Hey, Cody here 👋
Our passion for Costa Rica
Costa Rica is my special place. I fell in love with the country during my first trip in 2008 when I was obsessed with surf photography. I’ve returned many times over the years, and in 2021, I made a trip down there with my then fiancé Anna. She immediately fell in love with the pura vida lifestyle, just as I had over a decade before. We got married a year later and decided that our plan was to move to Costa Rica sometime in the future.
Well… we made it. We live in Playa Flamingo full-time now. It started with a condo in Playa Flamingo, and this site began as me writing travel tips, guides, and day trips for our guests. The site grew into Ultimate Pura Vida, and hosting grew into Colibri Hospitality, the small rental and tours company we run in Flamingo. There are no stock images here. Every photo is from our own adventures.
We spend our free time exploring the country and sharing what we learn. Our guides are quick, easy reads with no ads getting in the way. From cloud forests to beaches, markets to waterfalls, we hope they inspire you to discover Costa Rica for yourself.
We’re here to help you plan your trip and experience the true meaning of “pura vida.” Check out our posts here and let’s connect about your upcoming trip. Thanks for your support!
