CANATUR Costa Rica

Canatur, the National Chamber of Tourism of Costa Rica, is an organization serving the country’s tourism sector. It brings together affiliated businesses and promotes tourism competitiveness, formal business practices, and collaboration across the industry. The chamber provides members with benefits, promotional opportunities, partnerships, and access to exclusive scholarships, as well as information on membership categories and requirements.

Canatur supports professional development through tourism training, courses, and events. Its activities address issues relevant to the sector, including climate resilience, migration, and the business environment. The organization also communicates industry news and advocacy positions, and shares resources through its blog, library, and travel guide, Explorando. For visitors and tourism businesses, its website highlights Costa Rica’s destinations and regions, including Guanacaste, the Caribbean, the Central Valley, and the Pacific coast. Services featured include Pura Vida Arrival Service at the airport and a reservation system. Through these programs and resources, Canatur connects tourism businesses, promotes the country as a destination, and contributes to discussion about the conditions that support a strong tourism industry.