What to pack for my trip to Riu Palace and Guanacaste

You’re coming soon to the Riu Guanacaste or Palace in Guanacaste in Costa Rica. You should keep these details in mind: first, Costa Rica only has two seasons, the rainy and the dry. Also, this is the driest area of the country, so whether you come in the rainy season or the dry season, you should consider bringing light clothing, among other key things for Costa Rica, since from here you can find jungle, beach, and travel to higher areas for tours all in one day. Here’s an essential list and recommendations by type of activity so you don’t miss anything.

Essentials:

• Visor or cap
• Sunscreen
• Mosquito repellent and after-bite treatment
• Swimwear
• Comfortable walking shoes for trails around the hotel or tours such as rainforest excursions
• Footwear that can get wet and provides good foot support, such as strapped water sandals or canvas shoes, for rafting, waterfalls, and beach activities
• Waist bag, backpack, or tour backpack for carrying a change of clothes, towel, repellent, sunscreen, and water
• Light summer clothing, such as shorts, T-shirts, and dresses, that dries quickly
• Light jacket when traveling during the rainy season
• Light long-sleeve shirt and long pants for evenings or night tours due to mosquitoes
• Shirt for snorkeling and other water activities
• US-type plug adapter with two flat prongs and a ground pin
• Sandals for the pool and hotel facilities, since the floor can become very hot
• Reusable bottle for water or other drinks, since disposable bottles may not be allowed inside national parks
• Waterproof phone protector that allows you to keep your hands free
• Comfortable shoes for walking
• Poncho
• Sunglasses
• Basic first aid kit
• Camera or phone for taking photos