Playa Carrillo

¡Pura Vida, fellow wanderers! Embraced by the vast Pacific Ocean and the shimmering Caribbean Sea, Costa Rica stands as a sanctuary of nature's marvels, unique wildlife, and the heartwarming "pura vida" vibe. As I ventured through its rainforests, surfed its azure waves, and danced to its marimba beats, I discovered a country where every corner holds a story and every sunset a promise. Now, I've distilled that wealth of knowledge into this handy guide, designed for you to tailor our suggestions and craft your ideal Costa Rican adventure — without the daunting hours of research. Benefit from daily tidbits, locals-only deals, and a curated collection of resources, ensuring your journey through Costa Rica is nothing short of spectacular. ¡Vamos a descubrir Costa Rica juntos! (Let's discover Costa Rica together!)

If you are visiting Costa Rica and want a slow, relaxing week in paradise with some day trips sprinkled in, THIS is the place and the itinerary for you. Samara, Costa Rica is a village in Guanacaste located on the pacific coast that is often overlooked but for us that meant a quiet vacation without the overload of tourists in Costa Rica's paradise. Think surfing, wildlife, coastal vibes, and great restaurants. Samara is one of those places we will 100% be going back to visit - it sticks with you! In this itinerary you will find: -> One week itinerary (including travelling days) outlining what to do, eat, see each day -> Suggestions for where to stay in the area -> Suggested tours and our experiences (think ATV tours, Monteverde / Cloud Forest, surfing, hiking, beach hopping, dolphins, turtles, sloths, coffee / chocolate, and more) -> Our favourite spots for activities, restaurants, eats -> Tips for local culture, transportation, etc This itinerary outlines every day and provides links to everything you can or will need. We loved Samara and this itinerary is based off our personal experience in this cute coastal town.