Traveling for a longer period of time to an exotic place like Costa Rica requires some special preparation.
You must know that due to its geographical location close to the equator the sun rises at 6 am and consequently sets twelve hours later again. There are no seasons as we know them in Europe. In Costa Rica the climate is tropical. The so-called wet season lasts from May to Octobre and the dry season from Novembre to April.
During the rainy months it will drizzle or rain harder frequently (usually in the afternoon). However the good thing is that the showers are more or less predictable and that the rain will pass off again soon after it has started.
Therefore an umbrella is a must - if you´re out and about in the city or in the country side. Alas, if you happen to be somwhere deep in the rainforest an umbrella will not shield you enough. But there is a remedy: a rain jacket! So I will avoid getting soaking wet by taking one with me wherever I go. I have read recommendations that suggest to do so as you will have your hands free to capture your stunning surroundings on camera.
A tropical climate means that Costa Rica is also home to wicked tiny biting and blood-sucking insects such as ticks and mosquitos. The latter can even carry diseases like malaria or the dengue fever. For this reason prevention is key. I have bought a special anti-insect spray (deet) to protect me when I´ll be making excursions to coastal areas. The central highlands are considered to be safe in terms of life-threatening diseases.
Moreover I will take with me a light-weight sleeping bag and towel which is also fast-drying. A Swiss knife, a miniature compass, LED flashlight and first-aid kit complete my survival equipment.
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