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THE TOP 10 Tamarindo Snorkeling (w/Prices)

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THE 10 BEST Tamarindo Scuba Diving & Snorkeling Activities

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1. Tamarindo Snorkel & Sunset Cruise with Lunch

By Marlin Del Rey Sailing Tours

4–5 hours

Spend an afternoon at sea with this snorkeling cruise from Tamarindo aboard a catamaran. You’ll sail along the Gold Coast…

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$100.00

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2. Dream Chaser The Fun Catamaran in Tamarindo (All inclusive)

By Dream Chaser Tamarindo

5 hours

The Dream Chaser Catamaran is all about quality, service and going above and beyond. You’ll notice the difference immediately…

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$89.00

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3. Fundive Catalina Islands (2 dives only for certified divers)

By TamaDive

6+ hours

Immerse yourself in the tropical water and rich marine life of the Catalina Islands on a guided scuba diving excursion. …

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$150.00

per adult

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4. Sunset Sailing Tour on Ti Marouba catamaran Tamarindo

By Ti-Marouba

5 hours

Go sailing on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica for an afternoon of maritime delights that ends with watching the sunset over…

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$95.00

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5. Discover Scuba Diving

By TamaDive

6+ hours

Scuba dive without a certification! There is nothing like breathing underwater for the very first time! It takes a little…

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Recommended by 98% of travelers

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$195.00

per adult

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6. Discover Spearfishing course

By Freedive Costa Rica

5–6 hours

Have you ever thought how cool it would be to dive underwater on one breath and coming back with your dinner? This Spearfishing…

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$192.10

per adult

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7. Half-Day Snorkeling Experience in Tamarindo

By Tamarindo Diving

5 hours

Experience a 5-hour getaway with a professional guide. Enjoy two snorkeling sessions in pristine water rich in marine life…

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$95.00

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8. Pura Vida Day Trip

By Pura Vida Day Trip

6+ hours

What’s the best thing about this day ? That we do only what
we are confortable with, want to test your limits? We will…

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$180.00

per adult

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9. Catalina Island Diving Tour From Tamarindo and Langosta

By Tamarindo Diving

5 hours

Get ready for diving in one of the most incredible and wonderful places for diving and snorkeling in Costa Rica : The Catalina…

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Recommended by 94% of travelers

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$160.00

per adult

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10. Snorkeling Costa Rica

By Seafari Costa Rica

4 hours

This is a boat service share with divers. The guide will be with you on the water at a maximum depth of 12 feet; spotting…

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$95. 00

per adult

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11. Discover Scuba Diving

By Tamarindo Diving

5 hours

Discover Scuba Diving is an experience that will allow you to go diving without a certification. This includes a theory …

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Recommended by 95% of travelers

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$203.08

per adult

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12. Private Sailing Tour on catamaran Playtide Charters Tamarindo CR All inclusive

By Playtide Catamaran & Charters

5 hours

Our family will be very happy to have you on this adventure in our beautiful 38-foot Fountaine Pajot Athena where we will…

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$533.34

per adult

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13. Fishing/Private Boat Tour in Tamarindo with Snorkeling

By Costa Tamarindo

4 hours

Our boat is called “Sea Life”. With it we can cover different corners and enjoy the fauna of the areas near Tamarindo beach…

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$480.00

per group

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14. PADI Open Water Diver Course

By TamaDive

3 days

TamaDive is focused on safety and personalized service. Don’t worry about anything; that’s our job!
In this 3 days course…

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$705.00

per adult

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15. PADI Rescue Diver Course

By TamaDive

3 days

TamaDive is focused on safety and personalized service. Don’t worry about anything; that’s our job!
In this 2-3 days course…

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$705. 00

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16. Open Water Diver Certification OWD

By Tamarindo Diving

3+ days

The Open Water Diver (OWD) is the most famous certification, recognized all over the world.
A certified open water diver…

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$703.59

per adult

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17. Scuba Refresher Course (half day)

By TamaDive

6+ hours

Groups for refreshers have a maximum size of 4 divers therefore you will not miss out on any kind of skill you want to practice…

