Costa Rica Tours And Activities: Should You Book In Advance Or Wait?
We explain when and why you should (or shouldn’t) reserve Costa Rica tours and activities in advance, with recommendations month by month.
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Browse our Costa Rica blogs to learn everything you need to know about waterfalls in Costa Rica, including where to tour waterfalls in Costa Rica and why you should experience the activity.
We explain when and why you should (or shouldn’t) reserve Costa Rica tours and activities in advance, with recommendations month by month.
Curious if you need a tour guide in Costa Rica? We explore whether Costa Rica guided tours or unguided tours are better, and why.
Watch Nikki Solano cover 10 of the most sought-after Costa Rica destinations (and standout experiences at each) on Rick Steves’ Monday Night Travel Show.
Looking for the best Arenal hanging bridges? We compare and contrast the Mistico Park bridges and the Arenal Sky Walk bridges.
Our Costa Rica guidebook, Moon Costa Rica, is full of tips, recommendations, photos, maps, and itineraries. Learn more!
We compare 25 Costa Rica waterfalls according to their features, hike duration/difficulty, and location, plus we explain how to visit each!
La Fortuna Waterfall details including who should visit, hike difficulty, facility / viewpoint info, and discounts for waterfall tours!
What to know about the Llanos del Cortes Waterfall (Liberia Costa Rica) including who should and shouldn’t go, plus visit tips!
We detail the 30 most popular things to do in Costa Rica (with photos) and describe the attractions, beaches, cities, and towns that offer them!
We detail (with photos!) which destinations and beaches to pick, and things to do if you want to experience Costa Rica off the beaten path!
Have some free time to spend in Alajuela Costa Rica? Our list of the top 5 things to do in Alajuela span volcanoes, waterfalls, wildlife exhibits, and more!
Browse our photo galleries to view free Costa Rica trail maps for national parks, reserves, waterfalls, and other areas of interest!
Our free Manuel Antonio city guide covers everything we’ve learned from exploring Manuel Antonio Costa Rica for years.
Our free La Fortuna city guide covers everything we’ve learned from living in and exploring La Fortuna Costa Rica for years.
We outline things to do at the Arenal Observatory Lodge in La Fortuna Costa Rica, plus offer a free discount promotion code for the hotel too!
Want to experience Costa Rica without a guide? We outline which tours and activities do and do not allow for unguided adventures. Learn more!
Plan to travel to Costa Rica with kids? We outline the best things to do and provide child and student discounts!
September 2024 edition