![]() ![]() The town also has plenty to offer in terms of shops and restaurants.Ĭombines well with: Arenal Volcano, Monteverde, Rincon de la Vieja, Jaco, Guanacaste beaches The varied cultures have created a unique atmosphere with a comfortable laid back feel. The village is a melting pot of expatriates from various countries and local Ticos. It takes a little effort to access, but a visit to this fun town is well worth the trip. Why Mal Pais-Santa Teresa? Learn to Surf, Experienced Surfing, Yogaĭestination type: Off the beaten path, but high percentage of tourists to localsĬombines well with: Arenal Volcano, Monteverde, Rincon de la Vieja, Jaco, Guanacaste beachesĪnother well-kept secret, Montezuma is one of the most interesting beaches in Costa Rica. There is a wide variety of restaurants, shops, bars, yoga instructors, surf schools and small hotels along the beach drive. This fun beach area is home to some of Costa Rica’s best surfing beaches. Santa Teresa and Mal Pais are known for great surf, yoga retreats, nightlife and beautiful beaches. Why Playa Hermosa? Swimming, Snorkeling, Sport Fishingĭestination type: Somewhat off the beaten path for tourists, but popular among expats. The quiet village is spread out due to a small mangrove system, but there are plenty of restaurants and shops and close by. The beach is a couple kilometers long and lined with palm trees. Playa Hermosa is a beautiful beach village located only 20 minutes from Liberia Airport. Why Tamarindo? Swimming, Adventure, Learn to Surf, Experienced Surfing, Sport Fishingĭestination type: Popular destination for tourists. The village is home to plenty of restaurants, shops and fun night life. Some beaches are good for swimming and boogie boarding or learning to surf, while other beaches are better suited to experienced surfers. The village is located on a series of beaches that have something to offer just about everybody. Tamarindo is one of the most fun and popular beaches in Costa Rica. Why Samara? Swimming, Adventure, Wildlife, Learn to Surfĭestination type: Off the beaten path, but quickly gaining popularityĬombines well with: Arenal Volcano, Monteverde, Rincon de la Vieja, other Guanacaste beaches Location: Southern Guanacaste on the Nicoya Peninsula Not to be overlooked, Playa Carrillo is only 5 minutes south and considered to be the most beautiful beaches on the Pacific coast. This fun little beach town has a variety of small shops and plenty of restaurants to pass time between beaching and adventures. Read more about the Costa Rica Northwest Pacific by clicking on the links above or below.įor years, Samara has been one of the best kept secrets in Costa Rica, but the word is getting out. Playas Samara and Montezuma are more low key and provide a truly Costa Rican feel. Beach areas such as Tamarindo and Santa Teresa attract surfers, yoga enthusiasts and night life. The Gulf of Papagayo has the highest concentration of all-inclusive resorts and provides excellent swimming beaches. ![]() Rincon de la Vieja is an active volcano with natural hot springs in various places, but most visit for the adventure. The region stretches from northwest Guanacaste to the southern tip of the Nicoya Peninsula and includes popular destinations such as Rincon de la Vieja Volcano, the Gulf of Papagayo, Tamarindo, Samara, Santa Teresa and Montezuma. ![]() Though there is a rainy season, it is much shorter, making it a popular destination for beach goers. The majority of the Northwest Pacific region is considered to be tropical dry forest and therefore it is the driest region in Costa Rica. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |