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Because words aren't enough to convey the sheer beauty of Pavones, browse our video and gallery sections to see why Costa Rica is ranked 3rd on the Happy Planet Index.

Costa Rica is home to a rich variety of plants and animals. While the country has only about 0.25% of the world's landmass, it contains 5% of the world's biodiversity. Around 25% of the country's land area is in protected national parks and protected areas, the largest percentage of protected areas in the world.

If you like to surf, Pavones has thick, heavy waves which consistently barrel and can get really big. It's little known, but picturesque and untamed; Definitely not for the light hearted.