Playa Iguanita

This 1.5-kilometer beach features soft gray sand bordered by mangroves and clear blue waters along the Pacific coast of Guanacaste Province.

The establishment of Iguanita Wildlife Refuge around the beach area has preserved the natural coastal ecosystem since the early conservation efforts in Costa Rica.

Local families gather at this beach during weekends to practice traditional fishing methods and share regional seafood preparations passed through generations.

Reaching Playa Iguanita requires a 40-minute drive from Liberia International Airport, with the final 7 kilometers demanding a four-wheel-drive vehicle.

The extensive mangrove system surrounding the beach creates natural pools during low tide, where various marine species concentrate in observable numbers.

Location: Nacascolo

Address: Playa Iguanita, Guanacaste Province, Liberia, Costa Rica

GPS coordinates: 10.63453,-85.63335

Latest update: April 30, 2025 07:16