Sámara Packing List
Clothes & Shoes
- flip flops
- another pair of sandals that you can walk in
- 2 swim suits
- light and airy t-shirts / tank-tops
- light weight shorts or skirts
- easy sun dresses for the ladies
Other necessities
- sunglasses
- hat
- insulated water bottle (cold water all day long is a luxury you will deeply appreciate)
- swimming goggles for kids
- a waterproof bag / drybag to keep your book and such dry when you’re on adventures
- a beach bag to take your book and such to the beach.
- a small LED flashlight for walking around town after dark or doing a night tour in Monteverde / Arenal
- a sarong to use as an airplane blanket and then as your beach towel when you get here.
- bug spray (we use OFF sensitive or family)
- sunscreen
- camera (a waterproof camera is awesome!)
- binoculars
- phone with GPS if you'll drive
- long sleeve rash guard or other Sun protection shirt to wear at the beach
- backpack
- copy of passport in wallet
- water resistant case for phone
Other Fun things
if your trip is longer or you’ll be traveling around Costa Rica quite a bit, you'll need:
- running shoes or low hikers that you could wear if you go to Monteverde.or hike in Arenal
- we only wear long sleeves & pants on the plane and in Monteverde / Arenal (have your flip flops, shorts and tank top ready in your carry-on or top of your checked bag to change at the airport.)
- snorkel & mask or googles for your kids if you have ones that fit you well
- travel hammock to take to the beach
- peanut butter - It is hard to find pb down here, even Jiff is expensive and comes in a small container.
- A light rain jacket for cool nights and rain in Monteverde / Arenal
- This great map of Costa Rica from Amazon
- These guides to butterflies, birds, frogs etc.
Things you can get here:
- aloe - straight from the plant
- coffee (but not decaf)
- sarongs: Every tourist shop sells them
- great fresh fruit & veggies
- ceviche and seafood