Vacationers heading to Costa Rica know they are in for an ecological adventure, as the Central American paradise is one of the greenest locales in the world. While you can certainly enjoy the impressive natural scenery of Costa Rica from the deck of your villa vacation rentals, it may be worth your while to get up close and personal with the local flora and fauna from atop a horse.

At Rancho Tranquilo, guests can climb atop a steed and explore the wonders of the Diamante Valley, also known as the "Valley of the Waterfalls." The region is home to several stunning cascades, with the most impressive being the eponymous Diamante waterfall, which tumbles 600-feet into a calm pool below.

Vacationers will find that the valley is also filled with an impressive array of animal life. From the white-faced capuchin monkey to the majestic toucan, there is a lot of biodiversity to explore during your horse tour of the region.

After a day spent in the wild, guests will be happy to return to civilization at their luxury rentals in Costa Rica. Whether laying about near the pool or enjoying the comfortable living areas, these accommodations can make for a memorable adventure in Central America.