Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves, Costa Rica: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2023]

Sunglasses

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Skirts

• short
• long

Cool and dry dresses

These dresses include UV protection and cool you.

Bug repellent

• best performing
• best performing natural solution

Insulated water bottle

Our fave also removes contaminants:

Loose-fit shorts

• for men
• for women

Breatheable shirts

A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against skin damage:

• for men
• for women

Waterproof sandals

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF

• SPF 50
• SPF 30

Travel shoe storage

To protect your other stuff from dirty shoes and sandals,

If you're going to the beach

• swimwear
• a bathing suit cover-up (for women)
• beach blanket
• lightweight travel towels
• waterproof phone bag
• and a dry bag for all of your other valuables
• snorkel set (may be expensive bought locally)

A vaccine card and passport protector

Vaccine cards may wear out. This vaccine card and passport protector protects these important documents and can also be tracked by AirTag if lost.

Travel first aid kit

This one is a superb one.

Hand sanitizer

This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly product.

Emergency motion sickness relief

• Pills
• Wristband

Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle

Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.

Travel disinfecting wipes

Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

Voice and data SIM card

A SIM card that works in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

Anti-theft backpack

For some more protection, an anti-theft backpack protects your things.

Money/passport pouch

Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.

AirTag to track your luggage

With airports repeatedly losing things these days, an AirTag can find it anywhere anywhere: AirTag for iPhones.

Room protection door lock

If staying a hostel or AirBNB, protect your room with a portable door lock.

Travel voltage adapter

A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. Make sure to get the right type. Many adapters currently available are just plug changers and expect your devices to change the voltage themselves. If your electronics can't do that they could burn up. This one should be sufficient for most locations.

Power bank for devices

A portable power bank, like this one

Luggage scale to avoid fees

Airlines charge excessive penalties for overweight luggage. Save money with this

Travel neck pillow

A top rated pillow is this one

Airplane phone mount

Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

Insulated water bottle

Our favorite also filters harmful contaminants:

Sunglasses

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF

• SPF 50
• SPF 30

Skirts

• short
• long

Bug repellent

• best performing
• best performing natural solution

Breatheable shirts

A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against skin damage:

• for men
• for women

Waterproof sandals

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Cool and dry dresses

These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.

Loose-fit shorts

• for men
• for women

Travel shoe storage

To protect your other stuff from dirty shoes and sandals,

If you're going to the beach

• swimwear
• a bathing suit cover-up (for women)
• beach blanket
• lightweight travel towels
• waterproof phone bag
• and a dry bag for all of your other valuables
• snorkel set (can be expensive when purchased locally)

A vaccine card and passport protector

Vaccine cards often wear away. This vaccine card and passport protector protects these documents and can also be tracked by AirTag if lost.

Travel disinfecting wipes

Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

Hand sanitizer

This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly option.

Emergency motion sickness relief

• Pills
• Wristband

Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle

Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's wise to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.

Travel first aid kit

This one is a great option.

Voice and data SIM card

A SIM card that works in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

AirTag to track your luggage

With airports repeatedly losing luggage recently, an AirTag can help you find it anywhere on earth: AirTag for iPhones.

Room protection door lock

If going to a hostel or AirBNB, get some added protection with a portable door lock.

Money/passport pouch

Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.

Anti-theft backpack

For a bit more peace of mind, an anti-theft backpack protects your belongings.

Luggage scale to avoid fees

Airlines charge excessive amounts for overweight luggage. Avoid surcharges with this

Airplane phone mount

Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

Travel pillow

What we like is this one

Travel adapter

A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. Be careful to find the necessary kind. Most adapters available are just plugs and expect your devices to adjust the voltage themselves. If yours can't do that they could burn up. This one is sufficent for most countries.

Power bank for devices

A portable power bank, like this one

Personal cooling fan

Bug bite relief

• our favorite, but can be hit-or-miss
• a good alternative

Protecting legwear

These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:

• for men
• for women

Lightweight 'harem' pants

• for men
• for women

Bug repellent

• best performing
• best performing natural option

Light dresses

These Columbia dresses are created to keep you cool and to provide UV protection.

