Everything you need to know about shooting in Costa Rica

Costa Rica Jungle Photography Guide. 1

A complete guide to mastering photography. 1

In Costa Rica’s wild terrains. 1

By James Ringrose, Real Cool Photography Tours. 1

Contents. 2

Why Costa Rica? 3

Location. 9.236608, -83.769073. 3

Flights to Costa Rica. 4

Typical flight prices from US hubs. 4

Travel Tips for Photographers. 4

What the Jungle Demands. 5

Physical Challenges. 5

Gear Protection. 5

Wildlife Awareness. 5

Top 10 Photography Tips. 6

Top 10 Birds to Photograph. 6

Gear That Goes the Distance. 7

Recommended Gear. 7

Packing Checklist for Photographers. 8

Photography Gear. 8

Clothing & Accessories. 8

Essentials. 8

Pro Workflow for Editing. 9

Lightroom Tips. 10

Costa Rica Jungle Photography. 11

Composition in Chaos. 11

Staying Safe and Respectful. 12

Photography Tour Overview. 12

Final Thoughts + Quick Editing Tips. 13

Editing Advice. 13

Inspiration. 13

Frequently Asked Questions. 13

Will rain or humidity ruin the trip or my gear? 13

Do I need to be very fit for this tour? 14

Is this tour good for beginners? 14

Do I need special or expensive gear? 14

Is it safe to photograph wildlife? 14

What’s included in the price? 14

What if it rains all day? 14

How many people will be on the tour? 14

Will we cover editing techniques? 14

How do I get to the tour start point? 15

Photography Philosophy. 15

About the Author. 15

Best Time to Visit. 16

December – February. 16

March – April. 16

May – June. 16

July – August. 16

September – October. 17

November. 17

Join Our Real Cool Photography Tours  17