Whether or not you bring your dog along to Costa Rica on vacation is not so much a question of “can you?” but a question of “should you?” You need to make sure your dog is a good traveler, comfortable with strangers, at ease in new places, able to deal with heat, and healthy enough to handle the adventure.

Close to 26 percent of Costa Rica’s territory is protected under the National Conservation Areas System (SINAC). From cold alpine climates to hot and humid tropical rainforest, from rare dry tropical forest to coral reefs and marine parks, from remote and wild areas to the national parks that can be seen an hour away from downtown San Jose – all encompass the wonders of nature available to see and experience in Costa Rica’s national park system.

With more than 800 miles (1,290 km) of coastline along two oceans – the Pacific and the Caribbean – warm tropical water and great waves, surfing in Costa Rica is some of the best in the world.

Be in charge of your own adventure while traveling in Costa Rica. Self-drive holidays in Costa Rica give you the most freedom and flexibility to go where you want, when you want during your vacation.

Known as a surfing and yoga hot spot, it’s easy to see why the beautiful beaches of Nosara, Costa Rica are touted as one of the best places in the world to visit … and the healthiest!

Costa Rica is the hub spot for birds, whales, dolphins and many more. Our wetlands, warm waters and rich biodiversity are the perfect place for many animals to stop for a bit, relax, eat, sometimes nest and continue their journey.