Costa Rica Beach information

For surfers dreaming of world class waves in a secluded spot in Costa Rica, Witch’s Rock is the place to go. With an impressive ancient rock formation and rolling mountains as the backdrop to nearly year round perfect tubes and barrels, a trip to Witch’s Rock will be one surfers will never forget. If you […]

Playa Conchal, Costa Rica has one unique characteristic which makes it an incredibly special beach that visitors can’t miss: it has white shells instead of sand. For this reason, it is always on the list of the best beaches in Costa Rica. Visitors make a dedicated trip to Guanacaste specifically to see this beach, it […]

Visiting Guanacaste and want to explore the coast? Head up north to Playa Iguanita and find some lovely lesser known beaches where you can enjoy crystal clear waters and soft sand to lay in all to yourself. One such beach in particular is Playa Iguanita, a lovely beach inside the Iguanita Wildlife Refuge in the […]

“Liittle Hawaii,” or Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica is one of the best beaches in Guanacaste for surf, drinks and sunset. This remote beach near to Tamarindo has gained much fame and attention for its world class surfing waves, stunning coastline and resident pig called Lolita. If you’re looking for an alternative beach to visit in […]

From a small fishing village to a booming tourist town, Tamarindo, Costa Rica has become one of the most visited destinations in the country. Well known for great waves, stunning sunsets and a fun vibe, it’s a popular beach town for travelers to experience all that Costa Rica has to offer. We’ve lived in Tamarindo, […]

If you’re staying in the north part of the Guanacaste province around Flamingo, Conchal, Tamarindo, Grande, Potrero, Las Catalinas or Brasilito, one of our favorite things to do is scuba diving at Islas Santa Catalina (Catalinas Islands). These set of islands are just a 30 minute boat ride from the Flamingo marina and offer an […]