This 10 days in Costa Rica itinerary, full of helpful Costa Rica travel tips, will help you discover everything the country has to offer. From cities to jungles and beaches to volcanoes, there are various relaxing and exhilarating activities to make for an unforgettable Costa Rican vacation. Costa Rica is a beautiful, lush country draped in different shades of green and decorated with hundreds of vivid colors. It is an ideal destination for both families and adventurers - or a family of adventurers. It is located just south of Nicaragua. It is also one of the most bio-diverse countries on our planet. The government and its citizens are incredibly protective of Costa Rica's vital environment. Costa Rica has been ranked as the second most environmentally-friendly and sustainable country on Earth. It uses nearly 99% renewable energy. Because of this, it is one of the leading countries in Ecotourism. Costa Rica has over 500,000 species of wildlife, making up 5% of the entire animal kingdom worldwide. However, there are many species of lizards, snakes, frogs, birds, mice, plus more, that you can only find here. It is also home to several species of big cats, like the ocelot, puma, and jaguar, although rare. In addition to all the unique wildlife and vibrant flora and fauna, Costa Rica offers plenty of exciting activities dedicated to exploring in an environmentally-friendly, educational way. Continue reading for one of the best Costa Rica itineraries to learn what items to put on your Costa Rica bucket list! Do note that the itinerary below is only a loose guide and should be adapted to meet your unique needs and include your desired activities.