Costa Rica Packing List: Complete Guide for First Timers

So, your itinerary is finalized, your flights are booked, your hotel reservations are made, and you’ve picked out which tours you plan to do. Now comes the question, what do I pack?!

Many trips to Costa Rica include some beach time, a few adventure activities such as ziplining and hiking, plus dinners in the evenings. Even in the dry season, there’s the chance you’ll get caught in a rain shower or two. Plus, you’ll need sunblock, sunscreen, your passport, and some sort of camera, to capture all of the fun you are having (and those cute sloths in the trees).

Coming up with a packing list may seem like a daunting task.

Continue reading to see Earth Trekkers' packing list for Costa Rica, written by Julie.

Earth Trekkers: Costa Rica Packing List: Complete Guide for First Timers

Costa Rica Packing List: Complete Guide for First Timers

So, your itinerary is finalized, your flights are booked, your hotel reservations are made, and you’ve picked out which tours you plan to do. Now comes the question, what do I pack?!

Many trips to Costa Rica include some beach time, a few adventure activities such as ziplining and hiking, plus dinners in the evenings. Even in the dry season, there’s the chance you’ll get caught in a rain shower or two. Plus, you’ll need sunblock, sunscreen, your passport, and some sort of camera, to capture all of the fun you are having (and those cute sloths in the trees).

Coming up with a packing list may seem like a daunting task.

Continue reading to see Earth Trekkers' packing list for Costa Rica, written by Julie.

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Hi there! I’m Julie, the main author and photographer of EarthTrekkers.com.
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Earth Trekkers: Costa Rica Packing List: Complete Guide for First Timers

Costa Rica Packing List: Complete Guide for First Timers

So, your itinerary is finalized, your flights are booked, your hotel reservations are made, and you’ve picked out which tours you plan to do. Now comes the question, what do I pack?!

Many trips to Costa Rica include some beach time, a few adventure activities such as ziplining and hiking, plus dinners in the evenings. Even in the dry season, there’s the chance you’ll get caught in a rain shower or two. Plus, you’ll need sunblock, sunscreen, your passport, and some sort of camera, to capture all of the fun you are having (and those cute sloths in the trees).

Coming up with a packing list may seem like a daunting task.

Continue reading to see Earth Trekkers' packing list for Costa Rica, written by Julie.

Mwandishi wa Blogu ya Picha
Author
Julie
Hi there! I’m Julie, the main author and photographer of EarthTrekkers.com.
Majina ya Vyombo vya Habari
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