Costa Rica is famous for its abundant wildlife, beaches, and volcanoes. This tropical country is washed by the Pacific and the Atlantic oceans. The best time to visit Costa Rica is during the dry season from November to April. Early November is the time for Dia de Los Muertos celebration and La Ruta de Los Conquistadores, a challenging mountain bike race. The dry season promises prime surfing conditions on the Caribbean coast and good weather for trekking to Poas and Irazu volcanoes. Don't miss out on the "Festival of the Diablitos" in late December, which celebrates the victory of Boruca tribe over Spanish colonisers. The period from May to October brings so-called 'green season' with afternoon rain downpours and lower rates. In July and August the clouds get thinner, whales cross the Pacific waters on their way from Antarctica, and surfing conditions on the Pacific coast are just right.
Arenal may be the most visited volcano, but Poas is definitely the most spectacular!
Used to be called "precious" by Aztecs, resplendent quetzal is considered to be the most beautiful bird on Earth
Coasta Rica is one of the greatest places to watch wales
Costa Rica is full of spots to watch turtles during their nesting period
Watching turtles is one of the best activities in Costa Rica, especially the largest species
Cashew nut is topped by paprika-like pseudo fruit and has to be roasted before consumption
The highest active volcano in Costa Rica
A huge tree that gives plenty of shade and healthy fruits once in six years
Lake Arenal and Bahia Salinas offer the best winds in Costa Rica
Experience "the Crossroads of the World" connecting the Pacific and Atlantic
There are few people who do not like mango, especially in Costa Rica—the mango kingdom
Prime time for anglers to experience tropical water fishing
In Costa Rica you will find some of the best waves on the planet
What can be more bizarre than the ancient traditions? Only the ancient traditional cuisine choices
Sweet and healthy orange-sized fruit
One of the largest fruits in Costa Rica
The origin of Costa Rican Las Bolas still remain a mystery
With a thin gray rind and oval in shape, this most-liked fruit is larger than a baseball!
Taking place in the port city of Limon, the carnival celebrates nice weather and joy of life
One of the most difficult mountain bike races in the world
One of the biggest festivals in Costa Rica, it includes two weeks of endless fun
Arenal is Costa Rica's most well-known volcano
The Jaco Extreme Challenge is a run of 10k through the tough area
Arribada nesting strategy is fun to watch!
An annual gathering to promote sustainable development and raise the sense of community
Costa Rica offers some of the best coffee beans in the world
The festival with lots of dancing and music that also honours the Black Christ of Esquipulas
Discover why Costa Rica is a prime rafting destination
A rodeo-like event full of adrenaline and danger
One of the most authentic festivals, it's dedicated to the victory of Boruca tribe over Spanish invadors
On this day fishing boats and yachts are decorated colourfully in Puntarenas
The biggest horse parade in the country takes place San José with fun activities and traditional attractions
The week before Easter is of a huge importance and has plenty of interesting traditions to observe in Costa Rica
A week of bullfighting, carnival rides, entertainment, and fair food
These turtles have a peculiar pattern and beak, and are critically endangered
Plenty of birds all year round could be watched in Costa Rica, however, bird migrations are the real highlight
Run up the country's highest peak at the annual International Chirripó Race in San Gerardo
Festival Nacional de las Mulas is now one of the biggest in Costa Rica
One of the most famous and beautiful species that is also regarded endangered
This fruit growing on a cactus can be found on trees or rocky terrains
Famous for its surf breaks and beaches, Costa Rica is a perfect New Year's Eve tropical getaway
Colorful holiday commemorates the deceased
An evergreen tree that can grow up to 25 meters gives a large and round fruit
The symbol of Costa Rica, this flower is famous for its beauty and colorful charm. Orchid is the country's pride
Also known as Spanish lime, this round fruit is good for juice and a healthy snack.
An authentic Helloween tradition of Costa Rica
Similar to orange, but smaller, very juicy and sweet
The celebration of Guanacaste’s annexation to Costa Rica
Sweet fruit is healthy and gives tasty juice
Similar to melon, this fruit has hard beige skin, and sweet yellowish flesh
The large fruit with sweet taste
Widely celebrated, the Independence Day is a central national holiday