Overview
The Costa Rica 200 is a nonstop 200 mile running journey across Costa Rica, from the Caribbean sea to the Pacific ocean.
Discover some of Costa Rica’s most hidden and picturesque communities and secrets along the 209 mile (335 km) course going from sea level to more than 8,000 ft (2424m), with temperatures ranging below 35℉ (2°C) on the highest point on the course and above 90℉ (32°C) on the lowlands near the coasts.
Quick Stats
Dates: May 5-10, 2025
Where: Caribbean coast of Costa Rica and across to the Pacific ocean.
Cutoff: 120 hours.
Distance: 207 miles / 332 kilometers.
Course: Point to Point.
Surface: jungle trails and singletracks, doubletrack, abandoned roads, farm trails, dirt, gravel and some paved roads (exact % 's tba).
Est. Total Elevation Gain: 54,123ft (16,401m).
Course Map: detailed course map tba
Registration: Includes GPS tracker, bib, racer insurance, medical support, official photo and video, live streaming, finisher medal, race t-shirt, fully marked course, 10 aid stations
Aid Stations: 10 fully stocked Aid Stations with hot food and beverages, medical support, sleeping areas and crew access.
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Entry Qualifications
Racer Entry Qualifications:
Medical Certificates and Proof of Results are all due no less than 30 days before the event. These items can be sent via email to info@costarica200.com
with Subject: RACER FULL NAME - RACER ENTRY QUALIFICATION. Do not send any of this proof to us before you officially register.
Failure to submit valid Racer Entry Qualification will result in registration deferral using our Registration Deferral Policies. .
MEDICAL: A Signed Official Medical Certificate certifying that the runner (must have full name written on it as well) is in the proper condition to participate in this event..
PROOF OF Finisher Results: for a 200 mile race completed within the last 24 months, or..
for a race of (or FKT/non-race run) 100K or longer completed within the last 12 months before the event start date (Official Results or valid Strava link are acceptable).
Awards
Each runner that completes the entire course following all the rules and regulations, will be granted a Costa Rica 200 finisher buckle. The first 3 places male and female category will also receive a unique trophy.
Awards distribution
1st Place Female/Male - cool buckle and trophy
2nd Place Female/Male - cool buckle and trophy
3rd Place Female/Male - cool buckle and trophy
We do not mail finisher buckles, these must be claimed in person at the Finish line.
Buckles are only for finishers that completed the entire course under the event rules. No Buckles will be given to racers that DNS (Did Not Start) or DNF (Did Not Finish).
Trophies must be claimed in person at the Awards Ceremony. We do not mail or transfer awards and/or trophies.
Registration Categories
RACERS - solo
Dec 4th - Jan 4th $1500 + fees
Jan 5th - Mar 31st $1650 + fees
Apr 1st - May 5th $1750 + fees
PACERS - solo
Dec 4th - Jan 4th $200 + fees
Jan 5th - Mar 31st $225 + fees
Apr 1st - May 5th $250 = fees
Travel Packages
Travel
Travel Add ons:
*We will be providing information and registration soon for crew/pacer travel packages that include the items below
Car rental Standard 4x4 SUV $165 p/d
Guide/driver services $125 p/d
Lodging
Pre race - San Jose (meeting city) $135 p/n double room
Post race - Quepos (finish line) $155 p/n double room
Shuttle service
Quepos (finish line) - San Jose/Airport - shared $50
Quepos (finish line) - San Jose/Airport - private $175
NOTE: You have the option to add or opt out for any of these options. This will be available at the registration page.
Flights
All flights should be booked in and out of San Jose International Airport (SJO).
Scheduled Airport shuttles only go to/from this airport.
Racers should book their flights to arrive no later than midday (12:00) on Sunday May 4th 2025 and departure flights no earlier than midday (12:00) on Sunday May 11th 2025.
Accommodation:
Accommodation is provided for registered racers (see Registration Details for more information).
There are basic accommodation facilities along the route near the Aid stations crew/pacer locations.
Single and double accommodation available.
Shuttles:
Airport Shuttles are available from the airport to host hotel and from Finish line to airport or host hotel
Scheduled shuttle transportation from San Jose to the start line is included for registered racers only.
Boat Transportation:
The Start line (prologue) is only accessible by boat, all boat transportation is included in Racer Registration.
Vehicles:
It is possible to participate in this event without renting a vehicle and without crew/pacers, though it is recommended to rent a vehicle if a racer wants to have Crew and/or Pacers.
Vehicles can be rented on your own, or the organization can assist by booking the right vehicle for your needs with our partner car rental, and if desired, we can also provide the service of a bilingual guide-driver that will help and assist during the entire race. (additional charges are applied)
Event's current local time: 3:50 AM CAT
