If you’re the type of guy who takes his responsibilities seriously, you’re probably getting pretty worked up just thinking about the bachelor party that awaits you. You want it to be special, but you don’t want to spend thousands of dollars on an out-of-this-world experience that will leave you broke in the end. This guide has all the info you need to plan the perfect bachelor party in Costa Rica, including fun activities and budget-friendly hotels. Before you know it, you’ll be having the time of your life—and ready to settle down with your fiancée!

Picking the destination
If you’re looking for a sexy tropical destination that also offers tons of activities, then Costa Rica is just what you need. It’s warm all year round and has pristine beaches, making it a popular vacation spot. Not only that, but it has some fantastic snorkeling spots and plenty of other things to do. You can visit a rainforest or go zip lining through its lush forests for example. If you have time, why not head off on an ATV ride or even try surfing? You can truly enjoy yourself here with your friends and remember your bachelor days forever!

Getting your accommodations
If you’re staying more than one night, find a place with a hot tub for at least some of your stay. The ultimate bachelorette party does not end when everything else does! A day spent laughing and playing with your closest friends will inevitably leave you feeling like you need to decompress, so be sure that there is somewhere fun for everyone—not just at night time but also during daytime hours. Find somewhere that offers yoga classes or massage services as well. Packages are great here, as is booking online and asking about deals ahead of time.

Deciding on activities
After you know where you want to go, it’s time to pick what you want to do. Make a list of activities—whether that be zip lining, hot air ballooning, or surfing lessons—and assign who will go with whom. You could also create a day-by-day itinerary so your group can get the most out of their trip together. The best part? It doesn’t have to cost a ton of money. There are free (or very cheap) tours around many tourist destinations and plenty of interesting things within walking distance from hotels that can make for fun afternoon excursions. Get creative and find ways for everyone (even those who don’t drink much) to have fun!

Booking transportation
Transportation should be at or near the top of your list of things to book for your bachelor party. You’ll want a way for everyone to get from point A (your house) to point B (the club, nightclub, bar, beach resort, etc.) Not only will you want good transportation, but you’ll also want a few options that might be best based on how many people are going and how much luggage they’re bringing. One option could be an airport shuttle/limo that can drop everyone off at one location; another could be an open-air bus that takes guests from one main location directly to another; yet another option could simply be renting cars for those who wish to drive themselves.

Budgeting
The best thing you can do before heading out on a bachelor party trip is to find out how much money you can spend. Most people agree that $5,000 is a fair amount of money to spend on a bachelor party. The next step is figuring out where that $5,000 needs to go, and it’s important to remember that not all expenses are created equal. You don’t need an all-inclusive resort for your weekend; a luxury hotel room with nice amenities and great views is going to cost significantly more than if you rented some apartments at a beachside resort community.

Fun ideas while you are there
– Play with exotic wild animals, such as bachelor party jaco , monkeys, and toucans. – Fly over rain forests on a zip line canopy tour. – Get up close with sloths at Manuel Antonio National Park. – Horseback ride along a beach, wave surf, or parasail above it. – Jet ski down volcanoes off Puntarenas coast. – Challenge yourself at a surfing or windsurfing school near Jaco Beach. – Explore Mayan history while riding horses through jungle trails at Santa Rosa National Park in La Fortuna, San Carlos, and Monteverde areas.