{"id":196,"date":"2019-01-03T19:39:37","date_gmt":"2019-01-03T19:39:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/routeprints.wpengine.com\/?p=196"},"modified":"2020-01-03T12:29:10","modified_gmt":"2020-01-03T12:29:10","slug":"packing-list-for-costa-rica","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/packing-list-for-costa-rica\/","title":{"rendered":"Packing List For Costa Rica"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Costa Rica is the home country of lush green rainforest, located in Central America. Costa Rica\u2019s capital, San Jose, is known for cultural institutions like the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum. <g class=\"gr_ gr_54 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_disable_anim_appear ContextualSpelling ins-del\" id=\"54\" data-gr-id=\"54\">Over all<\/g> Costa Rica is known for its biodiversity and beaches. It has a wide variety of rich flora and fauna as the country consists of protected forests. Fun Fact- Costa Rica is made of twelve life zones and all of them have their own peculiar weather. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/routeprints.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Costa-Rica-@hennnatravels-1024x767.jpg\" alt=\"Costa Rica\" class=\"wp-image-198\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">This Blog Includes<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662cd184c5f73\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662cd184c5f73\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/packing-list-for-costa-rica\/#Update_Your_Old_Packing_List_For_Costa_Rica\" title=\"Update Your Old Packing List For Costa Rica\">Update Your Old Packing List For Costa Rica<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/packing-list-for-costa-rica\/#Clothes\" title=\"Clothes\">Clothes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/packing-list-for-costa-rica\/#Shoes\" title=\"Shoes \">Shoes <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/packing-list-for-costa-rica\/#Toiletries\" title=\"Toiletries \">Toiletries <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/packing-list-for-costa-rica\/#Medicines\" title=\" Medicines\"> Medicines<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/packing-list-for-costa-rica\/#Mosquito_Repellent\" title=\"Mosquito Repellent\">Mosquito Repellent<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/packing-list-for-costa-rica\/#Other_Extras_yet_not-so_Extra\" title=\"Other Extras yet not-so Extra \">Other Extras yet not-so Extra <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/packing-list-for-costa-rica\/#Tourist_Attraction\" title=\"Tourist Attraction\">Tourist Attraction<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Update_Your_Old_Packing_List_For_Costa_Rica\"><\/span>Update Your Old Packing List For Costa Rica<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It goes without saying that if you are here, you must have already set your itinerary in place for visiting Costa Rica. So now read further, as we detangle your packing list for Costa Rica, knot by knot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Clothes\"><\/span><strong>Clothes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your mantra for shortlisting your clothes for this trip should be,\u2019 KEEP IT CASUAL.\u2019 Costa Rica is known to be a casual country <g class=\"gr_ gr_67 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Grammar only-ins replaceWithoutSep\" id=\"67\" data-gr-id=\"67\">except for<\/g> a few areas like the San Jose metro area and a few. Imbibe and channelize your inner casual self by carrying comfortable clothes like linen tops, casual t-shirts, <g class=\"gr_ gr_68 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Punctuation only-ins replaceWithoutSep\" id=\"68\" data-gr-id=\"68\">and<\/g> shorts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For occasional fancy outings, a simple dress or two or a shirt will do the trick for you. &nbsp;To visit places like a museum day at San Jose, pack something nicer and little dressier. Also, Carry a light-weight cardigan or jacket for colder evenings and mornings. You can use <a href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/delsey-luggage-review\/\">Delsey L<\/a><g class=\"gr_ gr_541 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"541\" data-gr-id=\"541\"><a href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/delsey-luggage-review\/\">uggage<\/a><\/g><a href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/delsey-luggage-review\/\"> bags for a better travel experience<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shoes\"><\/span><strong>Shoes <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Then again, flip flops will suffice for the most part of the country except the city. Close-toe, flats, and sandals will do the trick. Carry hiking\/trekking shoes and boots according to your planned activities. &nbsp;Hiking sandals are best as they are quick-drying and comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Toiletries\"><\/span><strong>Toiletries <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep intact all your basic toiletries like shampoo, body lotion, <span style=\"background-color: rgba(136, 136, 136, 0.2);\">face<\/span><g class=\"gr_ gr_6 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del\" id=\"6\" data-gr-id=\"6\"> wash<\/g>, toothpaste, toothbrush, <g class=\"gr_ gr_9 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Punctuation only-ins replaceWithoutSep\" id=\"9\" data-gr-id=\"9\">and<\/g> floss. Keep other toiletries like your tampons etc handy as their availability over there could be a problem at local shops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Medicines\"><\/span> <strong>Medicines<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are taking any specific medicines make it a point to carry it along or make sure you find the Spanish name for it. Additionally, make it a habit to carry a first aid medical kit with yourself all the time you travel, in order to make sure that you are secure and hands-on for every situation coming your way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mosquito_Repellent\"><\/span><strong>Mosquito Repellent<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mosquito repellents are a holy grail to your bag pack as adventure activities like hiking and trekking naturally require protection. One can also carry mosquito coils as they are readily available and protect yourself from catching <g class=\"gr_ gr_14 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Grammar multiReplace\" id=\"14\" data-gr-id=\"14\">a flu<\/g> or virus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Extras_yet_not-so_Extra\"><\/span><strong>Other Extras yet not-so Extra <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022Carry a back-up of all your batteries and a power adapter.<br>\u2022Waterproof zip-lock bags and phone case to protect your important stuff while you are on the go.<br>\u2022Keep a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.spanishdict.com\/translation\">Spanish translator<\/a> app handy and also your travel guides and map should shadow you all the time.<br>\u2022Flashlights that are compact can be Instrumental while you are hiking your way through the hills.<br>\u2022Camera is obviously a must-have while face wash. How else would you turn back to all the amazing times that you have <g class=\"gr_ gr_12 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_disable_anim_appear Punctuation multiReplace\" id=\"12\" data-gr-id=\"12\">spent.<\/g> <br>\u2022Also, don\u2019t forget the 3 S\u2019s which are Sarong, Sun hats <g class=\"gr_ gr_11 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_disable_anim_appear Punctuation only-ins replaceWithoutSep\" id=\"11\" data-gr-id=\"11\">and<\/g> sunglasses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tourist_Attraction\"><\/span><strong>Tourist A<g class=\"gr_ gr_5 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"5\" data-gr-id=\"5\">ttraction<\/g><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now while you <g class=\"gr_ gr_6 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Grammar only-ins replaceWithoutSep\" id=\"6\" data-gr-id=\"6\">have<\/g> strike down all the packing essentials, revisit your itinerary and make sure you have all these places listed down. Po\u00e1s Volcano National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, Video Arenal National Park, La Fortuna Waterfall, Celeste River, Manuel Antonio National Park, Tamarindo Beach, Papagayo Peninsula, Monteverde Cloud Forest etc are just amongst a few great places that you will witness in the beautiful country.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Costa Rica is the home country of lush green rainforest, located in Central America. 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