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$205.81

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18. PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course

By TamaDive

3 days

TamaDive is focused on safety and personalized service. Don’t worry about anything; that’s our job!
In this 3 days course…

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$705.00

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19. Bull shark experience

By TamaDive

6+ hours

Bull shark diving at Bat Island is a very exciting and Adrenalin loaded experience. It’s a deep dive to see the sharks and…

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$350.00

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20. Refresher Scuba Diving Course Costa Rica

By Tamarindo Diving

1–2 days

Our Refresh course will allow you to remember the basics of scuba diving and practice alongside one of our instructors.
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$193.85

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21. Tamarindo Stand Up Paddleboarding with Snorkeling at Captain Island

By Native’s Way

2–3 hours

Paddleboard over to Captain Island in the Tamarindo Bay! No need for experience, we will give you a lesson before if you…

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$56.42

per adult

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22. Advanced Open Water Dive Certification in Tamarindo

By Tamarindo Diving

5 hours

If you already have your Open Water scuba diving certification take your skills to the next level and attain Advanced Open…

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$653.54

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23. Sea Scooter Snorkeling tour

By Freedive Costa Rica

4–5 hours

Snorkeling is easier and more fun with Sea Scooters! You can travel farther and faster (up to 3mph), which enables you to…

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$135.60

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24. Snorkeling at Catalina Islands

By TamaDive

6+ hours

Jump into the water with our expert guides who take you around the rocky facades of the Catalina Islands in search of sharks…

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Recommended by 92% of travelers

