Costa Rica information

Unfortunately, we don't have much English information about Costa Rica, but we have more information in other languages German, French, Italian, Spanish. Here is the automatic translation by Google:

The temperatures are roughly the same over the year. In the highlands the temperature averages around 22 degrees on the coast it goes to 30 degrees. There is a dry season in the highlands and on the Pacific side from November to April. High season is from December to March, therefore, with peaks at Christmas and Easter, on the coasts it is hot. Costa Rica's rainy season extends from May to October. Usually, it rains only in the afternoon, but then violently. During this time, it is humid, and there are fewer tourists on the road. Count on the Caribbean side it is also necessary during the dry season with rain showers. Whales in January of the Pacific coast, many birds breed in March or April, and are then easier to catch a glimpse. Orchids bloom in March, and turtles swim from July to October to lay their eggs on the beach.

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Costa Rica, officially the Republic of Costa Rica (Spanish: Costa Rica or República de Costa Rica,), is a republic in Central America, bordered by Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the east-southeast, the Pacific Ocean to the west and south, and the Caribbean Sea to the east. Costa Rica was the first country in the world to constitutionally abolish its army. (...) more....

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Passport and onward/return ticket required. (Persons under the age of 16 must use a valid passport to enter Costa Rica.) Tourist card issued upon arrival at airport upon presentation of aforementioned documents for approximately $4. U.S. citizens must have onward/return ticket. For stays over 90 days, you must apply for an extension (within the first week of visit) with Costa Rican Immigration and, after 90 days, obtain exit visa and possess a valid U.S. passport. For travel with pets and other information, contact the Consular Section of the Embassy of Costa Rica, 2112 S St. NW, Washington, DC 20008 (202/234-2945) or nearest Consulate General: CA (415/392-8488), GA (404/951-7025), FL (305/371-7485), IL (312/263-2772), LA (504/887-8131), NY (212/425-2620) or TX (713/266-1527). Internet: costarica-embassy.org. Mention tripwolf when you contact American Passport following the link below to ensure eligibility for special rates and services.

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Unfortunately, we don't have much English information about Costa Rica, but we have more information in other languages German, French, Italian, Spanish. Here is the automatic translation by Google:

Costa Rica is largely free from epidemic diseases, medical care in the capital is excellent. In case of emergency: Clinica Biblica, Av. 14 / C. Central-1, Tel 223 64 22. Vaccinations are not compulsory. A malaria and dengue fever risk in coastal areas and in areas below 600 m. People protect themselves with appropriate clothing, insect repellent and a mosquito net. The waterworks warn against drinking outside of San Jose. So: avoid ice cubes and to resort to bottled water.

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