Light linen shorts

• for men
• for women

Sunglasses

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Insulated water bottle

Skirts

• short
• long

Thin short sleeve shirts

Remember to bring extra, since these often get wet or dirty.

• for men
• for women
• for boys
• for girls

Cooling tank or crop tops

These are specially designed to help you stay cool:

• for men
• for women

High-SPF sunscreen lotion

• option 1
• option 2

Waterproof sandals

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Travel shoe storage

To protect your other stuff from dirty shoes and sandals,

Beach necessities

If you're going to the beach:

• swimwear
• a bathing suit cover-up (for women)
• beach blanket
• lightweight travel towels
• waterproof phone bag
• and a dry bag for all of your other valuables
• snorkel set (could be very expensive when purchased locally)

Travel first aid kit

This one is a superb kit.

Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle

Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.

Travel disinfecting wipes

Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

A vaccine card and passport protector

Vaccine cards frequently wear out. This vaccine card and passport protector protects your vital documents and is trackable by AirTag if lost.

Emergency motion sickness relief

• Pills
• Wristband

Hand sanitizer

This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly option.

Room protection door lock

If staying a hostel or AirBNB, protect yourself with a portable door lock.

AirTag to track your luggage

With airlines frequently losing things these days, an AirTag can help you locate it anywhere on earth: AirTag for iPhones.

Voice and data SIM card

A SIM card that works in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

Anti-theft backpack

For some more peace of mind, an anti-theft backpack protects your stuff.

Money/passport pouch

Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.

Luggage scale to avoid fees

Airlines charge huge prices for overweight luggage. Avoid penalties with this

Travel voltage adapter

A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. Be careful to get the necessary kind. The majority of adapters on sale are simply plugs and expect your devices to convert the voltage themselves. If your devices can't do that they could get fried. This one should be sufficient for most areas.

Power bank for devices

A portable power bank, like this one

Airplane phone mount

Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

Travel neck support pillow

A top rated pillow is this one

Skirts

• short
• long

Sunglasses

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Thin short sleeve shirts

Make sure bring extra, as these easily get wet or dirty.

• for men
• for women
• for boys
• for girls

Bug bite relief

• our favorite, but can be hit-or-miss
• a good alternative

Cooling tank or crop tops

These are created to keep you cool:

• for men
• for women

Personal cooling fan

Insulated water bottle

Waterproof sandals

• for men
• for women
• for kids

UV protecting legwear

These will keep you safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:

• for men
• for women

Bug repellent

• best performing
• best performing natural option

High-SPF sunscreen lotion

• option 1
• option 2

Light dresses

These Columbia dresses are engineered to cool you and include UV protection.

Lightweight 'harem' pants

• for men
• for women

Light linen shorts

• for men
• for women

Travel shoe storage

To protect your other stuff from dirty shoes and sandals,

Beach necessities

If you're going to the beach:

• swimwear
• a bathing suit cover-up (for women)
• beach blanket
• lightweight travel towels
• waterproof phone bag
• and a dry bag for all of your other valuables
• snorkel set (could be very expensive when purchased locally)

Hand sanitizer

This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly choice.

Travel first aid kit

This one is a superb one.

Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle

Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.

Travel disinfecting wipes

Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

A vaccine card and passport protector

Vaccine cards often wear away. This vaccine card and passport protector protects these important documents and is trackable via AirTag if lost.

Emergency motion sickness relief

• Pills
• Wristband

Room protection door lock

If you stay in a hostel or AirBNB, get some added protection with a portable door lock.

Voice and data SIM card

A SIM card that works in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

Anti-theft backpack

For added peace of mind, an anti-theft backpack protects your belongings.

AirTag to track your luggage

With airports frequently losing things nowadays, an AirTag can help you find it anywhere on earth: AirTag for iPhones.

