Costa Rica
Pura vida lifestyle. Cloud forests, volcanoes, both Pacific and Caribbean coasts, and incredible wildlife. Eco-tourism leader.
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💸Estimated cost for Costa Rica
Real-time surcharge applied (flight +15% / lodging +5%)
Elevated jet fuel + weak JPY: real prices running ~+15% vs baseline
Updated: 2026-05-16
3N4D Budget
$1,317.22〜
Hostel + self-catering
3N4D Mid
$1,429.78〜
Mid hotel + dining out
3N4D Comfort
$1,683.04〜
Upscale hotel + tours
* Rough estimate: round-trip from Tokyo ¥184,000 + local costs. Actual prices vary widely by season
Local time · San José
09:43
Mon · 2026-07-06
vs your local -5h
Your time: 14:43 (Mon)
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Quick Facts
Entry & Visa
* Information for Japanese passport holders. Other nationalities may differ.
Visa-free for Japanese passport holders (up to 90 days). Onward ticket required.
Visa
Not required
Max stay
90 days
Passport
6 months
💬 Language
Spanish is official. English spoken in tourist areas, especially along Pacific coast resorts.
🚆 Transport
Domestic flights (Sansa). Rental cars essential for national parks. Public buses available but slow. Shuttle services between tourist areas.
💳 Payment
Cash important in rural areas. Cards accepted at hotels and tourist restaurants. USD widely accepted. ATMs available. Colones is local currency.
📋 Travel Basics
Tropical climate with dry and rainy seasons. Tap water safe. No army (abolished in 1948). 25% of land is protected. Sloths, toucans, and monkeys everywhere.
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Safety
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✓ Last checked: 2026-07-06Source last updated: 2026-05-19
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