All trails seem to lead to waterfalls, misty crater lakes or deserted, jungle-fringed beaches. 
Lonely Planet will get you to the heart of Costa Rica, with amazing travel experiences and the best planning advice:
Inspirational images, full-color maps and recommendations from our expert authorsPlanning features and top itineraries to help you plan the perfect tripLocal secrets and hidden travel gems that will make your trip uniquePlus color wildlife spotters guide, surf breaks map and a comprehensive activities guide
 
Coverage Includes: Planning chapters, San Jose, Central Valley, Highlands, Northwestern Costa Rica, Península de Nicoya, Central Pacific Coast, Southern Costa Rica, Península de Osa, Golfo Duce, Carribean Coast, Northern Lowlands, Understand and Survival chapters.

Lonely Planet Discover Costa Rica is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Count butterflies and orchids in the Monteverde Cloud Forest, have a fresh cup of coffee amid San Jose?s Spanish-colonial buildings, or kayak past dolphins in the Golfo Dulce; all with your trusted travel companion. 
All the must-see sights and unmissable experiencesColour-coded design makes it easy to find what you need ? no matter what your budgetLocal experts recommend what not to missItineraries make planning your trip simpler than ever
Coverage includes: Planning chapters, San José, Central Valley, Caribbean Coast, Northwestern Costa Rica, Península de Nicoya, Central pacific Coast, Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa