Costa Rica

About

Costa Rica is a leading eco-tourism destination, known for lush rainforests, volcanoes, beaches, and abundant wildlife. With a strong environmental ethos and welcoming culture, it offers both adventure and relaxation in a stable, easy-to-navigate setting.

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Last Updated:

June 26, 2025

General Recommendations

Azithromycin / Ciprofloxacin - Traveler's Diarrhea

Ondansetron - Nausea & Vomiting

Meclizine - Motion Sickness

Hydroxyzine - Jet Lag / Traveler's Anxiety

Order them all with our comprehensive travel package, which includes all medications and country specific medications if required.
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What is our Wandr Safety Rating?

Our safety grade combines CDC guidance, healthcare access, travel risks, and regional stability to help you prepare confidently. Updated regularly to reflect current conditions.
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A (90–100): Very safe — Excellent healthcare and low travel risks
B (75–89): Safe — Minor precautions recommended
C (60–74): Moderate risk — Limited access or regional health concerns
D (40–59): Higher risk — Caution advised due to instability or health gaps
F (0–39): Not recommended — Major safety or medical concerns

Wandr Safety Rating:

A (Low Risk)

90/100

Costa Rica is very safe for travelers, with good healthcare and strong public health standards. The main concerns are food/water safety and mosquito-borne illnesses like dengue. The CDC typically recommends hepatitis A/B, typhoid, and insect precautions.

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CDC Recommendations

CDC Travel Information for Costa Rica

For the best experience, please view the CDC travel information directly on their website:

Go to CDC Travel Information for Costa Rica

Disclaimer: This page is intended as a general reference for travelers and does not replace personalized medical consultation. While Wandr provides medical guidance, country-specific risks may change. We update this information as frequently as possible, but travelers should also consult official government and health sources before departure.