Viki & Santi's tips
Lugares de interés
Right next to the Cabo Blanco reserve and just 5 minutes from Malpais is Cuevas or Suecos beach. Excellent to relax and enjoy. We recommend going at low tide and snorkeling in the natural tide pools. At the parking lot there is someone renting gear.
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Playa Cuevas
Right next to the Cabo Blanco reserve and just 5 minutes from Malpais is Cuevas or Suecos beach. Excellent to relax and enjoy. We recommend going at low tide and snorkeling in the natural tide pools. At the parking lot there is someone renting gear.
Just 25 minutes from Santa Teresa it is the town of Montezuma, well known for its waterfalls. Excellent option to get to know the tropical jungle from inside, and for the most adventurous, there are different jumps.
There are 2 different entrances. One is through the entrance to the Montezuma Canopy, where you pass through hanging bridges. The other is below, near the town. In the latter you access the waterfalls by walking along the river.
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Cascada Montezuma - Montezuma Waterfall
Montezuma-Delicias RoadJust 25 minutes from Santa Teresa it is the town of Montezuma, well known for its waterfalls. Excellent option to get to know the tropical jungle from inside, and for the most adventurous, there are different jumps.
There are 2 different entrances. One is through the entrance to the Montezuma Canopy, where you pass through hanging bridges. The other is below, near the town. In the latter you access the waterfalls by walking along the river.
Playa Hermosa is north of Playa Santa Teresa, about 15 minutes by car. Excellent beach to enjoy with family or friends.
We recommend going at low tide and enjoying the natural pools that are made before arriving, right in front of Perfect Sunset School.
Playa Hermosa is very good for surfing, both for beginners and advanced surfers.
Playa Hermosa
Playa Hermosa is north of Playa Santa Teresa, about 15 minutes by car. Excellent beach to enjoy with family or friends.
We recommend going at low tide and enjoying the natural pools that are made before arriving, right in front of Perfect Sunset School.
Playa Hermosa is very good for surfing, both for beginners and advanced surfers.
Tortuga Island is a full day tour, departing from Santa Teresa, Malpais or Montezuma. It is 40 minutes away by boat and you can spot dolphins, whales or turtles depending on the season. Once on the island there are two snorkeling points where you can see all types of fish and underwater species. The tour includes lunch and drinks.
We recommend wearing lots of protection and a hat!
Contact us to reserve availability.
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Isla Tortuga Tour
Tortuga Island is a full day tour, departing from Santa Teresa, Malpais or Montezuma. It is 40 minutes away by boat and you can spot dolphins, whales or turtles depending on the season. Once on the island there are two snorkeling points where you can see all types of fish and underwater species. The tour includes lunch and drinks.
We recommend wearing lots of protection and a hat!
Contact us to reserve availability.
The Curú reserve is 1.5 hours from the town of Santa Teresa. You can spot all types of animals such as monkeys, iguanas, coatis, squirrels, raccoons and all types of tropical birds.
Recommended for wildlife lovers.
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Curú Wildlife Refuge
The Curú reserve is 1.5 hours from the town of Santa Teresa. You can spot all types of animals such as monkeys, iguanas, coatis, squirrels, raccoons and all types of tropical birds.
Recommended for wildlife lovers.
Just 10 minutes south from Montezuma, this is a beautiful beach to hang out. Usually it's very friendly for swimming, but always be care.
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Playa Las Manchas
624Just 10 minutes south from Montezuma, this is a beautiful beach to hang out. Usually it's very friendly for swimming, but always be care.
Vecindarios
Malpais is a residential area, with spectacular beaches and very few people around. Especially recommended for walking on the beach, relaxing and spending quiet days with dreamy sunsets.
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Malpais
Malpais is a residential area, with spectacular beaches and very few people around. Especially recommended for walking on the beach, relaxing and spending quiet days with dreamy sunsets.
Tipps für Reisende
Was einpacken?
Sunscreen, insect repellent and comfortable shoes
The sun is strong and rises very early. We recommend always using sunscreen to avoid burns.
Insect repellent is very important, especially during the rainy season (from May to November).
Comfortable shoes are essential if you want to go hiking, such as the Montezuma waterfalls path, the Cabo Blanco reserve or the Curu Reserve.
Verkehrsmittel
Car, quad or motorcycle.
To get around Santa Teresa and surrounding areas, we recommend renting a car, quad or motorcycle. Public transport does not offer a very good service and takes a long time. To make the most of your time, it is recommended to have your own mobility.
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Casado, the typical Costa Rican dish
We recommend trying "Casado", the typical dish of Costa Rican cuisine.
It consists of rice, beans, salad and any of the following options: meat, chicken, fish or vegetarian.
The best place to try it is the "Soda", the most typical restaurants.
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Sunsets!
Every day is different