The best time to visit this part of the country is during the dry season, from December to May. However, September, October, and November can get very wet in the Upala area.

The weather in Costa Rica is generally quite wet year-round. This is because there are many rainforests in Upala, and many things grow. But it's less wet from December to April, the traditional dry season in Costa Rica. It's worth noting that this reason sees quite a bit of flooding during a heavy rainy season, particularly in September, October, and November. Temperatures remain hot and humid all year round.

This is a safe part of Costa Rica as far as crime goes. It's a rural area with a low population density. However, you should take care here during the peak of the rainy season when flooding can occur. 

From LIR Airport: 70 miles (113 kilometers), about 2 hours.

All Costa Rican Vacations packages include an airport "meet and greet" service and private transfers with English-speaking drivers. This means you're all set when you arrive in-country - just sit back, relax, and our driver will get you to your destination.

If you're driving from Guanacaste Airport to Upala, give yourself a couple of hours. If you're renting a car at the airport, allow yourself an hour to sort that out.

Once you have your car, drive out of the airport and turn left. You'll head towards Liberia and hit a junction with the PanAmerican Highway. Turn right and keep heading south towards the town of Cañas. You'll see an intersection before you get to Cañas (after passing through Bagaces). Take that right-hand turn and head north on Ruta 6.

Keep following this road to Upala, and you'll arrive soon enough.