Driving in Costa Rica is not for everyone. So make sure you know what you are getting before driving a car in Costa Rica The following are the seven most frequently asked questions about driving in Costa Rica These questions come to my favorite podcasts in Costa Rica from people in the U.S., Canada and Europe.
1. What kind of cars can be rented?
Renting a car in Costa Ricamore expensive than the U.S. so that most people rent smaller more compact cars that are a little 'less.
Rates differ in high season you pay more. About $ 20 or more per day. Rent at Christmas / New Year is another $ 50 or more per week. I watched five rental car hire in Costa Rica and the average rent for a small car like a Toyota Yaris will cost $ 205 for about a week. Please note that this is not theinsurance law, in addition to at least $ 10-20 per day is required. So you are looking for $ 250-300 per week rent a small car pro.
Here are all the major car rental in Costa Rica as Hertz, Avis, Dollar, Budget, and others.
2. I s driving a good idea?
It depends. Driving in Costa Rica than in other countries, a rate very scary for most. Costa Rica is one of the highest vehicleIncidents in the world. Traffic rules and speed limits are often ignored. Crazy for alleys and illegal turns are common. indicators are rarely used and dangerous past is widespread. You could track start, when suddenly a car enters the lane on the wrong track, because they are blind with A. The roads are in poor condition, and large holes, which can severely damage the cartogether.
Even if the worst road conditions in areas of beach are the real driving is not as scary as traffic, not less, because the roads are the best people tend to go a bit 'slower.
I like the car had to hire my transport, one thing is something I like to do, but it all depends on your comfort. I have friends and relatives who have never been pushed out of the United States, they were scary to drive, but had to be a fun adventure. So take it easyand slow and you will be fine. Do not worry about other drivers, just your thing.
3. I need rental car insurance?
By law you have the INS (Instituto Nacional de Seguros) liability insurance, regardless of your auto insurance coverage or credit card. Insurance is required by law such as TPL, SLI, SLC or API known. Costs range from $ 10-20 USD per day depending on the type of vehicle. This insurance covers onlyDamage to other people, cars or property. You have to buy additional coverage is damage to the car o. credit card details or auto insurance may possess, however, call your insurance agent as the home before leaving for Costa Rica and ask if the insurance covers damage in Costa Rica You might want to call on Your credit card company and ask them the same question. If your policyIt extends in Costa Rica there you go, and you do not need additional coverage. If the object is not true, then I recommend the inclusion of an additional policy offered by car rental agencies.
Optional LDW or CDW - Collision Damage Waiver, the agency covers the cost of the deductible amount is the machine and a machine depends on. Costs range from $ 10-20 USD per day.
Optional Zero Liability - This reduces yourLiability to zero from theft and vandalism, as the costs of this insurance is between $ 20.05 USD per day depending on the agency and car.
How can the cost of insurance in a hurry so it's important that you check with your insurance agent and your credit card company, in the meantime, you may not even have the option / additional coverage.
If your insurance agent gives you the thumbs do me a favor and do it in writing! You do not want allSurprises.
4. What are the needs of car rental in Costa Rica?
Requirements with them, depending on the agency to monitor how you drive. Most require a valid driving license (one is the country of origin or in order) to provide a valid passport with entry stamp, has commissioned the Costa Rica-liability insurance, and you must be at least 21 years.
5. E 'safe to drive at night?
The problem driving at night is not a crime, it is onlyreckless driving and poor road conditions, which are made even worse if you have poor visibility. The streets are dark and will be pitch black to make it uncertain watch 6:00 to go for a novice pilot.
6. What are the conditions of the road, how?
Road conditions are very poor compared to the super-highways of the United States or the motorway in Germany. The pilots have to deal with dangerous driving of motorists, huge holes, and alsoThe highway is a two-lane road. The streets usually worsens during the rainy season because the road washed by mudslides from the mountains.
7. Which side of the road traveling to Costa Rica?
On the right side, as in the U.S. and Canada.
One last tip
Make a copy of the profile page of the passport and entry stamp and bring your documents with your rental car. You might be stopped by the police and getneed this to show them. Do not take your passport with you just make copies. The government of Costa Rica, you can now make copies of your passport, rather than real.
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