Essential Guide to Costa Rica

Costa Rica has a lot to offer travelers, including jungles, beaches, museums, and hiking trails. With so many options, it can be hard to decide what to pack and what to leave at home.

Here’s what you should pack and leave for Costa Rica. Our experts share top clothing choices, suitcase tips, and useful travel advice.

Best clothing for Women

• SANTINY Women's Joggers Pants

• Columbia Women's Benton Springs Full Zip

• Blooming Jelly Womens Bathing Suit Cover Ups

Best clothing for Men

• Gradual Men's Sweatpants with Zipper Pockets Athletic Pants

• Columbia Steens Mountain Full-Zip

• ELETOP Men's Swim Trunks

Best shoes for Women

• Adidas Women's Cloudfoam Pure Sportswear Sneaker

• KEEN Women’s Circadia Vent Hiking Boots

• OLUKAI Ho'opio Women's Beach Sandals

• DLGJPA Women's Lightweight Quick Drying Shoes

Best shoes for Men

• adidas Men's X_PLR Path Sneaker

• KEEN Men's Targhee 3 Low Height Waterproof Hiking Shoe

• OLUKAI Ohana Men's Beach Sandals

• DLGJPA Men's Lightweight Quick Drying Aqua Water Shoes

Luggages

• Samsonite Freeform 21-Inch Hardside Carry-On Luggage

• SwissGear Sion Softside Expandable Luggage 25-Inch

Gear

• Natrapel Tick & Insect Repellent Eco-Spray

• Weatherman Umbrella - Premium Collapsible Small Travel Umbrella Compact

• LHKNL Headlamp Flashlight

Samsonite Freeform 21-Inch Hardside Carry-On Luggage

The Perfect Size: This 21.25" x 15.25" x 10.0" hardshell carry-on luggage has a tough, scratch-resistant surface and meets most airlines' cabin size limits.

Stay Organized: The interior measures 19.5" x 14.5" x 10.0", providing plenty of space. Elastic straps, a divider, and a pouch keep your items secure.

Effortless Travel: Travel smoothly with our lightweight 6.5 lbs carry-on, featuring four large spinner wheels for easy movement in any direction.

KEEN Women’s Circadia Vent Hiking Boots

VENTED: Mesh has vents to keep your feet cool during long walks.
FIT MATTERS: KEEN Original Fit allows toes to spread and has a secure heel lock.
TRACTION: Rubber sole provides good grip on different trails.
COMFORT: KEEN LuftCore technology includes a lightweight, air-filled core in soft foam for all-day comfort; design includes a notch for Achilles comfort.