Day 1Visit with a local family and have dinner overlooking the rainforest. On the way up...
3-6 per tour hours
$ This excursion package is included during your stay at Barbilla Rainforest Lodge. Not sold separately. / Person

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