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$85.00

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Deborah R
Herndon, VA28 contributions
Sailing in paradise!
Hands down our most fun adventure in Costa Rica was our sailing trip with Marlin Del Rey! We set sail on a spectacular, clear, breezy day. The crew did an amazing job, ensuring both the smooth operations of the catamaran, and seeing to the guests. We were greeted by sea turtles when we set anchor for our afternoon swim. Lunch was delicious. A perfect afternoon!
Review of: Tamarindo Snorkel & Sunset Cruise with Lunch
Written February 7, 2023
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Ryan K
2 contributions
Relaxing ride
I’ve been on this type of tour before and it was similar to the others. Once we arrived at the meeting point on the beach there was several boats meeting their clients there. The boat was anchored out in the harbor so you have to take a small boat to get to the main ship. We had about 29 people on our boat which was just enough any more and it would have been crowded. The crew did a wonderful job making sure everyone was comfortable throughout the journey. We travelled for about 60 minutes before stopping to snorkel, swim, float. Th captain allowed you to jump off the roof which was fun, advice don’t wear any watch that isn’t secured as it may come off like mine did. If you are closer to Tamarindo the better as traffic leaving at night was heavy.
Review of: Dream Chaser The Fun Catamaran in Tamarindo (All inclusive)
Written February 9, 2020
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Maria
London, UK3 contributions
Good craic 👌
Sharks, rays, scorpion fish, lots of puffers and beautiful starfish. What else could I ask for?
Maybe some Mantas next time plz 😁
Review of: Fundive Catalina Islands (2 dives only for certified divers)
Written February 7, 2023
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Saeedna
Netanya, Israel89 contributions
Magical experience overall as well as we got to see humpback whales!
This trip was one of best decisions we made and highlight of our trip!
at first when they said its 6 hours i was sceptical, however there was sooo much to do! the whole atmosphere from the get go, the music, the snacks and food, the crew was amazing and super exciting! they danced and sang the whole way!
The stop near a secluded island was magical especially for honeymooners like us! it was all we planned and beautiful; we did some snorkeling and swam in the ocean.
And they cherry on top, on our way back while watching the sunset, the crew suddenly stopped the boat and headed on a different direction because…THEY SPOTTED A
A WHALE!!! and we got closer and it was a humpback whale!! it was just super magical!!
Highlyyy recommend it, the crew is amazing making doing everything from pure joy!
Recommended for couples and families and friends!!
Review of: Sunset Sailing Tour on Ti Marouba catamaran Tamarindo
Written February 7, 2023
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StayInWhistler
2 contributions
If you’re on the fence, book and do this tour
An awesome, awesome time. Remo was the man. The equipment was brand new. Things were ran smoothly. We saw amazing wildlife. You got to do this!
Review of: Discover Scuba Diving
Written January 27, 2023
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Philip B
1 contribution
Excellent will definitely do again
Amazing day out with brilliant guides who know what they’re doing, will definitely do again and highly recommend!
Review of: Discover Spearfishing course
Written December 30, 2022
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Aurélia
Lausanne, Switzerland16 contributions
Snorkeling at Las Catalinas
We went snorkeling with Tamarindo Diving and had a great time! The team is absolutely wonderful and we could see nice and lovely schools of fish 🙂 Las Catalinas is a nice place for snorkeling although maybe not the best one (but on that day it was very windy and a bit blurry, that’s probably why).
If you choose snorkeling, the only thing to know is that the tour is generally with/for divers and you stop in different areas that can fit everyone 😉
Review of: Half-Day Snorkeling Experience in Tamarindo
Written March 26, 2021
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Landon R
3 contributions
Highlight of vacation
I’ve been to Costa Rica a couple of times and it’s my pleasure to say this was one of the best activities I’ve done. Esteban knows the area very well and gave us a couple of options on things we could do. He took us on a hike that took us to an eye dropping view of Pirates Bay. If you don’t like hiking then there’s snorkeling, if you don’t like either then you can explore the private beach. If you don’t like that beach, there are other private beaches he can take you to each having their own beauties. This is a “must do” if you’re going to Costa Rica.
Review of: Pura Vida Day Trip
Written September 12, 2022
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RachelF1975
Columbia, SC10 contributions
Loved it!
Fantastic experience!
Everything about our dives with Tamarindo Diving, from initial reservation to final waves goodbye, was wonderful. Every person we encountered was incredibly friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. We saw many varieties of fish, rays, and sharks. The boat was clean, the gear fit well and was well-maintained, and the dives were highly enjoyable. We loved our day spent with Tamarindo Diving!
Review of: Catalina Island Diving Tour From Tamarindo and Langosta
Written December 20, 2022
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Hilary W
4 contributions
Fantastic snorkeling trip with Alejandro
Our family of four had a great snorkeling trip with Alejandro at Playa Mina, a beautiful secluded beach near Tamarindo. Alejandro was a fantastic guide. He was personable and shared his love and knowledge of Costa Rica with us. It felt like we were out with a good friend. We hired many guides on our trip and he was definitely our favorite. Book him if you can!
Review of: Snorkeling Costa Rica
Written February 19, 2020
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Zachary J
1 contribution
DSD trip
This was a great experience. Everyone was very friendly and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend.
Review of: Discover Scuba Diving
Written November 11, 2022
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Robbie A
2 contributions
Excelente
Excelent tour, excelent food, excelent sunset, beautiful beaches. I want to come back to enjoy with my friends
Review of: Private Sailing Tour on catamaran Playtide Charters Tamarindo CR All inclusive
Written July 5, 2022
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Boulder
3 contributions
Family fun
We are a family of four, with two kids ages 7 and 11. We had the option to do snorkeling and coast fishing or deep sea fishing. My kids really wanted to catch a fish to eat, so deep sea it was. We drove out to sea for about an hour, saw some turtles and dolphins on the way, then started fishing and pretty quickly caught two mahi mahi, which was very exciting! Just about when we were going to call it done, we hooked a black tuna. My kids each reeled in a fish! We took the mahi mahi direct to the Chingurita restaurant where you are dropped off, and they cooked it fresh. Muy bueno! Juan Pablo was very gracious and communication was wonderful for pick-up. The boat captain was also very kind.
Review of: Fishing/Private Boat Tour in Tamarindo with Snorkeling
Written November 26, 2022
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Ryan K
1 contribution
Can’t wait to dive with Tamadive again
I am so fortunate to have picked Tamadive to facilitate and teach my PADI open water certification. Remo was very knowledgeable and created a learning environment that was patient and supportive. I felt like I could ask any question I had. I would recommend for anybody travelling Costa Rica to make a stop in Tamarindo and experience scuba diving with the Tamadive team.
After I completed my certification, I booked 2 more dive days with the Tamadive team and both days were incredible. Jose and Caspar were great dive guides and did everything to ensure that we had a great experience. I can’t wait to dive again with the Tamadive team.
Review of: PADI Open Water Diver Course
Written January 20, 2023
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Dan T
Plano, TX57 contributions
Perfect experience with Tamadive
Perfect experience doing Rescue class and fun dives with Tamadive. Attentive and experienced instructor, excellent equipment, good dive sites and a lot of fun along the way. Highly recommended!
Review of: PADI Rescue Diver Course
Written June 12, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tamarindo