Money/passport pouch

Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.

Luggage scale to avoid fees

Airlines charge large amounts for overweight luggage. Avoid penalties with this

Voltage step down adapter

A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. Be careful to choose the correct kind. A lot of adapters that you can buy are just plugs and require your electronics to change the voltage themselves. If yours can't do that they could get fried. This one should work in most locations.

Power bank for devices

A portable power bank, like this one

Airplane phone mount

Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

Travel neck support pillow

Our fave is this one

High-SPF sunscreen lotion

• option 1
• option 2

Sun protecting pants/skirts

These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:

• for men
• for women

Personal cooling fan

Bug repellent

• best performing
• best performing natural option

Waterproof sandals

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Light linen shorts

• for men
• for women

Light dresses

These Columbia dresses are engineered to help you stay cool and offer UV protection.

Bug bite relief

• our favorite, but can be hit-or-miss
• a good alternative

Insulated water bottle

Cooling tank or crop tops

These are created to keep you cool:

• for men
• for women

Lightweight 'harem' pants

• for men
• for women

Sunglasses

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Skirts

• short
• long

Thin short sleeve shirts

Make sure pack additional, as these are likely to get wet or dirty.

• for men
• for women
• for boys
• for girls

Travel shoe storage

To protect your other stuff from dirty shoes and sandals,

Beach necessities

If you're going to the beach:

• swimwear
• a bathing suit cover-up (for women)
• beach blanket
• lightweight travel towels
• waterproof phone bag
• and a dry bag for all of your other valuables
• snorkel set (may be expensive when purchased there)

Hand sanitizer

This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly product.

A vaccine card and passport protector

Vaccine cards frequently get worn. This vaccine card and passport protector protects your documents and is trackable by AirTag if lost.

Emergency motion sickness relief

• Pills
• Wristband

Travel disinfecting wipes

Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle

Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.

Travel first aid kit

This one is a excellent one.

Anti-theft backpack

For additional protection, an anti-theft backpack protects your belongings.

AirTag to track your luggage

With airports frequently losing luggage these days, an AirTag can help you find it anywhere anywhere: AirTag for iPhones.

Room protection door lock

If staying a hostel or AirBNB, get some added protection with a portable door lock.

Voice and data SIM card

A SIM card that works in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

Money/passport pouch

Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.

Airplane phone mount

Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

Voltage step down adapter

A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. Be sure to get the correct kind. The vast majority of adapters on sale are simply plugs and require your electronics to convert the voltage themselves. If your devices can't do that they could get destroyed. This one works in most locations.

Luggage scale to avoid fees

Airlines charge large amounts for overweight luggage. Avoid surcharges with this

Power bank for devices

A portable power bank, like this one

Travel neck support pillow

A top rated pillow is this one

Loose-fit shorts

• for men
• for women

Insulated water bottle

Our choice also removes contaminants:

Sunglasses

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Skirts

• short
• long

Breatheable shirts

A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:

• for men
• for women

Waterproof sandals

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Bug repellent

• best performing
• best performing natural solution

Cool and dry dresses

These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.

Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF

• SPF 50
• SPF 30

Travel shoe storage

To protect your other stuff from dirty shoes and sandals,

If you're going to the beach

• swimwear
• a bathing suit cover-up (for women)
• beach blanket
• lightweight travel towels
• waterproof phone bag
• and a dry bag for all of your other valuables
• snorkel set (can be expensive bought there)

Hand sanitizer

This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly choice.

Travel first aid kit

This one is a excellent value.

A vaccine card and passport protector

Vaccine cards often become worn. This vaccine card and passport protector protects these documents and is trackable by AirTag if lost.

Emergency motion sickness relief

• Pills
• Wristband

Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle

Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.

Travel disinfecting wipes

Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

Anti-theft backpack

For some more protection, an anti-theft backpack protects your stuff.

