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Costa Rica remains one of the world's leading eco-tourism destinations, known for its protected rainforests, Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Corcovado National Park, Manuel Antonio National Park, abundant wildlife, and both Pacific and Caribbean coastlines. In 2027, travelers continue to favor personalized itineraries that combine adventure, wellness, sustainable tourism, wildlife encounters, and authentic local experiences. Most visitors spend 7–14 days exploring two or three regions, often pairing Arenal, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio, Tortuguero, and Guanacaste in a single itinerary.
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Did you know that Costa Rica is one of the world's premier birdwatching destinations? Home to more than 900 bird species, nearly 10% of all bird species worldwide, this small country offers incredible opportunities to spot everything from the dazzling Resplendent Quetzal and Scarlet Macaw to colorful toucans and hummingbirds. Whether you're exploring the cloud forests of Monteverde, the rainforests of Corcovado, or the wetlands of Tortuguero, remarkable bird sightings await around every corner.
A self-drive vacation is the perfect way to explore Costa Rica at your own pace. With a 4x4 vehicle, you can easily journey from Arenal's volcanoes and Monteverde's cloud forests to the country's stunning Pacific and Caribbean beaches. Combining flexibility, adventure, and breathtaking scenery, a Costa Rica road trip is an unforgettable way to experience the country's natural wonders.
Small in size but big on adventure, Costa Rica offers incredible biodiversity, from lush rainforests and volcanoes to pristine beaches. Wildlife thrives here, giving travelers unforgettable opportunities to connect with nature at every turn.
Costa Rica vacation packages can be fully customized to include flights, hotels, rental cars, transfers, guided tours, and multi-region itineraries. Travelers can combine popular destinations such as Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Manuel Antonio National Park, Tortuguero, Guanacaste, the Osa Peninsula, and the Nicoya Peninsula based on their interests, budget, and trip length.
For 2027, many travelers are expanding beyond Costa Rica's classic highlights by adding lesser-visited regions, eco-lodges, boutique hotels, wellness retreats, wildlife experiences, and sustainable tourism activities. These personalized itineraries make it easy to combine volcanoes, cloud forests, rainforests, beaches, and national parks into one seamless vacation while balancing adventure, relaxation, and cultural experiences.
Costa Rica is known for its stunning array of natural landscapes, unique microclimates, and biodiversity, with beautiful beaches, dense cloud forests, blazing volcanoes, wildlife, and national parks. The country produces delicious Costa Rican coffee and chocolate. A perfect destination for surfers, nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers and home to incredibly happy residents who greet one another with ‘Pura Vida’ (pure life). A small, yet incredibly diverse nation that features four UNESCO World Heritage Sites, countless National parks, 8 biological reserves, 200 volcanic formations, and 5% of the world`s biodiversity.
San Jose City is the bustling capital city boasting spectacular museums, vibrant squares and fantastic cuisine. Arenal Volcano is one of the country`s main attractions and a stunning sight to see. Monteverde Cloud Forest is a magical natural location found in the verdant forest and a fantastic destination for nature lovers and bird watchers. The stunning sparkling coastline of Costa Rica is home to idyllic tropical beaches including the serene shores of Guanacaste Beaches and the deep blue waters of the Pacific. The mountainous heart of Costa Rica where the breathtaking Sarapiqui Rainforest brimming with flora and fauna along with the surrounding mountains provide endless outdoor activities including zip lining, tree top walks, zip lining and more.
Costa Rica is a great country to visit year-round and basically features two main seasons; Dry Season also known as High Season and Rainy Season which is also referred to as Green Season. The wettest months are from May through November and dryer months are November to April. The dry season is obviously a fantastic time to be outdoors and escape the harsh winters of the Northern hemisphere providing endless outdoor opportunities for travelers. Green Season is a wonderful time to see the country in bloom when flowers are blossoming and the forests and mountains are verdant green. The perfect season for nature lovers to explore the great outdoors and see a variety of animals and plant species.
We recommend 7-10 days based on what you want to see and do. We offer flexible vacation packages so you can select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel, and activities. We suggest a minimum of 3 nights in larger cities.
The best way for visitors to get around Costa Rica is to rent a car, this gives the opportunity to explore Arenal and the other amazing locations and countryside. Having your own vehicle allows you to go where you want, when you want and to create your own agenda with lots of freedom to explore. There are many rental car companies found at the main airports as well as in the major cities, renting a 4 wheel drive vehicle while in Costa Rica is highly recommended.
The currency of Costa Rica is the Colon. US dollars are not accepted. Please be sure to have the correct currency on hand or be prepared to exchange your dollars for colones upon arrival. Currency exchange desks can be found at the airport and many locations throughout the city. For more detailed information, consult our guide to tipping in Costa Rica
90 percent of Costa Ricans speak Spanish as their first language. English may be spoken at your hotel and in the tourist areas, but not everywhere. We suggest that you get a good English-Spanish dictionary and familiarize yourself with common phrases such as hello, goodbye, excuse me and numbers 1-10.
