Costa Rica Guide
Getting Around
By motorcycle
A motorcycle is one of the best ways to discover the diversity of Costa Rica. However, one should have a decent amount of experience on a motorcycle and will need a valid motorcycle license or endorsement, in order to rent a bike. Smaller motorcycles for day trips (125cc-155cc) can be rented in some beach towns (i.e. Jaco, Tamarindo), with daily rates from $60-80.
Those who want to tour the country can rent larger motorcycles or book guided tours out of San José. Once outside the Metropolitan area, an endless number of curvy back-roads and scenic gravel trails await the rider. While the notorious road conditions of Costa Rica can be tiring in a car, they are usually great fun on a dual-sport motorcycle (Enduro motorcycle) with its large suspension. Below is a selection of rental & tour agencies in San José.