Canyoning

Harness on, rope through the descender, and over the edge into the spray at Lost Canyon outside La Fortuna — one drop after another down a canyon carved by volcanic runoff. Gravity Falls adds jumps and slides for the ones who want more; Monteverde's cloud-forest canyons keep it cooler and greener. Guides rig every anchor and gear is provided, so first-timers rappel the same lines as veterans.