What To Wear In Costa Rica
To sum it up - This is function over fashion
- A lot of what you are likely to do in Costa Rica is related to conservation and the rainforest, so lightweight, but rainproof clothing is essential.
- Our advice for men and women alike would be to concentrate on trekking/outdoor clothing and fairly lightweight but sturdy walking shoes.
- As you can imagine, the humidity is very high here, so be prepared. Light weight natural fabrics work best and pack long trousers and long sleeved shirts to help keep the mosquitos from feasting on you.
- In town when eating out, wear whatever you feel comfortable in . Downtown is very casual, although hotels are more dressy (dependent upon which level of hotel you stay in).
- If you're staying in a hotel, then getting your clothes laundered is easy, outside of this, it will be almost impossible.
- You really need to be sure you take everything you need including sun cream, Insect repellent, adapter plugs and converters for electrical appliances as you will find it difficult to buy these items once you are there.
- Costa Rica is hot all year round but especially so from March - May.
- Mosquito repellent is really important - you get eaten alive under the rainforest canopy.
- If you are planning on visiting the beaches then remember to take your suncream, a sarong to use with your swim wear or as a lightweight shawl in the evening teamed with a simple dress or skirt. Avoid revealing clothes and very short shorts.
Great Clothes to Pack for Costa Rica
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