Introduction
This 10 Days in Costa Rica Itinerary will help you discover everything Costa Rica has to offer. From cities to... Read more
Day 1
San Jose is the capital city of Costa Rica and is also the most populated with just under 350,000 people... Read more
Day 1 - Stop 1
Coffee is one of Costa Rica's biggest exports and makes up a big part of the country's history. Finca Rosa... Read more
Day 1 - Stop 2
The La Salle Natural Science Museum is an excellent introduction to all the wildlife that is indigenous to Costa Rica.... Read more
Day 1 - Stop 3
Enjoy Costa Rican nightlife by spending your first evening tasting the local beer. San Jose Urban Adventures takes you around... Read more
Day 2
There are many fun and exciting adventures to be had just outside of San Jose. A lot of the tour... Read more
Day 2 - Stop 1
Get a birds-eye view of the rainforest canopy by ziplining above the trees. Spend 2.5 hours flying from tree to... Read more
Day 2 - Stop 2
Costa Rica has a pretty decent public transportation system, but renting a car always offers more freedom. Renting a car... Read more
Day 3
The Caribbean side of Costa Rica tends to be less touristy, has a more laid back vibe and is filled... Read more
Day 3 - Stop 1
Tortuguero National Park is only reachable by airplane or boat, but both are easy to take and run daily. This... Read more
Day 3 - Stop 2
Explore the Caribbean side from the water by kayaking! Kayaking offers a whole new perspective of this side's unique landscape.... Read more
Day 3 - Stop 3
Tortuguero Tours offers many different tour options, but the most popular is definitely the night tour to see the nesting... Read more
Day 4
The northern part of Costa Rica is home to the majestic Tenorio Volcano National Park. Northern Costa Rica is dotted... Read more
Day 4 - Stop 1
The Tenorio Volcano National Park is named after the dominating volcano, Tenorio. Tenorio Volcano is made up of 4 peaks... Read more
Day 5
Santa Elena is a small town located near the popular and inspiring Monteverde Cloud Forest. Here, you can find incredible... Read more
Day 5 - Stop 1
Horseback riding is a unique way to explore the Monteverde Cloud Forest. There are various tour options offering rides as... Read more
Day 6
One of the most popular and scenic places to visit in Costa Rica, Monteverde, is something you cannot miss! Monteverde... Read more
Day 6 - Stop 1
Take a muddy tour through the jungle on ATVs. Get messy and have fun exploring the forest quickly and efficiently.... Read more
Day 6 - Stop 2
A private nighttime tour is a once in a lifetime experience offered by local guides. Walking through the jungle after... Read more
Day 7
Playa Negra is just south of the popular tourist town - Tamarindo. It is most famous for its surfing. Playa... Read more
Day 7 - Stop 1
Playa Negra isn't just for experienced surfers. It is also a great place to learn how to surf. Snapper Surf... Read more
Day 7 - Stop 2
Tamarindo is a great place to experience the vibrant and exciting nightlife of a Costa Rican beach town. There are... Read more
Day 8
The Nicoya Peninsula is located on the Pacific side of Costa Rica and is known as a Blue Zone. Blue... Read more
Day 8 - Stop 1
Ideal for surfing and yoga, this area in the very south of the Nicoya Peninsula is a haven for quiet... Read more
Day 8 - Stop 2
Stop by the Horizon Ocean View Hotel and Yoga Center for a revitalising yoga class. The centre offers different styles... Read more
Day 9
Montezuma is a beautiful area to visit -also in the Nicoya Peninsula region - and is home to a powerful... Read more
Day 9 - Stop 1
The Montezuma Waterfall is a popular destination for tourists and locals, and it is no surprise why. It is incredibly... Read more
Day 10
Manuel Antonio is home to a stunning national park and a lively restaurant. The local beach is surrounded by a... Read more
Day 10 - Stop 1
Manuel Antonio National Park is home to cheeky and cute rainforest animals, like monkeys and sloths, but also to beautiful... Read more
Day 10 - Stop 2
El Avion is a creative and fun dining experience. This restaurant was created out of an old airplane. With a... Read more
Conclusion
Costa Rica is a fun, beautiful country and one of the best places to visit in December. It offers rest... Read more