Costa Rica
Bucket List Sabbaticals

What can you expect on Costa Rica bucket list sabbaticals that you won’t find anywhere else?

The best thing about bucket list sabbaticals (in our humble opinion) is the freedom to travel at a slower pace. Unconstrained by annual leave or school holidays, you can really take your exploration to new depths and discover plenty of lesser-known corners. Costa Rica bucket list sabbaticals fit the brief perfectly, as the pura vida nation is jam-packed with hidden treasures, natural wonders and intriguing resident wildlife. Get stuck into some adrenaline-inducing adventure activities in Arenal National Park, before finding your zen with private yoga classes. Kick back on the beaches of the Pacific coast or dive into its fascinating underwater world, with scuba diving, snorkelling and surfing. For anyone wanting to take some time away from frenetic daily life and re-connect with themselves and nature, Costa Rica bucket list sabbaticals can include stays at wellness retreats, rejuvenating spa treatments and delicious locally-sourced food.

Special things to do during Costa Rica bucket list sabbaticals:

- Spend some time at a relaxing spa retreat, complete with a tranquil swimming pool, luxurious spa and private yoga classes – tailor-made for total relaxation.
- Stay at a secluded eco lodge, tucked away in the rainforest surrounding Arenal Volcano.
- Take part in adventure activities, such as zip lining, canopy walks and white-water rafting, which can be balanced out with indulgent volcanic spa treatments.
- Visit the Osa Peninsula – considered to be one of the most biodiverse places on the planet – and spot the jaguars, tapirs and colourful birdlife that inhabit this rugged wilderness. Relax on the stunning beaches that line the coast and, again, go into full relaxation mode with yoga classes and spa treatments.
- Connect with yourself and your surroundings on the Golfo Dulce, where you can snorkel, paddle board, kayak and discover the native flora and fauna.

Best time for Costa Rica bucket list sabbaticals:

While Costa Rica does experience distinct wet and dry seasons, there’s really no bad time to visit this ecological Eden. The dry season runs from December to April, with temperatures sometimes topping 35°C – hence, this is usually considered the best time to visit Costa Rica. Yet, if you’re looking to organise Costa Rica bucket list sabbaticals between the months of April and November, you’ll still be able to enjoy the country in all its glory. You may experience rainfall in the afternoon during the country’s wet season, but you’ll likely be met with sunshine in the mornings and evenings. The plant life really comes into its own during this period, too, thanks to the intermittent showers. There are also some regional variations between the wet and dry seasons, so our experts will be able to advise on where to go when and what to pack.