connection grows through adventure
The whole family will love the unique activities and scenic beauty of Costa Rica. The kids will be telling stories for years about the time they took surf lessons, saw monkeys on a nature hike or zip-lined through the rainforest. Maybe they’ll remember the bioluminescence ocean tour they took with you or when they learned how chocolate is made. Your time together is precious, so let’s make some treasured memories.
Relax at Isla Tortuga
If you’re looking for an option with sun, catamaran rides and a great ambiance, you have to visit this natural spot.
Hiking the trails of Manuel Antonio
If hiking is your thing, Manuel Antonio National Park has 6 different options for you to enjoy one of the country’s most visited parks.
Paradise Waterfall awaits you!
Grecia conjures images of coffee production, sugarcane, its famous car sales and the temple of Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes, which is a part of the architectural heritage of the country. But the truth is Grecia has much more to offer.
15 Activities You Can Do in Sarapiquí
When we head to a destination, it’s sometimes just to participate in a particular activity or see one special attraction. But if you’re the kind of person who wants to try everything under the sun, this post is for you.
Let’s explore the Mirador de Orosi
We often think that heading out on holiday requires a lot of money, but that’s not always how it is. That’s why we wanted to show you a place where you can get out of the house without spending too much.family time made exceptional
Discover a different culture in the cities or rural areas throughout the country. While their view of the world widens, your connection as a family grows closer.
faqs and tips
Yes, a valid passport is mandatory to enter Costa Rica.
Depending on your country of origin, you may enter Costa Rica without a visa. Residents of the USA, Canada and most European countries enjoy this privilege.
Yes, the water is potable in most of the country. We would only recommend bottled water in a few rural areas. Bring your reusable water bottle to decrease your footprint while you’re here. When starting your adventure for the day, fill up your bottle before you leave because refill stations may be a long trek to locate.
The colón is Costa Rica’s currency. U.S. dollars are also widely accepted.
All major credit and debit cards are widely accepted. ATMs are located throughout the country.
Travelers from the following countries must have received a yellow fever vaccination certificate: Angola, Benin, Ghana, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, Gambia, Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Bolivia, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador and the Republic of Guyana.
Outlets in Costa Rica are 110V with standard U.S. two-prong plugs.
Dogs and cats entering the country must have a health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian. The examination for the certificate must be conducted within two weeks prior to traveling to Costa Rica. The required vaccinations (for animals 4 months of age or older) are: distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parvovirus and rabies.
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