AirTag to track your luggage

With airlines frequently losing things these days, an AirTag can locate it anywhere anywhere: AirTag for iPhones.

Room protection door lock

If you stay in a hostel or AirBNB, protect yourself with a portable door lock.

Voice and data SIM card

A SIM card that works in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

Money/passport pouch

Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.

Luggage scale to avoid fees

Airlines charge large prices for overweight luggage. Avoid surcharges with this

Voltage step down adapter

A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. Make sure to find the correct kind. Many adapters available online are just plug changers and expect your devices to adjust the voltage themselves. If your devices can't do that they could burn up. This one should be appropriate for most areas.

Power bank for devices

A portable power bank, like this one

Travel neck support pillow

What we like is this one

Airplane phone mount

Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

Sunglasses

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Loose-fit shorts

• for men
• for women

Breatheable shirts

A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:

• for men
• for women

Insulated water bottle

Our first choice also removes dangerous contaminants:

Bug repellent

• best performing
• best performing natural solution

Waterproof sandals

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Cool and dry dresses

These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.

Skirts

• short
• long

Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF

• SPF 50
• SPF 30

Travel shoe storage

To protect your other stuff from dirty shoes and sandals,

If you're going to the beach

• swimwear
• a bathing suit cover-up (for women)
• beach blanket
• lightweight travel towels
• waterproof phone bag
• and a dry bag for all of your other valuables
• snorkel set (may be expensive bought there)

Emergency motion sickness relief

• Pills
• Wristband

Hand sanitizer

This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly option.

A vaccine card and passport protector

Vaccine cards may wear away. This vaccine card and passport protector protects these most important documents and can also be tracked via AirTag if lost.

Travel first aid kit

This one is a great choice.

Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle

Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.

Travel disinfecting wipes

Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

Anti-theft backpack

For additional peace of mind, an anti-theft backpack protects your belongings.

Voice and data SIM card

A SIM card that works in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

Room protection door lock

If you stay in a hostel or AirBNB, protect your room with a portable door lock.

AirTag to track your luggage

With airports frequently losing things nowadays, an AirTag can help you locate it anywhere anywhere: AirTag for iPhones.

Money/passport pouch

Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.

Travel neck pillow

Our fave is this one

Airplane phone mount

Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

Luggage scale to avoid fees

Airlines charge large prices for overweight luggage. Avoid penalties with this

Travel voltage adapter

A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. Take care to get the necessary kind. The vast majority of adapters available are just plug changers and expect your devices to adjust the voltage themselves. If yours can't do that they could get fried. This one works in most places.

Power bank for devices

A portable power bank, like this one

Cool and dry dresses

These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.

Bug repellent

• best performing
• best performing natural solution

Skirts

• short
• long

Sunglasses

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Breatheable shirts

A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:

• for men
• for women

Loose-fit shorts

• for men
• for women

Waterproof sandals

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF

• SPF 50
• SPF 30

Insulated water bottle

Our best choice also cleans harmful contaminants:

Travel shoe storage

To protect your other stuff from dirty shoes and sandals,

If you're going to the beach

• swimwear
• a bathing suit cover-up (for women)
• beach blanket
• lightweight travel towels
• waterproof phone bag
• and a dry bag for all of your other valuables
• snorkel set (can be expensive when purchased locally)

Travel disinfecting wipes

Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

Emergency motion sickness relief

• Pills
• Wristband

Hand sanitizer

This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly product.

A vaccine card and passport protector

Vaccine cards can become worn. This vaccine card and passport protector protects your vital documents and is trackable by AirTag if lost.

Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle

Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.

Travel first aid kit

This one is a excellent option.

AirTag to track your luggage

With airlines constantly losing luggage recently, an AirTag can help you locate it anywhere on earth: AirTag for iPhones.

Money/passport pouch

Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.

Voice and data SIM card

A SIM card that works in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

Anti-theft backpack

For additional peace of mind, an anti-theft backpack protects your stuff.

