Why the Green Season is the Best Time to Visit Costa Rica (And Yes, We’re Serious)
From May to November, Costa Rica transforms into a lush, moody paradise — and while some folks run from the rain, the wise ones grab their ponchos and lean in. Welcome to the Green Season, aka Mother Nature’s VIP show. Here are 12 gloriously honest reasons you should visit when the jungle’s had its coffee.
- It’s So Green, Your Eyes Will File a Complaint
We’re talking HD-level, screensaver-worthy, did-someone-turn-up-the-saturation kind of green. The rainforest lives up to its name — and you’ll finally understand why it’s not just called “forest.” - Waterfalls Go Full Beyoncé
Dry season? More like “meh season” for waterfalls. But now? They explode off cliffs in slow-mo glory, like they’ve got a contract with a shampoo commercial. - You’ll Spend Less and Live More
Flights, hotels, car rentals — all discounted. Luxury becomes affordable, and suddenly that oceanfront villa with a private pool doesn’t sound so crazy. - The Wildlife is WILDIN’
Frogs sing louder, monkeys swing harder, and toucans flex their colors like it’s Fashion Week. Even the sloths look like they’re vibing with the rain. (Okay, maybe just sitting in it — but still.) - It’s Basically a Romantic Movie Set
Picture this: you, your person, a cup of fresh local coffee, and the soothing sound of rain on a tin roof. Add a cuddle, a hammock, and a little jungle frizz — that’s rainforest romance. - Crowds? What Crowds?
You’ll have beaches, trails, and waterfalls (almost) to yourself — just you and a curious iguana giving you side-eye. - Built-in Siesta Schedule
Afternoon rains = the universe telling you to nap. Seriously. Around 2 p.m., it’s like nature hits the snooze button. Hammock up, dream big. - Mud is the New Luxury
Trek through a trail, get gloriously dirty, and tell yourself it’s a natural spa treatment. The jungle doesn’t care — and neither should you. - Rainy Skies = Peak Drama for the ‘Gram
Dark clouds, golden rays, double rainbows, lightning shows — your camera roll is about to get emotional. And artsy. And maybe viral. - Hot Springs Are HOTTER
Cool rain falling as you soak in thermal pools? It’s like Mother Nature built you a steamy spa with mood lighting. BYO wine. - Locals Are Extra “Pura Vida”
They’re even more chill in the Green Season. You’ll hear “Tranquilo, mae” more often than you check your weather app — and eventually, you’ll believe it. - You Become a Jungle Badass
Hiking through mist, laughing in the rain, crossing puddles like a legend — you’re not soggy, you’re seasoned. Raincoat = cape. Mud splatter = war paint.
Bottom line? The Green Season is Costa Rica’s secret weapon.
It’s cheaper, wilder, and more authentic. So bring your boots, your sense of humor, and a love for the unpredictable. Because Costa Rica doesn’t just get wet — it comes alive.
Ready to dance in the rain? Let’s go. ¡Pura Vida!