These experiences are best for scuba & snorkeling in Tamarindo:

Tamarindo Snorkel & Sunset Cruise with Lunch
Sunset Sailing Tour on Ti Marouba catamaran Tamarindo
Dream Chaser The Fun Catamaran in Tamarindo (All inclusive)
Snorkeling Costa Rica
Half-Day Snorkeling Experience in Tamarindo

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These places are best for scuba & snorkeling in Tamarindo:

Blue Water Adventures
Banana Surf School
Be Salty
Pura Vida Snorkeling
Ocean Tours Costa Rica

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These are the best places for kid-friendly scuba & snorkeling in Tamarindo:

Blue Water Adventures
Banana Surf School
Be Salty
TamaDive
Loco Tours Costa Rica

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These are the best places for couples seeking scuba & snorkeling in Tamarindo:

Banana Surf School
Be Salty
Ocean Tours Costa Rica
TamaDive
Loco Tours Costa Rica

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These are the best places for groups seeking scuba & snorkeling in Tamarindo:

Blue Water Adventures
Be Salty
Be Water Diving Tamarindo
Scuba and Snuba of Costa Rica
Scuba Dive Costa Rica

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These are the best places for budget-friendly scuba & snorkeling in Tamarindo:

Blue Water Adventures
Banana Surf School
Be Water Diving Tamarindo
Freedive Costa Rica
Scuba Dive Costa Rica

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These are the most romantic places for scuba & snorkeling in Tamarindo:

TamaDive
Be Water Diving Tamarindo
Scuba and Snuba of Costa Rica
Scuba Dive Costa Rica
Tamarindo Diving

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These are the best places for adventurous scuba & snorkeling in Tamarindo:

Be Salty
TamaDive
Be Water Diving Tamarindo
Scuba and Snuba of Costa Rica
Scuba Dive Costa Rica

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These are the best places for adrenaline seekers looking for scuba & snorkeling in Tamarindo:

Blue Water Adventures
Banana Surf School
Be Salty
TamaDive
Be Water Diving Tamarindo

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Best beaches in Costa Rica | All the beaches in the world

Costa Rica – a piece of heaven on earth . Tourists from all over the world come here to enjoy the riot of picturesque nature, mysterious bays, diving and, of course, unforgettable beaches. Here there are more than 300 ! The beaches of Costa Rica have gained considerable popularity due to their soft sand and inimitable views. But not all of them are in great demand, so it’s worth deciding on priorities long before the trip.

Contents:

Punta Uva
Manuel-Antonio
Playa de Isla Tortuga
Tamarindo
Santa Teresa
Playa Conchal
Playa Flamingo
Montezuma
Tortuguero
Playa Dominicalito

Punta Uva

Punta Uva is probably the best beach in Costa Rica, according to tourists. You don’t have to pay for entry. The coast is well maintained. Here you can sunbathe, swim, take perfect photos, videos, touch the wild nature and just enjoy the views. The best part of Punta Uva beach is not marked on the maps. It is called Playa Arrecife . Local residents prefer to rest there because of the best conditions – the descent into the water is smooth, there are no stones in the water. The sand is white and fine. The waves are average – both for swimming and for surfing.

