Tamarindo Beach, Surfing beach in Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica
The beach extends along the Pacific Ocean with light beige sand and clear water, offering both moderate waves for surfing and calm areas for swimming.
The transformation of Tamarindo from a small fishing settlement in the 1970s to a coastal destination brought significant changes to the local community.
Local fishermen continue their traditional practices alongside modern water sports, while restaurants serve fresh seafood prepared according to regional recipes.
December through April presents the most favorable conditions with minimal rainfall, temperatures around 85°F, and optimal water conditions for swimming and surfing.
The beach connects to an extensive network of mangrove waterways where visitors can observe white-faced monkeys, crocodiles, and numerous bird species.
Location: Tamarindo
GPS coordinates: 10.29766,-85.84375
Latest update: March 21, 2025 08:14
Costa Rica presents diverse photography subjects: volcanoes, rainforests, beaches, and waterfalls. Arenal Volcano rises above the rainforest. Rio Celeste displays its blue color from minerals. Manuel Antonio beaches combine coast with wildlife. Monteverde Cloud Forest features rare plants. Tabacon hot springs emerge from volcanic activity.
Rincón de la Vieja Volcano
81.3 km
Hacienda Santa Rosa
64.9 km
Puente La Amistad de Taiwán
65.7 km
Las Baulas National Marine Park
3.2 km
Santa Rosa National Park
65.7 km
Volcán Tenorio
100 km
Orosí Volcano
86.1 km
Palo Verde National Park
58.1 km
Rincón de la Vieja National Park
82.1 km
Playa Negra
11.7 km
Guanacaste National Park
82.1 km
Ostional Wildlife Refuge
40 km
Church of Saint Blaise of Nicoya
45.9 km
Playa Conchal
11.9 km
Area de Conservación Guanacaste World Heritage Site
66.3 km
Barra Honda National Park
57.6 km
Estadio Asociación Cívica Jicaraleña
87.9 km
Miravalles National Park
91.9 km
Junquillal Bay Wildlife Refuge
76.6 km
Llanos de Cortés Waterfall
64.8 km
Playa Virador
39 km
Samara Beach
59 km
Playa El Ostional
90.5 km
Playa San Miguel
79.7 km
Hermosa Beach
35.5 km
Playa La Islita
69.2 km
Playa Arenilla
40.2 km
Rio Celeste
99.6 kmReviews
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