From lush rainforests and volcanoes to surf towns and secluded jungle beaches. In this 3-week Costa Rica itinerary you’ll get the best of the “Pura Vida” lifestyle. This travel route will take you to rainforest, nature reserves filled with wildlife, amazing surf spots, and the best hidden waterfalls. You can adjust it to your needs! […]
Dominical isn’t your polished resort town—it’s a laid-back, salt-stained surfer’s haven on Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coast. With unpaved roads, a wide beach, and some of the most consistent waves in the country, this little town is where time slows down and the ocean takes center stage. Whether you’re here to chase waves or just […]
Quebrada Gata is in my opinion the most impressive waterfall in Costa Rica! It’s relatively unknown, untouched and while the trail isn’t dangerous, it’s not easy to get to. The waterfall was recommended to me a by a local and with their description and coordinates me and my friends managed to find it! There is […]
Uvita is a little town on the pacific coast of Costa Rica. Among the best things to do in Uvita is a visit the beautiful waterfalls, the famous national park, go surfing, horse riding or whale spotting. The town itself feels a bit scattered and is not that great for walking around, but there’s a lot to […]
One of the most beautiful destinations in Costa Rica is without a doubt, Corcovado. It’s located on the pacific coast, all the way South I Costa Rica and people travel here to see the incredible wildlife living in the area. Corcovado is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. Because of its remote […]
Tortuguero national park is a secluded nature reserve on the Caribbean coast full of incredible wildlife and famous for its turtles. The park is completely surrounded by water and has an incredible rainforest. Although there are beaches all around, this is not your typical beach resort. There is no swimming because of the strong currents. […]
Budgeting is one of the less fun aspects of traveling. It is however a necessary part of the process. Let me tell you about my 7 week Central America Budget. Although I always travel on a budget, this particular trip we could have spend a lot less. I think some of the activities we did were […]
Stunning rainforest, wildlife, zip-lines, good food. There is plenty to do in Monteverde, Costa Rica. Monteverde is a nature lover’s paradise where the lush cloud forests, abundant wildlife, and serene landscapes seem almost otherworldly. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie looking to zip-line through the treetops or a nature enthusiast eager to spot the elusive quetzal, […]
If you’ve done any research for your trip to Costa Rica, you are probably planning on skipping San José. Every single blog will tell you to get out of the city as soon as possible. I’ll tell you why it is worth spending a day there. Due to some unfortunate planning we were forced to […]