Costa Rica Beaches

If you want to visit Costa Rica simply for its beaches, you are not making a bad decision. While the whole cultural and ecological side to the country is great, for those of you who are just looking for a place to get away from it all, but don’t want to spend 24 hours traveling to get there, Costa Rica is the spot. From surfers to shell lovers to hippies at heart, the beaches will give you everything you want and more, as long as you choose correctly. If you are looking for a nature experience, the national parks of Corcovado, Manuel Antonio, Santa Rosa and Tortuguero are all nuzzled up against the ocean and most include an extensive protected marine zone as well. If you are looking to catch some waves, the infamous Witch’s Rock near Playa del Coco, Tamarindo, Mal Pais and Dominical regions will cater to your need for strong breaks and your cultural identity. If you want an elegant, romantic experience, Papagayo, Playa Hermosa (in Guanacaste), Manuel Antonio and Santa Teresa have some of the best hotels in the country.