Moon Best of Costa Rica: Make the Most of 5-7 Days (Travel Guide)

From waterfalls and cloud forests to white sand beaches, a week of pura vida awaits with Moon Best of Costa Rica.

Inside you’ll find:
• Flexible, strateg iictineraries: Choose the best home base for you with regional five-day itinerary options or combine shorter side trips for a week of exploring
• The top adventures: Discover the best wildlife and marine life experiences, waterfalls, beaches, rainforests and cloud forests, ziplines, surf spots, and more
• Authentic can’t-miss experiences: Swim under a waterfall, raft over rapids, and explore mysterious caves. Admire the forest floor from the middle of a hanging bridge, take an aerial tram with incredible views, or snorkel with sea turtles in warm turquoise water. Relax on a pristine beach, soak in a volcanic mineral pool, and watch the sunrise with a cup of flavorful local coffee
• Insight from Cartago local Nikki Solano on how to experience Costa Rica like an insider, support local and sustainable businesses, avoid crowds, and respectfully engage with the culture
• Helpful charts with travel times from San Jose or Liberia international airports
• Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout
• Background information on Costa Rica's wildlife, landscape, history, and cultural customs, plus travel essentials like a packing list and health and safety information

With Moon's selective coverage and strategic tips, you can experience the best of Costa Rica.

Planning to stay more than a week? Check out Moon Costa Rica.