What June is like in Guanacaste
June is solidly green season, with rainfall that varies day to day rather than following a fixed schedule. Late June can bring the veranillo de San Juan, a historical pattern of a few drier, sunnier days -- not something to count on, but a welcome stretch when it happens. Rivers and waterfalls run fuller than during dry season, and crowds are noticeably lighter at major attractions.
Where to go in June
Bijagua
A quiet mountain village at the gateway to Tenorio Volcano National Park and Río Celeste.
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Guanacaste
Costa Rica's Pacific province: dry forests, volcanic peaks and pristine Pacific beaches.
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La Fortuna & Arenal
Volcano scenery, hanging bridges, wildlife and hot springs in Costa Rica’s adventure capital.
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Monteverde
The jewel in the crown of Costa Rica's cloud forests.
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Papagayo
Private resorts, quiet bays and easy access to Guanacaste adventures.
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Playas del Coco
A convenient beach town with restaurants, live music and easy day-trip access.
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Playa Hermosa
A calm Guanacaste beach with a relaxed atmosphere near Papagayo and Coco.
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Rincón de la Vieja
Volcanic landscapes, waterfalls and high-energy adventures close to Liberia.
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Río Celeste
A turquoise river flowing through Tenorio Volcano National Park, one of Costa Rica's most magical natural wonders.
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Sámara
A relaxed beach district on Guanacaste's Nicoya Peninsula.
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Tamarindo
Costa Rica's buzzing Pacific surf town on the Nicoya Peninsula.
Explore →Recommended tours for June
Hanging Bridges & Sloths Experience
Private hanging bridges and sloth encounter, 3 suspension bridges through tropical forest, Llanos de Cortez Waterfall and an intimate sloth experience that inspires wonder in every age. Lunch included.
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Rincon de la Vieja Hiking Tour
Private full-day hiking in Rincon de la Vieja National Park, Guanacaste. Volcanoes, hot springs and wildlife with a certified bilingual guide. Book via WhatsApp.
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Waterfall Lovers Tour Costa Rica
Private Costa Rica waterfall and jungle tour. Discover hidden waterfalls with a certified local guide, exclusively for your group. Book via WhatsApp with Wild Papagayo.
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Sloth Adventure Tour Costa Rica
Private sloth wildlife encounter in the Costa Rica rainforest. Full-day private tour with certified bilingual guide. Book via WhatsApp with Wild Papagayo.
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Miravalles Volcano Waterfalls & Natural Spa
Private full-day at Miravalles Volcano, 3 cascading waterfalls, geothermal hot springs and volcanic mud treatments in a live crater. Lunch and all entrance fees included.
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Waterfall & Las Pumas Wildlife Rescue Center
Private half-day at Llanos del Cortes waterfall and Las Pumas Wildlife Rescue Center, swim under the falls, then meet pumas, jaguars, ocelots, monkeys and macaws. Lunch included. Certified bilingual guide.
View Experience →June travel guides
Costa Rica in September: Will Rain Ruin Your Tours?
September rain rarely cancels tours in Guanacaste and Arenal. Here's how the green season actually works and how to plan around it.
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Green Season Packing List: Guanacaste & Arenal
A practical, locally-informed packing guide for Costa Rica's Green Season, separating beach, rainforest, and transfer-day essentials for Guanacaste and Arenal.
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Should You Book Flights and Hotels Together?
It's the question every first-time visitor asks. The honest answer might surprise you — and it depends on one thing most booking sites won't tell you.
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Liberia Airport to Arenal & Papagayo: Drive Times & Stops
A practical guide to connecting Liberia Airport, Amor Arenal, and the Waldorf Astoria Papagayo, with drive times, worthwhile stops, activities near Arenal, and honest advice about September's green-season rain.
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Best Waterfalls Near Papagayo: Which Day Trip to Pick
A local look at the best waterfall day trips from Papagayo, comparing drive time, walking difficulty, swimming access and how each changes between green and dry season.
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How to Find Small-Group Volcano and Rainforest Tours in Costa Rica
Looking for a more personal Costa Rica adventure? Learn how to choose local guides, smaller tour groups and authentic volcano and rainforest experiences.
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La Fortuna to Playa Flamingo Without the Monkey Trail
Driving from La Fortuna to Playa Flamingo? Learn how to avoid Route 911, choose the paved route through Guanacaste and decide between driving or hiring a private transfer.
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Sea Turtles in Costa Rica: How to See Them Responsibly
Costa Rica’s Pacific and Caribbean beaches provide critical nesting habitat for sea turtles. Learn where they nest and how to observe them responsibly.
Read Article →Plan your Costa Rica in June experience with a local expert.
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