As I headed to Costa Rica alone, I couldn’t wait to see what the beautiful country had to offer.

Some beautiful nature, a social backpacker scene, and a taste of the pura vida lifestyle!

Central America isn’t an easy place to navigate alone, with strong cultures, a shortage of English spoken, and some bizarre rules, but it is very rewarding.

This blog offers you some first hand tips for solo travel in Costa Rica, following my adventure around the country.

I love the pura vida lifestyle in Costa Rica…

The sunshine, nature, and outdoor adventure is awesome…

Speeding across the canopy alongside the howler monkeys is so fun, but what to wear for zip-lining in Costa Rica?

With the two main seasons bringing different challenges for outdoor adventure, it is important to plan correctly, and ensure that your backpack is fully equipped to make your day in the forest a memorable one

Swimming next to the iconic La Fortuna Waterfall was fun… And swinging from the Tarzan rope swing at El Salto was also awesome.

However, walking high above the rainforest at Mistico Park was the highlight of my time in the jungle town!

Keep reading to find out more about these special travel experiences, along with other popular tours which should be added to your La Fortuna itinerary.