Room protection door lock

If you stay in a hostel or AirBNB, get some added protection with a portable door lock.

Plug adapter

A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. Check that you find the right kind. The vast majority of adapters currently available are simply plugs and expect your devices to change the voltage themselves. If yours can't do that they could get destroyed. This one should be sufficient for most locations.

Travel pillow

A great choice is this one

Airplane phone mount

Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

Luggage scale to avoid fees

Airlines charge large prices for overweight luggage. Save money with this

Power bank for devices

A portable power bank, like this one

Loose-fit shorts

• for men
• for women

Cool and dry dresses

These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.

Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF

• SPF 50
• SPF 30

Insulated water bottle

Our choice also filters harmful contaminants:

Bug repellent

• best performing
• best performing natural solution

Sunglasses

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Skirts

• short
• long

Breatheable shirts

A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:

• for men
• for women

Waterproof sandals

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Travel shoe storage

To protect your other stuff from dirty shoes and sandals,

If you're going to the beach

• swimwear
• a bathing suit cover-up (for women)
• beach blanket
• lightweight travel towels
• waterproof phone bag
• and a dry bag for all of your other valuables
• snorkel set (may be expensive purchased locally)

Emergency motion sickness relief

• Pills
• Wristband

A vaccine card and passport protector

Vaccine cards can wear out. This vaccine card and passport protector protects your important documents and is trackable via AirTag if lost.

Travel disinfecting wipes

Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

Hand sanitizer

This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly choice.

Travel first aid kit

This one is a superb choice.

Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle

Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.

Voice and data SIM card

A SIM card that works in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

Room protection door lock

If going to a hostel or AirBNB, get some added protection with a portable door lock.

Money/passport pouch

Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.

Anti-theft backpack

For additional protection, an anti-theft backpack protects your belongings.

AirTag to track your luggage

With airlines always losing things nowadays, an AirTag can locate it anywhere in the world: AirTag for iPhones.

Airplane phone mount

Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

Travel voltage adapter

A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. Take care to choose the necessary kind. Most adapters currently being sold are simply plugs and require your electronics to convert the voltage themselves. If your devices can't do that they could get destroyed. This one should work in most places.

Luggage scale to avoid fees

Airlines charge huge amounts for overweight luggage. Save money with this

Power bank for devices

A portable power bank, like this one

Travel neck pillow

An excellent option is this one

Waterproof sandals

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Bug repellent

• best performing
• best performing natural solution

Cool and dry dresses

These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.

Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF

• SPF 50
• SPF 30

Loose-fit shorts

• for men
• for women

Insulated water bottle

Our favorite also cleans harmful contaminants:

Breatheable shirts

A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:

• for men
• for women

Skirts

• short
• long

Sunglasses

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Travel shoe storage

To protect your other stuff from dirty shoes and sandals,

If you're going to the beach

• swimwear
• a bathing suit cover-up (for women)
• beach blanket
• lightweight travel towels
• waterproof phone bag
• and a dry bag for all of your other valuables
• snorkel set (can be expensive bought there)

A vaccine card and passport protector

Vaccine cards can become worn. This vaccine card and passport protector protects your most important documents and is trackable by AirTag if lost.

Travel disinfecting wipes

Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

Emergency motion sickness relief

• Pills
• Wristband

Hand sanitizer

This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly product.

Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle

Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's wise to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.

Travel first aid kit

This one is a great value.

Anti-theft backpack

For some more protection, an anti-theft backpack protects your stuff.

AirTag to track your luggage

With airports frequently losing luggage nowadays, an AirTag can locate it anywhere on earth: AirTag for iPhones.

Room protection door lock

If staying a hostel or AirBNB, protect your room with a portable door lock.

Voice and data SIM card

A SIM card that works in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

Money/passport pouch

Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.

Luggage scale to avoid fees

Airlines charge excessive amounts for overweight luggage. Avoid surcharges with this

Plug adapter

A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. Be careful to find the correct kind. The majority of adapters currently available are simply plugs and require your devices to adjust the voltage themselves. If your devices can't do that they could get destroyed. This one is sufficent for most areas.

