Finding your bearings
North America · 🇨🇷
Rainforest paths between two oceans.
Volcanoes, cloud forest, wildlife-rich national parks and warm-water coasts built for outdoor days.
Planning a trip to Costa Rica? Our trip planner builds a day-by-day Costa Rica route around your dates. Detailed guides to each place are on the way.
Plan this tripCapital
San José
Currency
Costa Rican colón
Languages
Spanish
Ideal trip
8–14 days
Why go
Costa Rica makes biodiversity accessible through a strong network of protected landscapes, from misty forest and volcanic country to Pacific and Caribbean shores.
Four good reasons to linger
01 · Top pick
2–3 days
02 · Don't miss
2–3 days
03 · Worth your time
1–2 days
04 · Worth the detour
1–2 days
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Plan around the calendar
Loading holiday dates
Public holidays can affect transport, opening hours and local services. Confirm regional observance before travelling.
When to go
Dec–Apr, depending on the region and kind of trip you want.
Check current weather, seasonal transport and local guidance before fixing outdoor days.
Practical compass
Getting around
Build the route region by region and check official transport advice before travel. Connections and seasonal services can change.
Where to base
Start with Arenal or Monteverde, then add one contrasting region rather than changing base every night.
Good to know
The most comfortable months are generally Dec–Apr. Always verify local conditions and entry guidance before departure.