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Wedding in Costa Rica

Pura Vida – tropical adventure wedding between rainforest and volcanoes

LANGUAGESpanish
CURRENCYCosta Rican Colón (CRC)
FLIGHT TIME12-14 hours
BEST SEASONDec-Apr (dry season)
PRICE RANGE€7,000 - €34,000+
LEGAL MARRIAGEYes, legally valid

Costa Rica is the ultimate destination for couples who want to combine a tropical beach wedding with adventure and nature.

Important Information

What you need to know before planning your wedding in Costa Rica

Popular regions in Costa Rica

Each region has its own character and charm

Guanacaste & Papagayo

Guanacaste & Papagayo

Costa Rica's sunniest province with luxury Pacific coast resorts.

Pacific coastGuaranteed sunLuxury resortsTropical dry forest
PRICE RANGE€8,500 - €34,000
BEST FORCouples wanting luxury beach wedding with sun
Tips: Four Seasons Papagayo premium. Dreams Las Mareas all-inclusive. Dec-Apr dry season.
Manuel Antonio

Manuel Antonio

Fantastic beaches with rainforest and wildlife. Boutique hotels for intimate celebrations.

Rainforest meets beachWildlifeBoutique venuesNational park
PRICE RANGE€7,000 - €21,500
BEST FORNature-loving couples wanting intimate wedding
Tips: Best Dec-April. Parador Resort and Si Como No popular. Monkeys as guests!
Arenal & Volcano Region

Arenal & Volcano Region

Arenal volcano with hot springs, rainforest bridges and luxury eco-lodges.

Volcano backdropHot springsRainforest canopyEco-luxury
PRICE RANGE€7,000 - €17,000
BEST FORAdventurous couples wanting unique nature experience
Tips: Nayara Gardens and Tabacon Hot Springs popular. Combine with zipline, rafting.

Beach Wedding in Costa Rica

Tropical beach meets rainforest and volcanoes. Manuel Antonio and Guanacaste sunsets.

Popular beaches: Manuel Antonio, Guanacaste, Tamarindo

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