North & Central America
Costa Rica
Rainforests, volcanoes, sloths and two oceans. Say pura vida, slow down, and enjoy!
- Local time
- 05:46
- Currency
- CRC
- Calling code
- +506
- Capital
- San José
- Languages spoken
- Spanish
Eco-friendly travel
- Bring a refillable bottle.
- Book national park tickets online (SINAC): visitor numbers are limited.
- Never feed monkeys, coatis or any wild animal.
- Choose turtle-watching tours with certified guides, without lights or flash.
- Stay on trails: the rainforest is fragile.
- Choose eco-certified hotels (CST certification).
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