Costa Rica packs more biodiversity into its cloud forests, volcanoes, and coastlines than almost anywhere on earth. From misty ridgelines above Monteverde to the surf-worn sands of the Nicoya Peninsula, this is the birthplace of pura vida — a country that turned conservation into a way of life.
Regions to explore
Arenal & La Fortuna
Hot springs and hanging bridges beneath a near-perfect volcanic cone.
Monteverde
Cloud forest canopy walks wrapped in perpetual mist and birdsong.
Manuel Antonio
Rainforest tumbling straight onto white-sand Pacific beaches.
Osa Peninsula
The wildest corner of the country, home to Corcovado National Park.
Available Tours
From $3,980
From $3,450
Best Time to Visit
December
Dry season begins, clear skies
January
Sunny days, prime wildlife viewing
February
Warm and dry across both coasts
July
Green-season lull with fewer crowds
Quick Facts
- Currency
- Costa Rican colón (CRC); USD widely accepted
- Language
- Spanish
- Time Zone
- Central Standard Time (UTC-6)
- Visa
- Visa-free stays up to 90 days for most nationalities
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