Your Costa Rica Beach Vacation is waiting for you!
DREAM BEACHES
Nothing separates Costa Rica from the sea. With 762 miles of coastline, Costa Rica offers more than 70 glorious beach vacation destinations that place you within reach of the sparkling waters of the Pacific and Caribbean Oceans. Whether your idea of a dream getaway is sunbathing on silky soft sand, diving coral reefs, horseback riding along the shore, surfing the endless waves or sport fishing, Costa Rican beach vacations can make your dream come true.
WHAT YOU FIND
Costa Rica is characterized by impressive scenic beauty, a consolidated system of protected areas, social and political stability, high educational levels and efficient infrastructure and services surrounded by both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans.
The country’s location in the heart of the western hemisphere, the Government’s positive attitude toward foreign investment, its infrastructure, its access to international markets and labor quality and cost make Costa Rica an ideal place to work and live.
WHAT TO DO
Sun & Beach
Fine, white sandy beaches overlook with the mild waves of the Caribbean Sea, whose deepest waters safeguard the second-largest coral reef in the world. This is a not-to-be-missed site for the most enthusiastic divers and marine scientists. The beaches and tropical islands are set against a gorgeous blue palette that is sprinkled with white cruise ships and daring sailboats.On the other side, a dark rough beach meets a passionate Pacific Ocean, inviting intrepid windsurf lovers and surfers. Here, as on the Atlantic Coast, hundreds of kilometers of thick mangrove swamps provide refuge for a rich wildlife population, both resident and migratory, and offer an irresistible magnet for bird watchers.
Adventure
From the humid tropical forests to the jungles of the lowlands; from the river courses and beaches lined with palm trees, visitors enjoy unlimited walking, riding and hiking and more adventurous sports. Some of the best tropical rapids can be found in the region’s rivers, where rafting has become an increasingly popular activity. Canopy tours invite intrepid travelers to contemplate the beauty and variety of the forests from a unique vantage point, suspended by harnesses and moving along a network of cables between platforms built on the treetops.
Diving
Some of the best diving in Latin America is found on the Caribbean coast. Thousands of cays, peace, tranquil waters and an overwhelming display of the most beautiful and rare species make it a delight for divers and snorkeling enthusiasts.
Sailfish paradise
The Pacific coast is considered to have the greatest concentration of sailfish in the world, making it a Mecca for sports fishermen of every level of expertise and experience.
Surfing
With its perfect surf and warm waters, the Pacific coast has internationally renowned surfing conditions. The sport can be enjoyed at several points along the Caribbean coast as well.
WHERE TO GO
Costa Rica’s beaches are surrounded by tropical forests and mountains on one side and beautiful coral reefs on the other. Your beach vacation can include rock climbing, hiking and horseback riding as well as diving, surfing, sunbathing and sports fishing.
Thanks to the easy access to many beaches, you can make the most out of both coasts. Most of them have warm water throughout the year, so you may come and enjoy the country any season you prefer. If it’s diversity you’re interested in, each coast offers different shades and textures of sand, white, yellow, gray and black, product of the constant crashing of seashells on coral reefs.
Costa Rica’s great variety of beach vacations will let you plan according to your interests and budget. They all offer the perfect conditions to forget about the city’s noise. There are diverse options for lodging near the coast, from five star hotels to simple vacation cottage rentals by the shore, as you prefer. Another adventure that awaits you is the rich diversity of foods: Costa Rica’s delicious cuisine varies from region to region, coast to coast.