What to wear on an off-road tour in Costa Rica

April 2026 2 min min read

Dust, sun, river crossings and shaded jungle — Guanacaste throws all of it at you in one ride. Pack smart and you'll have way more fun.

Wear

Closed-toe shoes (sneakers or hiking shoes), comfortable shorts or light pants, a t-shirt you don't mind getting muddy.

Sunscreen (reef-safe if you're combining with the beach), sunglasses, a hat or cap, and a small bottle of water if you want extra.

Helmet, goggles, bilingual guide, fuel and bottled water on every tour. A bandana add-on is available for $10 if you want extra dust protection.

A change of clothes. Trails get muddy in the green season and you'll thank yourself for a dry shirt in the car ride back.

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