Travel neck support pillow

Our favorite is this one

Airplane phone mount

Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

Power bank for devices

A portable power bank, like this one

Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF

• SPF 50
• SPF 30

Breatheable shirts

A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:

• for men
• for women

Insulated water bottle

Our first choice also removes contaminants:

Sunglasses

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Waterproof sandals

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Cool and dry dresses

These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.

Loose-fit shorts

• for men
• for women

Bug repellent

• best performing
• best performing natural solution

Skirts

• short
• long

Travel shoe storage

To protect your other stuff from dirty shoes and sandals,

If you're going to the beach

• swimwear
• a bathing suit cover-up (for women)
• beach blanket
• lightweight travel towels
• waterproof phone bag
• and a dry bag for all of your other valuables
• snorkel set (may be expensive when bought there)

Travel disinfecting wipes

Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

Emergency motion sickness relief

• Pills
• Wristband

Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle

Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.

A vaccine card and passport protector

Vaccine cards frequently get worn. This vaccine card and passport protector protects these important documents and is trackable via AirTag if lost.

Travel first aid kit

This one is a excellent value.

Hand sanitizer

This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly option.

Voice and data SIM card

A SIM card that works in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

Room protection door lock

If going to a hostel or AirBNB, protect your room with a portable door lock.

AirTag to track your luggage

With airlines always losing things nowadays, an AirTag can find it anywhere on earth: AirTag for iPhones.

Anti-theft backpack

For added peace of mind, an anti-theft backpack protects your things.

Money/passport pouch

Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.

Travel pillow

An excellent option is this one

Airplane phone mount

Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

Luggage scale to avoid fees

Airlines charge excessive amounts for overweight luggage. Save money with this

Power bank for devices

A portable power bank, like this one

Voltage step down adapter

A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. Be sure to find the right kind. A lot of adapters available are just plugs and expect your devices to change the voltage themselves. If your electronics can't do that they could get fried. This one should work in most locations.

Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF

• SPF 50
• SPF 30

Skirts

• short
• long

Bug repellent

• best performing
• best performing natural solution

Insulated water bottle

Our first choice also filters harmful contaminants:

Waterproof sandals

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Sunglasses

• for men
• for women
• for kids

Loose-fit shorts

• for men
• for women

Breatheable shirts

A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:

• for men
• for women

Cool and dry dresses

These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.

Travel shoe storage

To protect your other stuff from dirty shoes and sandals,

If you're going to the beach

• swimwear
• a bathing suit cover-up (for women)
• beach blanket
• lightweight travel towels
• waterproof phone bag
• and a dry bag for all of your other valuables
• snorkel set (can be expensive bought locally)

A vaccine card and passport protector

Vaccine cards frequently get worn. This vaccine card and passport protector protects these documents and can also be tracked by AirTag if lost.

Emergency motion sickness relief

• Pills
• Wristband

Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle

Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.

Travel disinfecting wipes

Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

Travel first aid kit

This one is a superb choice.

Hand sanitizer

This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly choice.

Room protection door lock

If going to a hostel or AirBNB, get some added protection with a portable door lock.

AirTag to track your luggage

With airports frequently losing things recently, an AirTag can help you find it anywhere in the world: AirTag for iPhones.

Anti-theft backpack

For added protection, an anti-theft backpack protects your things.

Money/passport pouch

Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.

Voice and data SIM card

A SIM card that works in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

Luggage scale to avoid fees

Airlines charge large amounts for overweight luggage. Avoid surcharges with this

Power bank for devices

A portable power bank, like this one

Airplane phone mount

Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

Voltage adapter

A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. Ensure that you choose the right type. A lot of adapters for sale now are just plugs and expect your electronics to adjust the voltage themselves. If yours can't do that they could get destroyed. This one works in most countries.

Travel pillow

A good option is this one