Our Mission

Most of the Costa Rica 200 mile course will follow the El Camino de Costa Rica, a walking route developed and maintained by Asociación Mar a Mar, a non-profit association for rural development. 

The main objective of El Camino de Costa Rica is to give travelers an opportunity to immerse themselves in the heart of the country. While contributing to the economy in some of the most remote communities and indigenous territories in Costa Rica, in areas of the country many nationals have not even visited.

Costa Rica 200 will collaborate with and support the objectives of the El Camino de Costa Rica by:

1. Creating new opportunities and incentivizing the local economy by attracting a new group of adventure seekers to the route. 

2. Aid stations, course preparation and management, accommodations, meals and other services provided during the race, will all be sourced, hosted and managed by the locals along the route.