Sámara Packing List

Clothes & Shoes

sunglasses and croakies
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
a small umbrella if you have space (only necessary between May – Nov)
ear plugs
phone with GPS if you'll drive
long sleeve rash guard or other Sun protection shirt to wear at the beach
Day pack
copy of passport in wallet
Water resistant case for phone

if your trip is longer or you’ll be traveling around Costa Rica quite a bit

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.