Nature has blessed Costa Rica with beautiful beaches, lush jungles teeming with exotic fauna, misty volcanoes, and roaring rivers. Here, you will find a different energy, and a different way of life that you won’t find in any other Latin American country. Life in Costa Rica is more relaxed. ‘Pura Vida’, they call it, or ‘pure life'.
And if you are on a quest for Pura Vida, our tours to Costa Rica will lead you there. In Costa Rica, you can choose to get lost in the cultural hub of San Jose, go spot toucans, jaguars, and many other bird and animal species in Monteverde, or zip-line the canopy of the cloud forest. Perhaps, you will enjoy La Fortuna’s natural hot springs, sunbathe on the pristine beaches of Santa Teresa, trek the steep slopes of Arenal Volcano, or surround yourselves with graceful butterflies at La Paz Waterfall Gardens. Why not go spot sloths live their best lives in Manuel Antonia National Park and bathe in the emerald waters of Guanacaste instead, or ride in the back of a pickup truck to the small town of Brujo or Puerto Viejo and enjoy tasty traditional Tico cooking?
If you are looking for the best places to visit in Costa Rica or the top things to do, we have got you covered.
First-time vacationers and planning a trip to Costa Rica? Do not despair. We have addressed some of the most common and frequently asked queries about Costa Rica tours. Get started by learning how many days to spend in Costa Rica and the best time to visit Costa Rica. If you want to find out what is the best month to visit Costa Rica, we recommend that you visit Costa Rica in December. Traveling to Costa Rica in November is also not a bad idea, if you do not mind getting a little wet, that is.
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Quick facts about Costa Rica.
San Jose is the capital and the largest city of Costa Rica. Located in the Central Valley, the city serves as the focal point for all national political and economic activity. Founded in the first half of the 18th century, the city has multiple five-star hotels, world-class museums, theaters, and landmarks.
Costa Rica is the third-smallest country in Central America with a land area of 51,179 km2. One can traverse it with ease through the excellent and low-priced public bus system. Domestic flights are one of the quickest ways to travel around the country.
You can make international calls to Costa Rica using the country code 506 of that nation. An area code comes after the international calling prefix of 506.
The Costa Rican Colon (international code – CRC, symbol - ₡) is the official currency of Costa Rica. Major credit cards and US dollars are widely accepted at ATMs in the main towns. Though US dollars can be easily exchanged in banks and many hotels, exchanging other currencies might be quite difficult.
The Juan Santamaria International Airport is the primary international airport serving San Jose, Costa Rica. It is situated in the city of Alajuela, 20 kilometers west of downtown San Jose. COD: SJO. Closest City: San Jose.
US nationals and citizens of member countries of the European Union do not require an entry visa to Costa Rica and can stay for 90 days. However, they need to have a valid passport and an exit ticket. People from some other visa-exempt countries are only allowed to stay for 30 days. We recommend checking your country’s travel advisories before planning a trip to Costa Rica.
The official language of Costa Rica is Spanish, which has a unique national accent and unusual usages. Other languages spoken here include English, some Indian languages, and Creole. Although English is frequently heard in tourist hotspots, official business and the majority of the media are only published in Spanish. To be able to get around comfortably, start by learning "Abrazo" before moving on to a few other words and expressions like "por favor."
Dial 911 for all types of emergencies, including medical situations, police, and fire. You can also dial 128 and 118 for ambulance service and fire department respectively.
Costa Rica has been proudly claiming that it has no military since 1948, when it was disbanded after winning the civil war. Nicoya, on Costa Rica's western coast, is also one of the top 5 Blue Zones in the world. Here, people live active lives on average past the age of 100.
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In line with Bookmundi’s vision, we wish to provide our travelers with a sustainable travel experience through Costa Rica. As part of this effort, we carbon offset any Costa Rica tour that you purchase through us. You can read more details about our carbon offsetting efforts here.
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