Central & South Highlands

The Central and Southern Highlands of Costa Rica are stunning, with lush forests, coffee plantations, and charming towns. Perfect for adventure and relaxation, this region offers hiking, bird watching, and rich local culture.

Turrialba & Irazu Volcanic Region

Finca Quijote

Secluded hilltop farm camping with 360° views above the Atirro River in Pejibaye

Hacienda Ganadera Tapantí, S.A.

Riverside cattle-ranch camping beside Tapantí National Park in Orosí

Camping Catarata Las Trillizas

Triple-waterfall nature attraction on a working dairy farm near Turrialba

Finca Tres Equis Farm and Forest

Beautiful, family-friendly farm property between the Pacific and Caribbean coasts with direct access to the Pacuare river

Camping at Pochotel

Peaceful campsite in between the Pacific and Carribean Coasts with stunning views of the Turrialba Volcano

Finca Retos del Irazú

Perfect isolated camping spot in the mountains close to the Irazú Volcano National Park

Central Costa Rica

Pozas y Cascadas La Presa

Waterfall lodge with 5 cascadas, hanging bridges, and a camping zone in Toro Amarillo, Río Cuarto

Camping Finca San Antonio

Rural mountain camping on a farm in the cool highlands of Copey de Dota

Finca La Troja

Rural mountain camping beside a canyon, river and caves in the hills of Acosta

Roca Vista Camping

Tranquil mountain camping and mirador just south of San Ramón

Camping Pura Calma

Peacefulness in a non touristy Cloud Forest

Aventura y Camping Poza Blanca

Family-friendly riverside camping between San Jose and the Pacific Coast

Camping at Mirador Tinamú

Hidden in the heart of the central volcanic range with stunning views of a volcanic crater lagoon

Catarata Tesoro Escondido

Beautiful camping spot with access to hidden waterfalls, scenic views, and forest trails

Paraiso Manantiales

Simple secluded rainforest spot with access to an intermediate waterfall hike and a small local restaurant

Southern Mountain Ranges

Camping La Cima

Remote 4×4-access camping with unique highland views in Pérez Zeledón

Centro Etnoturístico El Descanso

Unique rural campsite where you can learn from the Indigenous people of Costa Rica

Finca Las Mercedes

Best camping spot for an authentic family coffee farm experience

Truchas Selva Madre Restaurant & Camping

Camping spot in an isolated mountain range with trails to hidden waterfalls

Featured Activities

Great activities to do near our recommended campsites in the Central & South Highlands

Cloudbridge Nature Reserve

Private nature reserve in the cloud forest with pristine trails and breathtaking views

Los Quetzales National Park

Isolated and beautiful high-altitude hike through the cloud forest

Las Mercedes Coffee Farm

An authentic and historical tour of a generational coffee farm

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