Our country has only two seasons: During summer time, the temperatures reach 34°C in the lowlands such as beaches, plains and will get 32°C in Capital City of San José and its suburbs. At this time of the year, December, January, February, March, April and part of May we recommend you to bring light clothes, sun screen, photo camera, etc. This season is well marked for the influence of tourists from all over the world, were the culture mix becomes a daily topic. .

For the next 9 months, it is mostly rainy season, but this do not means that is better traveling during summer time, in fact; all the country becomes green, the mountains color a life showered by the rain, sunsets are a picturesque colorful games and the beaches are still as sunny and warm as in the last months. It is a good idea to bring light jackets cause the temperatures never get lowest in comparing to summer. Even thought, there are places where a sweater is welcome, like when visiting The Poas or Irazu Volcanoes because of their location is in the highest mountains of the territory and cold winds give you chilly feeling.

Every landscape, mountain, beach or forest has its own life cycle. It is why, no matter what time of the year you are planning to travel; we can guarantee you an exiting trip full of adventure, tranquility and most of all; a culture working in the nature conservancy.

Arriving to the airport:

Since the first time you land at The Juan Santamaria Airport, you will find a kind and friendly welcome. At the international exit there are taxi drivers (non officials are called Piratas) which will offer you not only transportation but all the imaginable services in Costa Rica.. You must be careful with "Piratas" (pirates) and try to book your transportation before getting to the country. All Costa Rica Destinations offers free transfer to your choice of any hotel.

If you plan to rent a car:

Road system is not in good condition, specially before summer season because all the rain destroys most of the secondary roads in rural areas out of San Jose. At summer it is not necessary to have a 4WD to battle with mud but you must be aware that this type of vehicles are higher and powerful than regular cars.

Most of the roads have pathholes problems, even in the main cities, that is why a 4WD is a vehicle that gives you more stability and capacity to stand rude road conditions. Mostly, all car rental companies offer vehicles in all range of cars and rates, which makes a very wide offer . If you are being a week in Costa Rica count on what type of vehicles and insurance are included.