Costa Rica Travel Mistakes to Avoid

Don’t let rookie mistakes ruin your trip. Here’s what to avoid:

1. Trying to see the whole country in one trip.

2. Forgetting about rainy season.

3. Renting a car without full insurance.

4. Leaving valuables unattended at beaches.

5. Ignoring rip current warnings.

6. Paying too much for tours through middlemen.

7. Packing only flip-flops.

8. Expecting fast travel times (roads are slow!).

9. Not carrying cash (many places don’t take cards).

10. Underestimating sun exposure.

    
    
    
    

Pro Tip: Plan realistically—choose 2-3 regions and explore them fully.