⌖ Central America
Costa Rica
Cloud forest, Pacific surf and extraordinary wildlife at every turn.
Why go
A closer look at Costa Rica
Costa Rica makes nature easy to love. Base a trip around two or three ecosystems and trade rushed transfers for dawn walks and unhurried wildlife watching.
December to April for drier Pacific weather; May to July for greener, quieter travel.
Wildlife, families, soft adventure
Do not miss
Three ways to feel the place
- 01
Walk a Monteverde cloud forest
- 02
Spot sloths with a naturalist
- 03
Surf the Nicoya Peninsula
Travel well
Before you go
- ✓ Use certified local nature guides
- ✓ Keep distance from wildlife
- ✓ Allow extra time for rural roads
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Plan the whole journey
Costa Rica Travel Guide
Cloud forest, Pacific surf and extraordinary wildlife at every turn.
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A balanced route connecting walk a monteverde cloud forest, spot sloths with a naturalist and time to slow down.
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