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Learn more about what to expect on this holiday to Costa Rica including when to go, how to get there and how comfortable you can expect to be.

When should I go?
Costa Rica has two seasons: rainy and dry. The rainy season is at its heaviest between July and October.

The general rule is the further north you are, the drier it will be. So, if you plan to travel on the cusp of the seasons you can expect the best weather in the northwest and on the north Pacific coast.

The rainy season is a good time to travel to avoid the crowds. Rains usually last only a couple of hours and do not cause any problems for visitors.

The rainy season is heaviest in September and October.
You can expect some showers throughout the year in the rainforest at Tortuguero.

The cloudforest region of Monteverde is at altitude, so can feel chilly throughout the year, especially at night.
Costa Rica is a tropical country, so with the exception of the cloudforest temperatures range from 25C – 35C all year round.

How active?
The optional rafting at Sarapiqui is grade II-III which is energetic and fun.

You can choose from a variety of excursions from the very active (surfing, horse riding, mountain biking, hiking) to the less active – wildlife walks, scenic drives and of course, just relaxing on a beach.

Since you have your own car for most of this holiday, you can set your own pace.

How comfortable?
A selection of family-friendly, comfortable three star hotels throughout, selected for their practical locations and high quality of service.

How independent?
Guided whilst in Tortuguero but otherwise you are free to explore at your own pace.

As well as back up on the ground if you need it, we provide maps and local information to help you make the most of your time.

How responsible?
We are passionate about the places we visit. Together with our partners on the ground we support a series of projects that aim to preserve the cultural integrity of native communities and minimize the impact of tourism on fragile local ecosystems.

Your holiday with us will directly benefit these causes:

• The Neotropica Foundation works with communities and schools to improve environmental education, helping local people to live in a more sustainable way.

• For the last forty years the Caribbean Conservation Corporation has been monitoring the arrival sea turtles in Tortuguero, gathering information on their migratory and reproductive habits. This information is proving vital in the struggle to protect these creatures and their habitat.

• Paniamor Foundation is a private non-profit, non-partisan, organization created in 1987 and works to protect the social interests of vulnerable and disadvantaged Costa Ricans.

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