Yes. Costa Rica is politically stable and naturally peaceful. Costa Rican people are friendly and helpful and no natural disasters will put your life at risk.

Safety then, is up to you:

• Wear sun protection. Costa Rica is only 10o north of the equator and the sun can do a lot of damage really quickly, especially on beautiful beaches like Manuel Antonio or Santa Teresa.
• Drink lots of water. It’s easy to get dehydrated when you’re not used to tropical temperatures.
• Beware of riptides and strong waves in the ocean. Be sure to double-check with locals before getting in the water. If you get caught in a current, the most important thing to do is to keep calm and not fight it. At some point the current will bring you to calmer water. Don’t swim against it. Just concentrate on keeping afloat. Usually Caribbean beaches like Cahuita or Gandoca have less intense currents.
• Keep good hygiene habits, like washing your hands before meals and after going to the bathroom. Keep an antibacterial gel handy
• Bring along any prescription medication you will need on your trip. There are drugstores here but it’s best to be prepared with your own medications.
• Wear insect repellent in areas with mosquitoes. There are rarely reports of dengue and chinkungunya outbreaks, but it’s better to be on guard against those diseases. Colder places like San Gerardo de
• Dota and Monteverde are mosquito-free, so you’ll be safe there.
• Regarding thefts and mugging, simply apply common sense like keeping your valuables locked in the hotel safety box, locking the door to your car and not getting drunk with strangers or walking down dark alleys.

If you ever find yourself in an emergency, simply dial 911. Costa Rica has an excellent emergency-attending network.