Renting a vehicle, preferably a 4×4 SUV, gives you the ultimate freedom to explore at your own pace. You can drive to key hubs like Puerto Jiménez and then use your vehicle to access more remote areas. A 4×4 is essential, especially during the rainy season (May to November), as many roads are unpaved, prone to mud, and may have flooded sections.

This is the most common and often most efficient way to get around the Osa Peninsula, especially for visitors staying in the Drake Bay area. You can fly into a local airstrip (like Drake Bay or Puerto Jiménez) or take a private shuttle to a riverside town like Sierpe. From there, you’ll board a scenic boat taxi that takes you down the mangrove-lined river and out to the coast, dropping you off directly at your hotel or lodge.

Costa Rica is known for its stunning array of natural landscapes, unique microclimates, and biodiversity, with beautiful beaches, dense cloud forests, blazing volcanoes, wildlife, and national parks. The country produces delicious Costa Rican coffee and chocolate. A perfect destination for surfers, nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers and home to incredibly happy residents who greet one another with ‘Pura Vida’ (pure life). A small, yet incredibly diverse nation that features four UNESCO World Heritage Sites, countless National parks, 8 biological reserves, 200 volcanic formations, and 5% of the world`s biodiversity.

San Jose City is the bustling capital city boasting spectacular museums, vibrant squares and fantastic cuisine. Arenal Volcano is one of the country`s main attractions and a stunning sight to see. Monteverde Cloud Forest is a magical natural location found in the verdant forest and a fantastic destination for nature lovers and bird watchers. The stunning sparkling coastline of Costa Rica is home to idyllic tropical beaches including the serene shores of Guanacaste Beaches and the deep blue waters of the Pacific. The mountainous heart of Costa Rica where the breathtaking Sarapiqui Rainforest brimming with flora and fauna along with the surrounding mountains provide endless outdoor activities including zip lining, tree top walks, zip lining and more.

Costa Rica is a great country to visit year-round and basically features two main seasons; Dry Season also known as High Season and Rainy Season which is also referred to as Green Season. The wettest months are from May through November and dryer months are November to April. The dry season is obviously a fantastic time to be outdoors and escape the harsh winters of the Northern hemisphere providing endless outdoor opportunities for travelers. Green Season is a wonderful time to see the country in bloom when flowers are blossoming and the forests and mountains are verdant green. The perfect season for nature lovers to explore the great outdoors and see a variety of animals and plant species.

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