What to Pack for Costa Rica | 12 Essential Items to Pack

[@capecoder73]

Thanks for the tips Emma, as always it was very informative!

[@rodvarmo]

You forgot a very important one that tourists always forget: un pareo! (Beach blanket, not a towel)

[@diaryofanislandgirl]

Any safety tips?

[@cgm4419]

Do you happen to know what the water shoes are that can go from waterfalls to hikes etc?

[@parveenrana5309]

thank you...

[@paulkelly3070]

Whats the best sim card to get / network provider, for tourists? More geared towards data for gps etc..

[@tallbmd1]

I've heard Claro is a good option.

[@paulkelly3070]

It does operate best between the Claro and ice networks I've found.

[@paulkelly3070]

Ended up getting an E-sim. It does operate best between the Claro and ice network I've found.

[@LS-gc6ml]

Is deer really needed

[@EmmainCostaRica]

It really depends on you - I personally don't use any bug spray (the smell and sensation are unbearable for me!) but if you think you will be spending a lot of time in very forest-y and damp areas, and bugs tend to gravitate to you, you will definitely want a strong bug spray.