Explore the biodiverse country of Costa Rica and get an overview of its six regions with instructor Jordan Sparrow.

This is Costa Rica

Jordan explains how to get the most out of this course and the Bright Trip platform.

How to Use This Course

Learn a brief history of how Costa Rica came to be, including the story of how the country became independent from Spain.

History of Costa Rica

Get to know Costa Rica’s modern culture, as Jordan shares some key facets of the country’s society and why Costa Ricans live by the saying, “Pura Vida.”

Costa Rica Today

Jordan explains Costa Rica’s incredible biodiversity as well as how the country is working to conserve its natural environment.

Biodiversity

Costa Rica, An Overview

Get to know Costa Rica’s largest metropolitan area: the region of San Jóse. Jordan recommends some great spots to check out and explains why this region is a good place to start your trip.

San Jóse

Explore the Central Pacific Coast, where you’ll find beaches, waterfalls, wildlife, and rainforests. 

Central Pacific Coast

The Guanacaste region has the highest concentration of beaches in Costa Rica. in this lesson, Jordan breaks down travel and accommodation options to enjoy throughout this beachy area.

Guanacaste

For those interested in more adventurous travel, the Osa Peninsula should be on your list. Though it is difficult to access, Jordan recommends visiting this region and taking a guided tour to best experience it.

Osa Peninsula

Discover the region of Central Costa Rica. Learn about the top sites and activities to visit within this region, like the magical Monteverde Cloud Forest, and more.

Central Costa Rica

Learn about the Caribbean Coast’s unique history, language, and food, as well as  other cultural aspects that make this area of Costa Rica, one-of-a-kind. 

The Caribbean Coast

Review the six regions of Costa Rica discussed in this chapter: San Jóse, Central Pacific Coast, Guanacaste, Osa Peninsula, Central Costa Rica, and the Caribbean Coast.

Review of the Regions

Region By Region

Explore five different sample itineraries to get a taste of what the small country of Costa Rica has to offer, no matter what type of vacation you’re looking for.

Example Itineraries

Get an overview of all your transportation options to help plan your Costa Rica itinerary.

Getting Around the Country

Discover many of Costa Rica’s popular beaches and beach towns, including Jaco, Manuel Antonio, Dominical, and more. 

Choosing a Beach

Explore the nature and adventures that can be found in the jungles and mountains of Costa Rica, including the rare opportunity to visit a cloud forest.

Jungles and Mountains

Building Your Itinerary

Jordan wraps up the course and reminds you to tag Bright Trip in all your exciting Costa Rica adventures on social media!

Conclusion

Goodbye

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From beaches to mountains, jungles and wildlife, Costa Rica packs in a stunning variety of places to explore. This course goes over each region of Costa Rica, explaining what these regions are most known for and showing you the many ways to explore them with sample itineraries for short and long trips. By the end of this course you will be armed with an understanding of Costa Rica’s history, landscapes, and culture, and most importantly, you will be ready to create the perfect itinerary and get exploring.



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Whether you’re a first time traveler or a seasoned globetrotter, this tiny Central American country has more to offer than you may realize.

This is Costa Rica

Costa Rica, Demystified

Costa Rica, An Overview

This is Costa Rica

How to Use This Course

History of Costa Rica

Costa Rica Today

Biodiversity

Region By Region

San Jóse

Central Pacific Coast

Guanacaste

Osa Peninsula

Central Costa Rica

The Caribbean Coast

Review of the Regions

Building Your Itinerary

Example Itineraries

Getting Around the Country

Choosing a Beach

Jungles and Mountains

Goodbye

Conclusion

Gear Guide

Resources

Gear Guide