Backpacking in Costa Rica

Your Ultimate Guide!

A backpacker is often equated with a vagabond. Wandering with intentional simplicity and only bringing whatever can fit in one backpack. I have backpacked through countries is Asia, Latin America and Europe and every country poses its own challenges for the travelers looking to keep it cheap, safe and enjoyable as well as independent.

When comparing Costa Rica to other countries I have visited, keeping it cheap was the biggest challenge. It is perfectly possible if you choose to cook for yourself and know where to get your groceries cheaply and if not, choose to visit local sodas. Additionally, you could either camp or stay in hostels and you can visit some off the beaten path places that have a lower entrance fee, if they even have one at all.

This article offers you an insight into some of Costa Rica’s more remote destinations as well as the best hostels at the popular tourist hotspots. Discover alternative methods of travel by rethinking how and where you would like to spend the night. There are more options than just a hostel and a tent!

You will receive a long list practical tips and also get some guidance in how to make your backpacking trip more sustainable.

Welcome to the ultimate guide to backpacking in Costa Rica!

AUTHOR’S BIO

Hi! My name is Mieke and I am one of the My Costa Rica writers/editors! I am originally from Belgium but after traveling for about a year, I decided to settle here in Costa Rica and carve out a life for myself. I have visited many countries including Nepal, Nicaragua, Bolivia, Peru, Mexico, and of course Costa Rica. Before I left for this wonderful adventure, I was a hotel Shift-Leader in Gent, Belgium. In fact, I have had a lot of different jobs from organizing events to cleaning offices but I feel with writing and editing I have discovered my true calling. Back in 2012 I received my master’s degree in Art History. Studying art has made me appreciate cultural diversity and expression which I have been able to build on greatly during my travels and now for my job!