Our team are destination specialists with many years experience in creating holidays and can tailor make to suit you.
| Mon-Fri | 8am-6pm |
| Saturday | 9am-5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Our team are destination specialists with many years experience in creating holidays and can tailor make to suit you.
| Mon-Fri | 8am-6pm |
| Saturday | 9am-5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
If you like to explore at your own pace and enjoy the freedom to stop spontaneously to take in another beautiful beach, stroll around a rural village or stand in awe of the latest incredible view, then a self-drive in Costa Rica is the perfect choice. With its bountiful natural wonders: stunning scenery and vibrant wildlife, this is a country with much to discover.
Our itineraries combine well-planned routes and pre-booked accommodation including eco-lodges with recommended experiences and plenty of time at leisure ensuring a self drive adventure to savour. From zip-lining through cloud forests to night walks in search of fabulous fauna, hiking volcanoes to relaxing river cruises, we’ve packed in a host of optional excursions.
Be the lesser spotted human! Take a relaxed wander through the Osa Peninsula National Park and spot tapirs taking a stroll just a stones throw away and a humpback whale breaching in the distance.
From the bustling streets of a vibrant capital city to the lofty cloud forests of the Highlands, this budget-friendly self-drive trip packs in all the star highlights.
From £1480 Excluding Flights
Explore two very different coastlines, from the Caribbean vibes of the southeast to the gorgeous tropical beaches of the Pacific Ocean.
From £2638 Excluding Flights
Costa Rica's unique blend of adventure, nature and culture promises unforgettable memories for every generation.
From £4360 Excluding Flights
Discover Costa Rica’s best bits, from the flooded canals of Tortuguero to the Osa Peninsula, one of the most biodiverse spots on the planet.
From £3195 Excluding Flights
Take an immersive journey through Costa Rica’s culture, flavours and traditions.
From £3128 Excluding Flights
Lace up your boots and put your best foot forward on this active adventure through some of Costa Rica's most stunning and remote spots.
From £2460 Excluding Flights
The first thing to decide when planning a self-drive holiday in Costa Rica is when you want to travel. With year-round average temperatures of 25-30 degrees, road trips are easy at any time of year. When to go leads into where to visit with certain experiences best at specific times of year, such as whale watching off the Pacific coast then December to April or August to October are the best months.
The main highways and urban roads are usually paved and easy to navigate, and Costa Rican drivers are generally more patient and courteous than you’ll find elsewhere in Latin America.
In term of practicalities vehicle pick up and drop off is very straightforward. We can arrange for your car to be delivered straight to your hotel, to avoid the need for transfers or lengthy queues. And you can drop your car off directly at the airport departures area, ensuring a hassle-free end to your holiday.
Costa Ricans drive on the right-hand side of the road and road signs are usually in Spanish, so a basic understanding of key terms or using a reliable GPS can be very helpful. All our car hire vehicles are provided with complimentary WiFi, so you can use your preferred navigation app to get around such as Waze or Google Maps. Having WiFi on the road means you can also easily contact the rental company or our local partners for assistance should you need it – WhatsApp is commonly used.
Speed limits are posted in kilometres per hour and traffic laws in Costa Rica are tightly regulated. You may spot frequent police checkpoints along popular routes, watching for speeders. Drink-driving laws are also strictly enforced.
