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Known as ‘playas’ in Spanish, the beaches of Costa Rica are often referred to as the most idyllic and beautiful in the world. With a coastline that stretches over 1800 km (1100 miles), Costa Rica is home to a multitude of amazingly breathtaking beaches. From rocky shores to gorgeous palm tree lined white sand beaches, Costa Rica’s fantastic coast offers something for everyone. Golden sand beaches, gray sand beaches, black sand beaches, and pink sand beaches can be found dotted all along Costa Rica’s lush coastal plains, making this country a truly spectacular beach destination.
Bounded on the east by the Caribbean Sea and on the west by the Pacific Ocean, 65% of Costa Rica’s borders is a coastal belt. And since most of these areas have a sparse population, the beaches here offer plenty of privacy and seclusion for a tranquil and relaxing vacation.
With Costa Rica lying on the isthmus of Central America, the country itself is quite narrow, which means that the Pacific and Caribbean coast beaches are just a few hours apart. And while some of the best and most developed beaches are found along the Guanacaste coast, for a more remote beach adventure visit the secluded beaches of the south Pacific Coast for a memorable time. However, if all you want to do is have a really good time, then visit Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast with its fun ‘Rasta’ culture and lush vegetation.
With an almost infinite number of beaches to enjoy, Costa Rica offers tourists a plethora of beach and water sports activities as well. From surfing to scuba diving, to sports fishing, deep sea fishing, snorkeling, swimming, kayaking and yachting, the beaches here have it all. For a more relaxing time simply soak in the rays sunbathing, take a leisurely stroll along the beach or go for a long horse back ride. And with near perfect weather all year round, the beaches especially in Guanacaste are a great place to chill and have a wonderful time.
For the best surf breaks and swells visit Playa Naranjo or Witches Rock in Santa Rosa National Park & Playa Grande, Playa Avellana, Playa Negra & Playa Santa Teresa on the Nicoya Peninsula. In the central Pacific area, Playa Hermosa and Dominical have the best surf beaches, while in southern Costa Rica, Playa Pavones & Puerto Viejo de Talamanca have awesome surf swells.
The most beautiful beaches are Playa Flamingo, Playa Conchal, Playa Ballena, Playa Grande, Playa Blanca, Montezuma, Playa Zancudo and Playa Santa Teresa. Along the Southern Caribbean coast, Gandoca Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge has the best and most beautiful beach.
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