Punta Uva is located in Puerto Viejo on the Caribbean side of Costa Rica. To get here, you can take a taxi or rent a car. From Puerto Viejo, take the 256 highway. Before reaching the Korrigan Lodge hotel there will be a turn (it is next to the bus stop), there you need to turn left onto a secondary road, which leads to the beach.

Manuel-Antonio

0003 Manuel Antonio . It is very clean and well maintained. The sand on the shore is fine and white. The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is sandy. The waves are high, so there are many surfers, although sometimes the water is so calm that you can swim even with children. The main drawback of the beach is that it closes at 16:00, because in the evening crocodiles crawl out onto the shore. There is no beach infrastructure, but there is a small village nearby.

Located in the National Park Manuel Antonio in the province of Puntarenas, from San José drive 132 km . Entrance to the protected area is paid ( $16 ). The easiest way to get to the beach is by taxi or car. Buses run regularly from Quepos.

Playa de Isla Tortuga

You need to get here at least for one day. Since you get to the beach by boat, you will have to spend money, but it’s worth it! Costa Ricans almost never come here (except for making money), but for tourists this is probably one of the best options. The shore and the bottom are clean, white sand. Around glossy types . The water is calm (strong waves are rare), which allows you to swim without restrictions. On the island you can sunbathe, water ski, kayak, snorkel. Locals also arrange excursions to the jungle.

Located on the island Tortuga . You can only get to this beach by boat or boat. Every day people from the Nicoya Peninsula come here, and in the evening they leave. Often this beach is included in package tours.

Tamarindo

Another popular, free beach in Costa Rica with a white, sandy beach that blends into the ocean. The bottom is without corals, reefs, but in places there are sharp stones . Until noon, there is a shallow, so you can swim even with small children. On any day of the week, Tamarindo is filled with people from morning to evening. After noon, the waves increase and only professionals bathe. The main entertainments are windsurfing, scuba diving.

The beach is located at 196 km from airport San Jose . You can also get here from Liberia Airport. At any of these airports, you need to take a bus, taxi and go to Tamarindo. And once in the city it is not difficult to find the beach, as all roads lead to it.

Santa Teresa

Get away from the noise of the city on the free beach of Santa Teresa. This place is considered one of the most picturesque in Costa Rica, besides, it offers amazing views of the sunset . The white, sandy shore, smoothly turning into a noisy ocean, attracts yoga lovers in the morning and evening. The bottom is sandy and rocky. On the other side of the beach is a dense forest. The waves are high – ideal for windsurfing. It’s only crowded on weekends.

You can get to Santa Teresa from Juan Santa Maria Airport by bus, taxi or ferry from Paquera.

Playa Conchal

At least once during your vacation, you should visit here to see the amazing coast, covered not with sand, but with crushed white shells. Because of this, he is nice glitters and shimmers . The waves are sometimes strong, but there are also quiet corners for swimming. The descent into the water, in comparison with the beaches described above, is sharp. The bottom, like the shore, is covered with crushed shells.

The beach is free, crowded on weekends. Playa Conchal has many souvenir shops and sellers of local curiosities, a lot of sports equipment rental shops, but at the same time there are no bar umbrellas.

The beach is located in the northern part of Guanacaste . You can get to it by bus directly from Liberia Airport. Usually everyone goes to the beach Playa Brasilito , and from there already on ATVs ride along the coast to Playa Conchal , but you can also walk for 20 minutes.

Playa Flamingo

10 minutes drive from Conchal Beach is Playa Flamingo. It is smaller in size than Playa Conchal. Entrance free . The sand is white and fine. The descent into the water is smooth, the bottom is sandy. The coast is surrounded by jungle. A few meters from the shore it is already deep, besides, the waves are high. Therefore, this place is suitable not only for swimming, but for scuba diving, fishing. They rest here right under the palm trees on removable hammocks. There is also a marina with boats and boats for rent.

The beach is located in the province of Guanacaste . You can get here directly from the airports of Liberia, San Jose by taxi, and from Santa Cruz buses run every hour.

