A single person can live comfortably on $1,600 to $2,000 a month, while couples often spend between $2,500 and $3,000 [23].

While self-guided adventures are popular, official travel blogs suggest that guided tours can be invaluable for spotting wildlife you might otherwise miss [15].

Known for having some of the widest, most beautiful beaches where the jungle literally meets the sea [4]. The Caribbean Coast (Puerto Viejo)