Even Costa Rica's official dry season sees regular afternoon showers, especially in rainforest and cloud-forest regions — a real rain jacket matters more than an umbrella here, since you'll likely be moving through trails or on a zip-line platform when it hits. Cotton takes forever to dry in this humidity; quick-dry fabrics make a bigger difference than people expect.
🌴 Rainforest
Rain Jacket
Quick-Dry Clothing
Insect Repellent
Hiking Shoes
Dry Bag
🏄 Beach & Surf
Swimwear
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Rash Guard
Water Shoes
🌋 Adventure & Wildlife Tours
Binoculars
Waterproof Phone Case
Reusable Water Bottle
Bug Net Hat
🌧️ Rainy Weather
Poncho
Waterproof Backpack Cover
Plus the universal essentials
Passport / ID
Cash & cards
Phone & charger
Power bank
Travel adapter
Toothbrush & toothpaste
Medications
Underwear & socks
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