ADVENTURE MEETS RELAXATION
Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast has some of the country鈥檚 finest beaches, swimmable bays, and warm waters. Encompassed by the Guanacaste province and home to the Nicoya Peninsula, this coastal paradise is perfect for recharging at the end of a holiday.
Guanacaste really does have it all: national parks, miles of sun-kissed beaches, buzzing coastal towns, and fantastic year-round surfing. It鈥檚 the ideal mix of adventure and relaxation. Here you鈥檒l find the lively little town of Tamarindo, a haven for both water sports and party lovers with boutique hotels, a long sandy beach, and the warm blue waters of the Pacific.
If you鈥檙e looking for a more tranquil spot, the secluded Playa Potrero is a hidden gem with an irresistibly laid-back vibe. For keen surfers, trendy Playa Santa Teresa on the southern tip of the Nicoya Peninsula earned its reputation as a surfer paradise with its world-class breaks.
But it鈥檚 not all about the sun and sea. Away from the coastline, you鈥檒l find wildlife-rich national parks, smoking volcanoes, glittering waterfalls, and plenty of opportunity for adventure. You can spot monkeys, sloths, and numerous birds in the Rincon de la Vieja National Park, whilst the Las Baulas Marine National Park offers its visitors a chance to see nesting leatherback sea turtles.
Slow-paced, sun-soaked, and beautifully wild, the North Pacific Coast is the ultimate place to start or end your luxury, tailor-made holiday to Costa Rica.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the rainy season on Costa Rica鈥檚 North Pacific Coast?
The Guanacaste region boasts some of Costa Rica鈥檚 most beautiful beaches, and the best time to visit them is between December and May. The rainy season tends to begin in July and run through to the beginning of November, with October being the wettest month.
Can I swim in Costa Rica鈥檚 North Coast beaches?
Absolutely! The sea is calmer than other Pacific beach areas in Latin America due to coral reef leaving the seas safe and beautiful, with some magical sea life. The waters are warmest between December and July, peaking in the dry season in March at around 29 degrees Celsius.
