Say “I do” in Costa Rica. Costa Rica Escapes plans the wedding travel, so you and your guests are taken care of from arrival to farewell.
Imagine your ceremony at sunset on the beach, on a mountaintop surrounded by rainforest, or at the base of a volcano. We specialize in intimate, personal destination weddings in Costa Rica, and we coordinate travel for you and every guest: host hotel, venues, airport transfers, group activities and meals. Our operations team works from Turrialba, Costa Rica, with a US office in Park City, Utah.
Planning starts with a conversation about your vision, followed by a custom proposal with several hotels and venues to choose from. Getting started takes one short form at the bottom of this page, and proposals are free.
Costa Rica Destination Weddings at a Glance
Quick answers to what couples ask us first.
Great for: intimate weddings, beach and mountain ceremonies, and weddings followed by a honeymoon. Start with the short form below.
How We Plan a Costa Rica Destination Wedding
Our standard planning process takes at least six months. We start with a phone call or meeting about your vision, then send a custom proposal with several host hotels and venues. Plans change along the way, and we adjust with you as they do.
| Step | What Happens |
|---|---|
| 1. Custom proposal | You receive wedding itinerary options and ideas, with several hotels and venues to compare. |
| 2. Planning visit | We suggest a 3-7 day trip to Costa Rica to meet our team and tour your top hotels and venues. We coordinate it with you. |
| 3. Host hotel | You choose a host hotel. Its location shapes the rest of the plan. |
| 4. Venues | You choose the ceremony and reception venues, plus a rehearsal dinner venue if you want one. |
| 5. Inclusions | You decide what to include for guests, such as the rehearsal dinner, group activities, group meals and airport transportation. |
| 6. Guest packages | We create and price your guests’ travel packages. |
| 7. Save-the-Dates | Send them out. From here, we handle guest travel questions and bookings. |
What We Handle for You and Your Guests
Host hotel and venues
We propose hotels and venues that fit your style, guest count and budget, then help you choose.
Guest travel packages
Each guest gets clear, packaged pricing for lodging, transfers and activities, so you’re not coordinating everyone’s plans yourself.
Private transfers
Private drivers meet guests at the airport and handle transfers between stops.
Group activities and meals
Group adventure activities, tours and group meals that make the trip about more than one day.
Detailed itineraries
We create detailed wedding and travel itineraries, so guests know exactly where to be and when.
Support during the trip
Our team and an in-country host are on hand while you and your guests travel, and we’re reachable 24/7 for emergencies.
Stay on after your guests fly home. We’ll plan a private honeymoon to Arenal Volcano, the Pacific coast, the Caribbean or somewhere more remote.
Photos from a Costa Rica Escapes Wedding
These photos are from a Costa Rica beach wedding we planned. Local musicians, Costa Rican cuisine and a Pura Vida atmosphere gave everyone a memorable experience. Photos courtesy of Argento Photography.
What Our Wedding Couples Say
I am so impressed! I have never been so prepared or so excited about a vacation or wedding! … Especially handling last-minute additions. And right down to a complete packing list! Kudos!
Read more reviews from our travelers on our testimonials page, Google, TripAdvisor and Facebook.
Costa Rica Destination Wedding FAQs
How far ahead should we start planning a Costa Rica destination wedding?
Plan on at least six months. That gives time to choose a host hotel and venues, build guest travel packages and send Save-the-Dates. For weddings over Christmas and New Year’s, start 10-12 months ahead, since December 20 to January 5 is peak season and hotels fill early.
What does Costa Rica Escapes do for a destination wedding?
We design a custom proposal with several host hotels and venues, help you choose your wedding, reception and rehearsal dinner venues, and build travel packages for your guests, including lodging, airport transfers, group activities and meals. We’re a one-stop resource for your guests’ travel, so you don’t have to coordinate everyone’s plans yourself.
Should we visit Costa Rica before the wedding?
We suggest it. A 3-7 day planning trip lets you meet our team and tour the proposed hotels and venues in person, which makes choosing much easier. We’ll coordinate the visit with you.
Where can we get married in Costa Rica?
Couples choose beaches at sunset, mountaintops surrounded by rainforest, or settings near a volcano. Your host hotel usually shapes where the ceremony, reception and rehearsal dinner happen, and we’ll present several options that fit your style, guest count and budget.
How many guests can you plan for?
There’s no fixed maximum. The main consideration is planning time: the larger the group, the earlier we need to start to secure the right lodging, transportation and activities.
How much does a Costa Rica destination wedding cost?
Every wedding is quoted individually, based on your host hotel, venues, guest count, dates and the inclusions you choose. Planning and proposals are free, and your guests get clear, packaged pricing for their own travel.
Can you plan our honeymoon too?
Yes. Many couples add a private honeymoon after the wedding. See our Costa Rica honeymoon itineraries for ideas.
Do you book flights for guests?
Most guests book their own international flights, often with miles or points, but we can arrange flights for an added per-person fee. We’ll build guest transfers around their arrival times.
Get Help Planning Your Costa Rica Wedding
Fill out the short form below to get started. Here’s what happens next.
Tell us about your wedding
Send the form below with your phone number, preferred dates, approximate guest count and the setting you’re dreaming of.
Hear back within 24 hours
A real person on our team replies within 24 hours to set up a call about your vision, at no cost.
Get your custom proposal
We send hotel and venue options, then build guest travel packages once you’ve chosen.
Prefer to talk now? Call 314-808-7232.