The Nicoya Peninsula

The Nicoya Peninsula is a large, rectangular-shaped peninsula on the northwestern coast of Costa Rica. Because the entire region is ringed by beaches, the Nicoya Peninsula is Costa Rica´s most popular beach destination. Its beaches have always been reasonably accessible from San Jose. However, since the establishment of the Liberia International airport, travelers can reach Nicoya beaches just a couple hours after arriving in Costa Rica.

Tamarindo Beach (Playa Tamarindo)

Tamarindo beach it´s one of the most popular beaches in all of Costa Rica (tied with Manuel Antonio). Tamarindo is located at the very northernmost part of Nicoya, it´s extremely easy to get to Playa Grande to the north offers challenging surf.

Manuel Antonio Beach

Is not only one of Costa Rica´s most beautiful beaches, but one of the most beautiful in the entire world. Imagine: perfect horseshoe bays bordered by soft white sands, dazzling blue-green waters, and hilltops piled with jungle and streaming waterfalls. Dive, snorkel, surf, kayak, hike, or zipline but don´t forget to relax and enjoy the unforgettable views.