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<p>The natural world puts on a dramatic display in Costa Rica. Lush rainforests that are home to endless species reach all the way to the white sand beaches of the Caribbean while adventure and relaxation combine to create an unforgettable journey. Design your perfect tropical getaway through Zicasso’s Costa Rica trip planner. Get inspired and start planning your trip with an expert today.</p>

The natural world puts on a dramatic display in Costa Rica. Lush rainforests that...

The natural world puts on a dramatic display in Costa Rica. Lush rainforests that are home to endless species reach all the way to the white sand beaches of the Caribbean while adventure and relaxation combine to create an unforgettable journey. Design your perfect tropical getaway through Zicasso’s Costa Rica trip planner. Get inspired and start planning your trip with an expert today.

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Enjoy the beauty of the waterfalls in the middle of the emerald rainforest, Costa Rica

Best of Costa Rica Tour

Places Visited: San Jose, Tiskita Private Reserve +2 more
Places Visited: San Jose, Tiskita Private Reserve, Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest 

9 Day Custom Tour

From $2,101

Walk the volcanic peaks and watch the steam rise right out of the crater at Poas volcano, Costa Rica

Adventures in Costa Rica Vacation: Live Volcano, Zip Line & Rafting Tour

Places Visited: San Jose, Manuel Antonio +1 more
Places Visited: San Jose, Manuel Antonio, Pacuare River 

8 Day Custom Tour

From $1,867

Costa Rican life is vibrant, wild and blissfully colorful, like the feathers of this scarlet macaw

Natural Wonders of Costa Rica Vacation: Exotic Wildlife & Pristine Nature

Places Visited: Tortuguero, Arenal Volcano National Park +4 more
Places Visited: Tortuguero, Arenal Volcano National Park, Quepos,  Manuel Antonio National Park, San Jose +1 more

10 Day Custom Tour

From $2,335

Family of capuchin monkeys in a tree

Costa Rica Family Friendly Vacation: Jungle, Wildlife & Beach

Places Visited: Osa Peninsula, Puerto Jimenez +3 more
Places Visited: Osa Peninsula, Puerto Jimenez, Corcovado, Uvita, Manuel Antonio 

7 Day Custom Tour

From $1,633

Couple on the beach in the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica

A Perfect Romantic Getaway to Costa Rica

Places Visited: San Jose 
Places Visited: San Jose 

8 Day Custom Tour

From $1,867

Natural thermal mineral springs at Tabacon Resort and Spa in Costa Rica

Best of Costa Rica Vacation: Relaxation & Adventure

Places Visited: Arenal, La Fortuna +5 more
Places Visited: Arenal, La Fortuna, San Jose, Monteverde, Cloud Forest Reserve +2 more

7 Day Custom Tour

From $1,633

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Whether you’re after wildlife excursions in the jungle or surfing in the Pacific, Costa Rica promises limitless adventure and charm.

The country is a peaceful collaboration of culture and nature, be it ziplining over a forest canopy or lounging on pristine beaches.

The following information can help guide you in choosing the right trip, while offering insight into the most frequently asked questions about a vacation in Costa Rica.

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Best Time to Visit Costa Rica
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The best time to visit Costa Rica is from December to May, giving you a broad window to plan your vacation around top experiences or your travel preferences.

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Whether in the heat of the dry season or cooling rains of the wet season, use the information in the following guide to uncover Costa Rica’s seasonal personalities.

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A destination as iconic as Costa Rica, from its luscious rainforests to aromatic coffee, is best explored when you are prepared with the best information.

Peruse the Costa Rica Travel Guide for everything from top experiences to transportation considerations.

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Costa Rica’s natural beauty influences its endless activities and enriching adventures, and our list of the top eight things to do there demonstrates the various ways you can embrace the country’s immersive splendor.

Whether walking on a trail, visiting a museum, or kayaking on the open Pacific, every activity feels like a grand adventure, enhanced by the seductive and surprising untamed nature that surrounds you.

Use the following information as a guide to learn more about Costa Rica’s essential things to do.

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When discovering the seven best places to visit in Costa Rica, its name, “Rich Coast”, quickly becomes obvious in its gorgeous Pacific and Caribbean coastlines, and enchanting landscapes shaped by numerous active volcanoes.

Within eco-friendly foundations, Costa Rica offers you warm culture and rich wildlife in rainforests and on idyllic beaches.

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