Manuel Antonio Beach Costa Rica
All Costa Rica beaches are unique and distinctive, and the different locations would provide something new for every holidaymaker. They are all well maintained, clear, and most of them offer natural scenes, walks and tours. No matter if you would choose the Caribbean or Pacific Coast: there are many options. Costa Rica beaches are famous of their friendly atmosphere and picturesque scenes. The selections of water sports; surfing and diving facilities offered for a Costa Rica beach holiday are endless, and no matter what your fitness level is: you will find the perfect relaxing activity. There are five star family resorts, as well as picturesque boutique wellness hotels for the perfect Costa Rica getaway. You can even choose to rent a villa near the beach and independence, or sign up for an exclusive all-inclusive deal near one of the Costa Rica holiday hotspots.
Manuel Antonio
Manuel Antonio is a fantastic Central Pacific beach, located next to a national reserve. It is a traditional fishing village, with loads of character, and there are plenty of restaurants, hotels and resorts found near the Costa Rica beach. The next village, Quepos offers an authentic Costa Rican experience, while the Manuel Antonio National Park has many wonderful paths to follow, colorful inhabitants, including mammals, birds, insects and snakes. You can enjoy a relaxing day on the beach or sign up for one of the Manuel Antonio nature tours to explore more of the surrounding rainforest-covered mountains. There are many adventure tour options, including canopy tours, hiking, mountain biking or 4×4 excursions inside the rainforests. The guided tours are available throughout the day, but you would need to book in advance. Manuel Antonio beach is full of wildlife, and visiting the Cathedral Point, just outside the National Park, you will get the best views of the unique shoreline. Close to Manuel Antonio, you will also find the picturesque Playa Espadilla Sur.
Costa Rica Beach Vacation Cahuita
You might think that Cahuita is a sleepy little village on the Caribbean shores of Costa Rica. Indeed, the place has just been discovered a few decades ago, but the picture-perfect location and stunning National Park located inside the town makes it a desirable Costa Rica beach holiday destination. Although there are fewer accommodation options in Cahuita than the larger resorts, there are plenty of tours and activities offered. You can choose between exclusive boutique hotels, family resorts and eco lodges. You will find a large diversity of species on land and in water by the Caribbean beach; including some of the most precious coral reef of the region. Scuba diving and snorkeling are popular activities, and you can visit hidden spots of the beach taking a horseback riding tour. The rainforests and swamps provide a safe living and breeding environment for many species, including lizards, birds, howler monkeys and sloths. People speak perfect English here, and are extremely friendly.
Tamarindo Beach in Guanacaste
Guanacaste Beaches
Costa Rica’s Guanacaste region is the most diverse biologically and geologically. There are volcanoes, mountains, stunning shores and extremely wild forests found in the area. Coco Beach is one of the most popular among all of Guanacaste’s beaches, thanks to the sports fishing tours, island boat trips and great watersports activities. The steep cliffs surrounding the beach create dramatic scenery, and there are plenty of adventures awaiting people looking for a perfect Costa Rica vacation. You can take a trip to the Bat or the Pelonas Islands, spot the turtles and octopuses, sharks and tropical fish. The weather at Coco Beach is usually excellent, and the warm waters would provide you with plenty of fun. The town center of Coco is usually extremely busy, as this is one of the most popular Costa Rica beaches. Thankfully, you can find some hilltop eco lodges or specialty lodging to stay away from the crowd. Tamarindo is another great option, if you are looking for fun and some quiet time.
Jaco Beach, in the Heart of Costa Rica
Jaco Beach is within easy reach for tourists looking for a perfect location. Lying on the Central Pacific coast of Costa Rica, it is a real surfers’ paradise. The capital, San Jose is just two hours away, and the variety of water sports offered on the beach would be excellent for honeymooners and families alike. Unfortunately, the water is not always perfect for swimming; therefore, you might need to visit one of the other beaches when the waves are too high. Playa Hermosa and Playa Herradura are also great for surfing and extreme waters ports.