Here are some eco-friendly travel destinations along with their GPS coordinates for main places and attractions.

Manuel Antonio is the most popular National Park with Ticos. One reason for this is the unspoiled beaches that lie within easy walking distance of the entrance station. The overhanging palms are a refreshing break from the bars, discos, hotels and restaurants surrounding the park. Besides the spectacular beaches, Manuel Antonio offers several kilometers of very well maintained trails offering the easiest access in Costa Rica to the lowland rainforest.

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Arenal volcano was the most spectacularly active in Costa Rica. The Arenal Volcano National Park packs all of Costa Rica's allure into one place: incredible hiking, magnificent views, abounding wildlife and the country's most active volcano.

Hiking and horseback riding tours allow you to get up close and personal with this incredible area, which encompasses close to 30,000 acres (12,000 ha) and extends into eight different life zones.

Overlooking everything is the imposing Arenal Volcano which sits right inside this wonderful park.

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Hikers & climbers frequent this mountainous area with high peaks & dramatic scenery.-Google.

Jotunheimen National Park is characterized by high mountains, glaciers, and deep lakes. There are more than 200 mountain peaks rising above 2000 m (6560 ft) in Jotunheimen.

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National park with volcanoes, glaciers & campsites, plus adventure hiking trails for all abilities.-Google.

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Forest & marine wildlife sanctuary & national park known for nesting green & leatherback turtles. -Google.

Among the most important nesting areas in the Western Hemisphere of the endangered green turtle, the stunning Tortuguero National Park lies on Costa Rica’s beautiful Caribbean coast in the northeastern region of the country.

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Tortuguero is a place to get off the grid for a couple of days to see unique wildlife - brilliantly colored macaws and toucans, monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and more. Turtle hatching season, roughly October and November, is a particular highlight for lovers of sea turtles.

Tongariro is New Zealand's oldest national park. Park located on New Zealand's North Island. The park has 3 active volcanoes: Tongariro, Ngauruhoe (Mount Doom in “The Lord of the Rings' films) and Ruapehu with its ski slopes. The Tongariro Alpine Crossing trail passes the Emerald Lakes and boiling mud pools, culminating at still-active Red Crater. Park wildlife includes the brown kiwi and the whio, or blue duck. Tongariro River has rapids and trout.

It was established in 1887, making it the oldest national park in the country and the fourth oldest in the world.

The park covers an area of 795.98 square kilometers (307.48 square miles) and is known for its stunning volcanic landscapes, including three active volcanoes: Mount Tongariro, Mount Ngauruhoe, and Mount Ruapehu. These volcanoes not only create a dramatic backdrop but also offer a range of outdoor activities and breathtaking scenery.

One of the most popular attractions in Tongariro National Park is the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, a 19.4-kilometer (12-mile) hike that takes you through diverse landscapes, including volcanic craters, alpine meadows, emerald lakes, and steaming vents. The hike is considered one of the best day hikes in the world and offers incredible views of the surrounding mountains.

Another notable feature in the park is the Whakapapa Ski Area on Mount Ruapehu. It is the largest ski area in New Zealand and offers both beginner and advanced skiing and snowboarding options. The ski season typically runs from June to October.

For those interested in Maori culture, Tongariro National Park holds great significance. The park is part of the dual World Heritage Tongariro National Cultural Landscape, recognized for its spiritual and cultural associations with the indigenous Maori people. Visitors can learn about the Maori history and legends associated with the area through guided tours and cultural experiences.

Other attractions in the park include waterfalls, hot springs, and numerous hiking and mountain biking trails. The diverse flora and fauna in the park are also a highlight, with unique plant species adapted to the volcanic environment.

The deep blue UNESCO-protected Geirangerfjord is surrounded by majestic, snow-covered mountain peaks, wild waterfalls and lush, green vegetation. Impressive waterfalls cast cascades of thundering water from almost vertical mountainsides.

The famous falls De syv søstrene (“the Seven Sisters”), Friaren (“the Suitor”) and Brudesløret (“the Bridal Veil”) tease the cliffs with feather‐light sheer veils of mist whose mission is to create a never‐ending display of changing rainbows to fill you with delight and wonder.

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