Campsites in Costa Rica

Mal Pais Surf Camp

• Surfer-friendly site 100 metres away from Mal País beach
• Close to the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve
• Outdoor pool set among 10 acres of landscaped tropical gardens

Camping Sol y Luna

• Quiet, plant-filled site 20 minutes' walk from Playa Herradura
• Around half an hour's drive from Carara National Park
• Basic amenities provided, including water, bathrooms and wifi

Pura Van Campsite

• Private and secure family-friendly site in scenic Alajuela
• A 35-minute drive from the Costa Rican capital, San José
• Paradise for hikers and bikers: two national parks within easy reach

Hacienda Monte Claro

• Eco-friendly farm site with views of the Turrialba volcano
• An hour from hikes, swimming and fishing in Tapantí National Park
• Horse riding, rafting, mountain biking and tours arranged on site

Osa Corcovado Camping

• Simple and peaceful site with beach, freshwater creeks and mangroves
• A 20-minute drive from the wildlife of the Corcovado National Park
• Puerto Jiménez beaches, bars and watersports 20 minutes away

Miguel Surf Camp

• Secluded beach site in a tropical setting with palm trees for shade
• A 30-minute drive to Quepos and 50 from Manuel Antonio National Park
• Bike and car rental, wifi, barbecue, adventure expeditions organised

Eco-Camping Tamarindo

• Laidback eco site on Costa Rica's biggest peninsula
• A 10-minute walk from Tamarindo town and beach
• Surf lessons, tours, hammock area, bar, kitchen and barbecue

Selina Vida

• Perfect spot to enjoy the beach and the mountain

Camping Casalta

• Peaceful, shaded pitches close to amenities in the village of Uvita
• In the Marino Ballena National Park for whale and dolphin watching
• A few minutes' walk from Uvita beach and the Whale Tail sand bar

La Cuna Camping

• Small, peaceful site on the banks of the Agujas River
• A 15-minute drive to Puerto Jiménez; small beach a short walk away
• On the edge of the Corcovado National Park; lots of wildlife on site

Samasati Yoga and Wellness Retreat

• Yoga retreat set amid 250 acres of pristine, wildlife-rich rainforest
• A 20-minute drive from Chiquita beach and Cahuita National Park
• Restaurant, lounge area and wellness spa with massages and a whirlpool

Selina Puerto Viejo

• Eco-friendly tipis in jungle or beachside at Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
• Next to Playa Cocles beach; 20 minutes’ drive to Cahuita National Park
• Beachfront, with pool, restaurant and bar, surfing and yoga classes

Pineapple Creek Camping

• Beachfront site 15 minutes’ walk from Pavones Point
• Well-based for surfing the left-point wave, fishing and horse riding
• Dog-friendly; barbecue, cooking stove and seasonal fruits and plants

Finca Chilamate

• Dog-friendly site in Guanacaste with an outdoor swimming pool
• Under an hour’s drive from Parque Nacional Volcán Tenorio
• Barbecue or breakfast, lunch and dinner available; tours available

Finca de Fin del Sol

• Wild adults-only farm site with trails to 10 waterfalls
• Half an hour’s drive from Lake Arenal and 50 minutes from Monteverde
• A 10-minute walk to the La Piedra del Indio waterfalls and restaurant

El Nido de La Aquilas