Montezuma

For those who want tranquility, this beach is ideal. Despite the fact that it belongs to the best beaches in Costa Rica, Costa Ricans rarely visit it, as well as tourists. It is absolutely free , but well maintained, it is quiet and peaceful here. The sand on the beach is light. The descent into the water is moderately gentle, without sharp breaks, the bottom is sandy, but stones can be found. Due to the high tidal wave, families with children do not rest here, unlike outdoor enthusiasts. Surfing, parasailing, kayaking, snorkeling are just some of Montezuma’s most popular activities.

The beach is located in the province of Puntarenas , in the south of the peninsula Nicoya . You can get to it from Tambor by taxi, car. In addition, a ferry from Jaco regularly sails to Montezuma Beach, and you can also rent a boat there if you want a secluded boat trip.

Tortuguero

The most famous wild beach in Costa Rica. You don’t have to pay to visit, it stretches for many kilometers. The sand varies from latte color to dark brown, in some places there are pebbles. The entrance to the water is moderately smooth, the bottom is a stone with sand. The waves are small, but, alas, swimming is not recommended, as there may be crocodiles and bull sharks in the water. Here you can relax in silence, go canoeing through the jungle (the locals offer many tours) or just sunbathe. But keep in mind that the coast is polluted with sticks, stones, algae from the ocean, which brings the surf.

The beach is located in the National Park Tortuguero . Getting here is quite difficult. Usually tourists rent a boat or boat to see all its beauties or just get to the beach.

Playa Dominicalito

Playa Dominical is a free gray-brown sand beach. It belongs to wild local beaches stretching for many kilometers. The coast is practically not looked after, there are a lot of snags, sticks, pebbles, but it is this pristine nature that attracts tourists. The waves are high, so the place is ideal for surfing, unlike swimming. The bottom is sandy, but with stones.

To get to Dominical Beach, you need to go from Quepos or Liberia by taxi, although you can also take a car. From the San Jose airport or the city center, you can get to Dominical by bus.

Which beach to choose in Costa Rica? –

Le Costa Rica is a famous destination for its many beaches paradise that can be found throughout the country at Pacific coast or Caribbean coast . Indeed, we find over 300 all more beautiful than the others. During your Costa Rica Itinerary , you will definitely want to make the most of it and therefore choose the best beaches depending on what you are looking for. Here is a list of the best beaches based on your criteria.

The best beaches in the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica

Before going into details about the best beaches in Costa Rica, here are some of them. the most beautiful beaches of the Caribbean .

Cahuita Beaches

Located in Cahuita National Park near the village of Cahuita, basically you will find two beaches in this park. In particular, White Beach and Playa Negra . The most beautiful is undoubtedly Playa Blanca, but it is not the most practical for swimming, especially because of the current and the rocks that can be found in the water. However, this beach is a must visit if you are going to the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica because you can see a lot of animals there.

Punta Uva Beaches

Located at the southern tip of the Caribbean Coast, you will find some of the best beaches in Costa Rica. Access is via a short jungle walk. This is relative to Sauvage as small bay is still protected and secret.

Manzanillo Beach

Somewhat similar to the beaches of Cahuita, Manzanillo Beach is suitable for postcard with its coconut trees and many animals that we can see in the Manzanillo reserve . You can also take the opportunity to scuba diving .

Beaches around Puerto Viejo

Around the village of Puerto Viejo you can find beautiful beaches and in particular Playa Cocles and Playa Chiquita Caribbean atmosphere, warm and clear water and sometimes a few waves to surf.

The best beaches on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica

The Pacific Coast also offers magnificent paradise beaches. You will be able to see magnificent sunsets there .

Bahia Drake

Located in Osa Peninsula , the peculiarity of this beach is that it is accessible only by boat which makes it a relatively wild beach and one of the most beautiful in Costa Rica. Don’t forget to stay for sunset because it’s beautiful there.

Playa Uvita

Uvita Beach is located in the Ballena National Park , it is a heavenly beach with golden sand. You will have the opportunity to snorkel from this beach.

Manuel Antonio Beaches

. The beaches of Manuel Antonio are among the most beautiful beaches in the world. However, they are victims of their success and you will often meet people there. To avoid the crowds, don’t delay and go there at dawn.

