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Overview
Centering yourself on a surfboard or yoga mat, descending into bat-filled caves or ascending misty volcanic peaks – relax and enjoy the ride of Costa Rica.
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Best Things to Do
From water sports and mountain hikes to rainforest wildlife watching and cloud-forest birding, these are the best things to do in Costa Rica.
Read articleBest Places to Visit
Costa Rica is one of the world's most incredible (and well-protected) destinations. These are the 8 best places to visit when you get there.
Read articleBest Time to Visit
Costa Rica has an enviable wealth of attractions, but the best time to visit depends on what you want to do when you get there.
Read articleThings to Know
Adrenaline-pumping activities, pristine beaches, dense rainforests, Costa Rica has it all. Here's what you need to know before you go.
Read articleTransportation
Find out the best way to get from A to B in Costa Rica, whether your budget and schedule stretches to bus, boat, rental car or airplane.
Read articleVisa Requirements
Costa Rica is a stunning country that's beloved by travelers. Here's everything you need to know about its entry requirements before you go.
Read articleMoney and Costs
There are plenty of ways for cost-conscious travelers to save some colones. Here are 10 top tips for traveling on a small budget in Costa Rica.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
Costa Rica is the easy way to dive into Central America with kids in tow. Here are our top family adventures, from surf beaches to volcano hikes.
Read articleBest Road Trips
From the relaxed vibe of the country's beach towns to its wildlife-filled forests, Costa Rica is an epic destination for road-tripping. Here are five we love.
Read articleGet Connected
Stay fully connected on your next trip to Costa Rica with this guide to local wi-fi networks, roaming charges, eSIMs and data.
Read articlePlan with a local



Hiking
7 of the best hikes in Costa RicaMar 26, 2025 • 9 min read
With trails through epic national parks, routes to waterfalls and volcanos, and multiday treks up mountains, here are Costa Rica's best hikes.
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