Peru & Machu Picchu Brazil
Ecuador & Galapagos Antarctica
Argentina Costa Rica
Chile & Easter Island Combined Country
HOME BOOK A TRIP SPECIALS FAQ ABOUT US CONTACT US TELL A FRIEND TRAVEL AGENT TESTIMONIAL
Search by Destination or Category
Sign Up to Receive Our Newsletter
BEST SELLING TOURS
LAST MINUTE DEALS
GROUP TRAVEL
TRAVEL INFO
DESTINATION MAPS
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Read a sampling of what our
clients said about their trips
Rio de Janerio and Iguazu Falls

A wonderful mix of relaxation, fun, culture and exploration. Will recommend it to all family and friends.

Cathy Bazan-Arias

Costa Rica Faq

We have answered the most frequently asked questions below. However, if you have any other questions, please feel free to call us or email us at info@savacations.com.

 

 
When is the best time to travel to Costa Rica?
What vaccinations are required for travel to Costa Rica?
What are the passport/visa requirements for American citizens traveling to Costa Rica?
What are the standard wall currents and electrical socket shapes in Costa Rica?
What are the international departure taxes for Costa Rica?

When is the best time to travel to Costa Rica?
The best time to travel to Costa Rica is the Dry Season from December to April. The first few months of the Rainy Season, May to July are also good, since the main tourist attractions are less crowded.
Return to List
What vaccinations are required for travel to Costa Rica?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's website provides recommended and/or required vaccinations for each country. For Costa Rica, it recommends that you should be up-to-date with routine shots such as measles/mumps/rubella (MMR) vaccine, diphtheria/pertussis/tetanus (DPT) vaccine, and poliovirus vaccine, and that you get vaccinated for Hepatitis A and Typhoid, and Hepatitis B, depending upon your travel plans. Although Yellow Fever is not a disease risk in Costa Rica, the government requires travelers arriving from certain countries where Yellow Fever is present to present proof of Yellow Fever vaccination. A list of those countries is shown on the Center for Disease Control's website here. The CDC also suggests that you see a health-care provider at least 4-6 weeks before your trip to allow time for your vaccines to take effect.
Return to List
What are the passport/visa requirements for American citizens traveling to Costa Rica?
U.S., Canadian, and EU citizens (except Bulgaria and Ireland) require a passport valid for at least 30 days from date of entry and return ticket for stays of up to 90 days. Citizens of Australia, Bulgaria, and Ireland require a visa for stays beyond 30 days. Citizens of other countries are advised to contact the Costa Rican embassy in their country before traveling.
Return to List
What are the standard wall currents and electrical socket shapes in Costa Rica?
Voltage: 120 V; Frequency: 60 HZ; Plugs: Type A (Flat blade attachment plug) and Type B (Flat blades with round grounding pin).
Return to List
What are the international departure taxes for Costa Rica?
$26.00 per passenger. For departures from Juan Santamaria International Airport, you can pay with a credit card.
Return to List
Home | Site Map | Tell a Friend | Privacy Policy | Terms and Conditions Bookmark and Share
© South American Vacations. All rights reserved.
South American Vacations is registered with the State of Florida as a Seller of Travel Registration No. ST35056

Features created and developed by TravelSeven.Com. All rights reserved.
TRAVELSEVEN.COM