Packing Hints
Costa Rica Travel
Here is a list of items that our visitors have found helpful for travelling in Costa Rica.
Remember, experienced travelers pack light and fast drying clothing is highly recommended!
Accessories
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Personal hygiene products
- Prescription glasses/sunglasses (extra pair)
- Contact lens supplies
- Camera and extra batteries
- Binoculars
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- Water bottle
- Plastic bags
- Backpack or fanny pack
Clothing
- Undergarments (bring extra)
- Swimsuit
- At least 1 pair nylon shorts
- T-shirts
- Walking or sport shorts
- 1 pair cotton pants (for horseback riding)
- 1 pair lightweight pants (for mosquito protection)
- 1 lightweight long-sleeved shirt
- 1 windbreaker or rain jacket
- Hat
- Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots
- Long socks if you plan to wear the rubber boots provided at the lodge for guided hikes
- Sport sandals or water shoes (for white-water rafting)
