Destinations

Every place on the map has a written guide.

Updated: November 5, 2026. Schedules, prices and conditions change; always confirm on the booking page.

Forested peninsula and bay from above · Photo: Original image

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Forest bird on a mossy branch with a volcano behind it · Photo: Original image

Destination

La Fortuna & Arenal

La Fortuna is the town base for Arenal Volcano, hanging bridges, hot springs and day trips to Río Celeste.

Quetzal on a mossy branch in cloud forest · Photo: Original image

Destination

Monteverde

Monteverde is a cloud-forest base for hanging bridges, night walks and birding, reached on mountain roads.

Palm-shaded beach with rocky headland · Photo: Original image

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Guanacaste Coast

Tamarindo and Playas del Coco are the main beach bases near Liberia airport, with boat tours boarding from the

Curved bay and beach with forested hills behind · Photo: Original image

Destination

Jacó & Central Pacific

Jacó is the closest beach town to San José, with Los Sueños Marina and Carara National Park nearby.

Rock arch and surf on a rocky coastline at sunrise · Photo: Original image

Destination

Manuel Antonio & Quepos

Manuel Antonio National Park sits at the end of the hill road from Quepos; Marina Pez Vela is the boat departu

Whale tail rising above the sea · Photo: Original image

Destination

Uvita & South Pacific

Uvita is the base for Marino Ballena National Park, whale watching in season and boat trips to Caño Island.

Turquoise water and palm-lined beach from above · Photo: Original image

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Puerto Viejo & the Caribbean

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is a relaxed Caribbean base with Cahuita National Park and chocolate farms nearby.

Red-roofed houses on a hillside with mountains behind · Photo: Original image

Destination

San José & Central Valley

San José is the arrival hub near SJO airport, with walking tours, food markets and volcano day trips.