Between the heat and rugged road conditions in many areas, covering 20 km with children can be a major day's accomplishment. If bicycling is your passion and real adventure is something you crave, pick a few small areas to explore in depth. Both provisions and accommodations are always easy to find. Possible routes include around Lake Arenal, a small portion of the Nicoya Peninsula, and a tour of the east coast. Try hitching a ride in pick-ups instead for covering long distances.
Traffic is light and considerate, even on highways.
Although not an outdoor activity we normally include, some mention of Costa Rica's immense potential for this sport is necessary. Children ten and older are usually eligible. A day outing will expose you to an exciting view of some of the country's loveliest natural areas. Whitewater rafting ouffitters often offer sea kayaking opportunities along the coast as well. Canal Travel Consider doing some canal exploration along the country's east coast, an area still accessed only by water.