Tamarindo, Beach district in Santa Cruz Canton, Costa Rica.
Situated along the Pacific coast of Guanacaste province, Tamarindo extends over 125 square kilometers of tropical terrain at 27 meters above sea level.
The coastal settlement transformed from a small fishing village into an official district on November 27, 1995, following Executive Order 24820-G.
Local markets, food trucks, and beachfront establishments showcase Costa Rican culinary traditions alongside international dining options throughout the district.
Visitors reach Tamarindo through Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Liberia, with regular bus services connecting to San José via National Routes 152 and 155.
The waters of Tamarindo support both novice and advanced surfers, while Marino Las Baulas National Park provides nesting grounds for sea turtles.
Location: Santa Cruz Canton
Inception: November 27, 1995
Elevation above the sea: 27 m
GPS coordinates: 10.29234,-85.79818
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:40
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