Best Time to Visit Costa Rica Quick Travel Guide.pdf

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1. Best Time to Visit
Costa Rica
Best Time to Visit
Costa Rica
Month-by-Month
Costa Rica enjoys two main
seasons — the Dry Season
(Dec–Apr) and the Green
Season (May–Nov). The dry
months bring sunshine and
clear skies, perfect for beaches
and adventure. The green
season adds lush rainforests,
active wildlife, and refreshing
afternoon showers.
Pacific Coast: Hot & sunny
Caribbean Coast: Humid,
rains year-round
Highlands: Cooler and
misty
Northern Zone: Rainforest
climate
Jan–Apr
May–Jun
Jul–Aug
Sep–Oct
Nov–Dec
Dry, beaches, and festivals
Start of rains, budget travel
Mini dry spell, active wildlife
Wettest, quiet & romantic
Transition & start of dry
season
Travel Styles
Adventure Lovers:
Dec–Apr → Ziplining, rafting, hiking
Wildlife Explorers:
May–Aug → Turtle nesting, birdwatching
Budget Travelers:
May–Nov → Cheaper hotels, fewer crowds
Romantic Couples:
Nov–Mar → Sunset cruises, spa getaways
Families:
Dec–Apr → Sunny, safe beaches
Seasons & Climate
Dry Season: Guanacaste (beaches), Arenal
(volcanoes), Monteverde (cloud forest)
Green Season: Tortuguero (turtles), La
Fortuna (waterfalls), Osa Peninsula
(rainforest)
Top Destinations
Wildlife Highlights
Sea Turtles:
Jul–Oct → Tortuguero & Ostional
Whales:
Jan–Apr → Uvita
Birds:
May–Jul → Monteverde & Sarapiquí
Sloths & Monkeys:
All year → Arenal, Manuel Antonio
Beaches & Relaxation
Tamarindo:
Surf & nightlife (Dec–Apr)
Nosara:
Yoga & peace (May–Jun)
Santa Teresa:
Romantic escapes (Dry Season)
Manuel Antonio
Family-friendly & scenic (Dec–Apr)
Sustainable
Travel Tips
Travel responsibly — stay in eco-lodges, carry reusable bottles, choose guided eco-tours,
and respect local wildlife and habitats to keep Costa Rica’s “Pura Vida” spirit alive.
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