Playa Samara

The Samara beach is glued to the small village of Samara. magnificent beach with coconut trees along the beach with turquoise water. During the day you can often see wild horses here.

Playa Carrillo

Carillo Beach is one of my favorite beaches, located south of Samara and easy to reach thanks to the paradise beach with fine sand.

Playa Conchal

A very famous beach in Costa Rica, Playa Conchal, which is located on the Nicoya peninsula offers clear water that is ideal for coming to swim where to go, do a little snorkeling .

Playa montezuma

Located at the southern tip of the Nicoya Peninsula , the small hippie village of Montezuma offers beautiful beaches. However, these are not as long stretches as the beaches between Santa Teresa and Tamarindo. But you can still see beautiful sunrises .

Beaches Punta Uvita

This is probably one of the most famous beaches in . With its whale tail shape , this beach is located in the Marino Ballena National Park a very beautiful beach. Humpback whales also come here to give birth to their cubs.

Beaches of Corcovado

In the Corcovado National Park, located in the south of the country, there are very beautiful wild beaches . During a tour of the area, you will most likely be able to admire roaming animal species.

Turtle Island

Small Island Located on the Nicoya golf course, this small island offers beautiful white sand beaches and beautiful seabed for swimming. diving or diving .

Which quiet beach to choose in Costa Rica?

For travelers looking for calm and wild beach with few waves , I advise you :

Playa Flamingo in the Guanacaste area
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Or beaches located on the Caribbean coast where there are fewer waves, even if they can be big (beaches in Cahuita or Manzanillo)

Which beach to choose in Costa Rica for surfing?

Le Costa Rica is a famous surf spot for . This destination is ideal for travelers who want to combine different activities such as hiking, diving and, in particular, surfing.

East you can surf on both coasts of Costa Rica but obviously the best conditions are on the Pacific coast of the country.

Here are main surf spots in Costa Rica:

Playa Guiones

In Costa Rica, beach is best known for surfing. is Giones beach in Nosara. Indeed, with over 300 days of waves a year, it is a favorite spot for surfers who flock from all over the world to enjoy it.

Playa de Dominical

A surfers attraction on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, Dominical Beach is is one of the best surf beaches for the more experienced .

Playa Santa Teresa

Santa Teresa is a landmark for young surfers, as it also has quite a festive atmosphere with beautiful waves . This beach is accessible to all levels subject to conditions. In addition, you will find a beautiful place for unforgettable sunsets.

Playa Tamarindo

Tamarindo, located north of the Nicoya Peninsula, is famous and very popular seaside resort In particular, the Americans.

This is also the place to surf and take surf lessons.

Which beach to choose in Costa Rica for snorkeling?

Costa Rica has an ideal location considering that the country is on both the Pacific and Caribbean coasts of which gives it even more variety in terms of seabed that can be found in different regions.

If you want to spend a vacation at Snorkling , here are beaches from which you can explore the sea bottom :

beaches in the Mansanillo

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Turtle Island

The most beautiful black sand beaches in Costa Rica

In Costa Rica, you’ll find gorgeous, postcard-worthy white-sand paradise beaches, but you’ll also find some wonderful black sand beaches.

Among the most beautiful beaches with black sand, we find:

Playa Austional on the Pacific coast

KorkovaDo beaches

Playa NEGRAA NEGRAA in KARAAL in KARAA
On which beaches in Costa Rica can you see turtles?
Be present at turtle nesting is one of the most popular activities in Costa Rica. . Indeed, we find in the country 6 species of turtles that lay their eggs on the beaches of of the country. Nesting beaches vary by period and species of turtle.
Here are the main beaches of the Pacific and Caribbean coasts, where you can see turtles spawning.
Pacific coast beaches to see turtles
On the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, the main beaches where you can see turtles:
Torstugero beaches : Probably one of the most famous places where you can see turtles
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Which nude beach to choose in Costa Rica?
You should know that Costa Rican culture is not very positive about naturism .