based on 57 experiences from female travelers
Felt very safe and everyone was so friendly, helped ti speak spanish but not essential. Great places all over the country, felt safe travelling and going to different places. People were always helpful and kind
Posted: October 21, 2024Anna
Costa Rica
I really Like Costa Rica, the nature ist beautiful and mostly everyone is so Open minded and friendly. But I would absolutely recommend to not walk around alone when it is dark… just take care of youre private things and better take youre jewellry off.
Posted: October 20, 2024I loved Costa Rica!! The nature is a 10/10 (literally paradise), you’ll see soo many cool animals, jungle, the most beautiful beaches,… food is 6/10 they pretty much only eat rice and beans and as a vegetarian myself there’s not many options, BUT the fruits are amazing!!! It’s not quite as cheap as I hoped (European / US prices) but doable (:
Posted: July 16, 2024Nikki
United States
I absolutely loved my experience in Costa Rica! The country is beautiful with the mountains, rainforest, and beaches. I traveled to Playa Jaco, La Fortuna, and San Jose. Personally, La Fortuna felt like a vacation away from the vacation. Also, I would say to be prepared to conduct extensiver research regarding renting a vehicle. Never, I repeat, never pay upfront for a car rental. I traveled to Costa Rica with three other ladies. I organized, planned, and executed everything pertaining to the trip. The itinerary was jam packed with one free day to frolick. I will definitely be back to explore other parts of the country and revisit some unforgettable locations.
Posted: July 6, 2024Experienced: July, 2024It could get sketchy in the evenings but I ended up meeting people and going out with the hostel staff. There’s really one two clubs to go out to. It’s a small city with one main strip about 6 blocks.
Posted: July 2, 2024Dhana
Argentina
I felt safe and walked around at night alone. I would definitely be vigilante, especially if you are out drinking but i would say that about anywhere Definitely do the chocolate and coffee tours. See all the waterfalls and take a dip in a hot springs. La Fortuna and Guanacaste are my favorite
Posted: June 29, 2024Juju
France
Actually, I went there as a volunteer in a rescued animals sanctuary, so if course it was safe, and also very exotic. But the local I met there were adorable, and the food really good, based on meet, vegetables, and lot of exotic fruits.
Posted: June 17, 2024Experienced: August, 2021i have spent the majority of my time in costa rica near heredia and san jose de la montaña! although i love the beach and all the beaches are gorgeous here, i cannot recommend the mountains of costa rica enough! the climate is perfect, its insanely beautiful, and the people are some of the kindest i’ve ever met!
Posted: June 15, 2024- people nice - lots of European expats - helpful to know Spanish and not assume people speak English - VERY HOT- you will sweat through everything - pack lots of sun screen , bug spray, and lotion you will need it all - safest I’ve felt to this date as a solo female walking around - wouldn’t dream of walking on the street elsewhere without serious fear
Posted: June 15, 2024Jessica
Mexico
I felt good, I stayed at URBN Escalante and it was 1000/10. I recommend not staying too many days in San Jose and instead visiting other places like the beaches. Costa Rica in general is very expensive, like the USA. I loved Cacique Guaro.
Posted: May 27, 2024Based on 4 local experiences
Based on 4 local experiences
I would not recommend walking around alone in the dark, just take care of your private things… Although most of the people are nice, most of them dont speak english. So it is good to know the basics in spanish
Posted: October 20, 2024Just don’t walk alone in the dark. Most people are friendly and would give you advice. Avoid drinks that you didn’t purchase. Downtown San Jose is not super clean, so tourist areas are much better, safer, and more affordable.
Posted: August 9, 2024Majo
Hey, it’s Majo! I’m 27 years old, I studied business, have travelled all around Europe, North and South America. Can speak english, spanish and a little bit of italian and german
Anna
I am 19 years old and normally live in the south of Germany, I am here for 3 months.
Lilly
Colorado Tortuguero Pococí
2 days
I am a nature lover and very friendly....
Jennica
Hello, My name is Jennica and I'm interested in food & cuisine, events & social, health, hiking, photography and running