Costa Rica
Pura vida is a way of life in this small Central American republic where 28% of the land sits under protection. From cloud forests and active volcanoes to two coastlines packed with surf breaks and wildlife, Costa Rica delivers more adventure per square mile than nearly anywhere on Earth.
26 destinations
Alajuela
Alajuela Province
Arenal
Alajuela Province
Bahia Drake
Provincia de Puntarenas
Escazu
San José Province
Jaco
Puntarenas
Liberia
Guanacaste Province
Limon
Limón Province
Manuel Antonio
Puntarenas Province
Monteverde
Puntarenas
Montezuma
Puntarenas Province
Nosara
Guanacaste
Papagayo Gulf
Guanacaste
Playa Flamingo
Provincia de Guanacaste
Playa Hermosa
Guanacaste Province
Puerto Jimenez
Provincia de Puntarenas
Puerto Viejo
Limón
Puntarenas
Puntarenas Province
Samara
Guanacaste
San Jose
San José
Santa Teresa
Puntarenas Province
Sarapiqui
Heredia Province
Sierpe
Provincia de Puntarenas
Tamarindo
Guanacaste
Tambor
Puntarenas Province
Tortuguero
Limón Province
Uvita
Puntarenas Province
Guides
Where to stay
- Where to stay in Drake Bay: the town, or the boat-only coast
- Where to Stay in Jacó: The Ultimate Hotel Guide (2026)
- Where to Stay in Puerto Viejo: The Ultimate Hotel Guide (2026)
- Where to Stay in Tamarindo: The Ultimate Hotel Guide (2026)
- Where to Stay in Monteverde: The Ultimate Hotel Guide (2026)
- Where to Stay in Manuel Antonio: Best Hotels & Areas (2026)
- Where to Stay in La Fortuna: The Ultimate Hotel Guide (2026)
- Luxury Hotel Costa Rica: Nayara Gardens & The Westin Reserva Conchal
Things to do
- Things to Do in Manuel Antonio Beyond the National Park (2026)
- Costa Rica Tour Packages: Multi-Day Trips & Custom Itineraries (2026)
- Best Costa Rica Family Tours & Vacations (2026)
- Costa Rica Coffee, Chocolate & Cultural Tours (2026)
- Costa Rica Wildlife Tours: Birding, Night Walks & Nature Guides (2026)
- Best Water Tours in Costa Rica: Snorkeling, Surfing, Catamaran & More (2026)
- Costa Rica Adventure Tours: Rafting, Zip-lines, ATV & Canyoning (2026)
- Best Tours & Things to Do in Costa Rica (2026)
- Things To Do in Costa Rica: 33 Unforgettable Experiences (Markets, Beaches, Volcanoes & Wildlife)
- Hiking Trails in Costa Rica: 15 Can’t-Miss Routes + The Ultimate Coast-to-Coast Trek
- Best Places to Hike in Costa Rica: 12 Epic Trails + The Ultimate 16-Day El Camino Trek
- Costa Rica Backpacking Trip A Real Hiking and Trekking Journey
- El Camino de Costa Rica Hiking Tour: Crossing the Country on Foot
- Best Beaches in Costa Rica: The Ultimate Guide by Region & Travel Style
- Why You Should Book Costa Rica Tours Online
Getting there
- Getting Around Costa Rica: Rental Car, Shuttle, or Bus? (Honest Comparison)
- Renting a Car in Costa Rica: Honest Advice from a Local (2026)
- Costa Rica Private Shuttle Service: Door-to-Door Transfers (2026 Prices)
- How to Get Around Costa Rica in 2025: Complete Transportation Guide for Travelers
Planning
- What a Costa Rica Trip Actually Costs: The Five Decisions That Move the Number
- Costa Rica in Green Season: An Honest Local Guide (2026)
- Costa Rica Honeymoon: The Ultimate Romantic Itinerary (2026)
- 10-Day Costa Rica Itinerary: The Complete Route for First-Timers (2026)
- Is Costa Rica Safe to Travel in 2026? Honest Advice From Local Experts
- Costa Rica Honeymoon Itinerary from Canada — 10-Day Plan with Prices
- Costa Rica Packing List: What to Pack for Every Destination (2026)
- Traveling to Costa Rica in the Low Season: What to Expect
- How Much Does a Trip to Costa Rica Cost? 2026 Budget vs. Luxury Breakdown (With Real Examples)
- Best and Worst Time to Visit Costa Rica: What You Need to Know Before You Go
- 7-Day Costa Rica Itinerary: A Perfect Mix of Adventure and Nature