With spectacular scenery, Sarapiquí is a popular vacation destination for those seeking the adventure of water rafting on the Sarapiquí river. Here you can also enjoy sandy beaches with lush vegetation and many great ecotourism amenities like: nature lodges, hotels, scientific research stations nested in the rain forest and on the banks of the river. Sarapiquí is one of the highlights of every birdwatcher's dream trip in Costa Rica because of its numerous exotic bird species.