Tamarindo – Costa Rica
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Tamarindo
This is where we could put a long and detailed description about why you should come to Tamarindo.
We could talk about how the ocean is so warm, that when you float in it, all your worries melt away. Then we could tell you about the Howler Monkeys who will cheerfully wake you up so that you can experience a glorious colorful sunrise. We could also share how exhilarating it is to set sail in the bay, catch your first sailfish and ride your first wave.
We probably could then finish it up by mentioning the delicious food to be eaten at small little local cafes, the exotic cocktails to be drunk on rooftop bars, the dancing to be done at night, the friends to be made and the memories to be created.
But the truth is that as you go through this website you will realize all this yourself. So instead we will just tell you one thing: Hurry… flights might be on sale today!
Find a place to stay
Hotels
Since Tamarindo and Langosta is small, most hotels, cabinas, camps and hostels are within walking distance from the beach. Some lodgings are small family owned businesses while others will be international chains.
Bed and Breakfasts
A Tamarindo bed and breakfast is a great way to get an inside look into the lives of those who call Tamarindo and Langosta home. Many are located on the beach, and breakfast will likely feature Costa Rica’s delicious fruits.
Vacation Rentals
A vacation rental is a good lodging option. Most rentals are in either Langosta or Tamarindo and can range from house, to condo, to apartment. There are several grocery stores as well as a grocery delivery service.
Explore Tamarindo
Adventures
Although there is nothing wrong with lazing on the beach all day, there are many adventures to be had in and near Tamarindo.
Nothing beats the trill of zip lining above the tree canopy, discovering deserted beaches by horseback, exploring the jungle by ATV or snorkeling among large schools of fish.
Volcanoes, caverns, and waterfalls are just a short bus ride away. And the very best way to enjoy Tamarindo’s many glorious sunsets is with cocktail in hand and breeze on your face while sailing on a large catamaran.
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A story about Tamarindo, Playa Grande, Avellanas, about travel tips, food, entertainment and about surfing, getting married in Tamarindo, buying property and…
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Texas to Costa Rica $390 round-trip direct flights (April and May 2019)
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How To Transition From A Longboard To A Shortboard
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Playa Grande – January 11, 2019
Time: 07:00AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Fresh High Tide: 6:05 AM Low Tide: 12:11PM Description : morning with good conditions, small waves and glassy surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily...
Playa Avellanas – January 10, 2019
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$261 round-trip flights to Costa Rica from Canada (January and February 2019)
If you’re still looking to get down to Costa Rica, United Airlines has some amazing deals out of Toronto Canada. $261 ($356 CAD) for round trip flights from Toronto into Liberia, Costa Rica. Lot’s of good availability for January and February. Here are some of the...
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One of our favorite Costa Rican New Year’s traditions? In Tamarindo on New Year’s Eve, fire dancers set the beachscape ablaze with fiery beauty! Well, we made it – it’s 2019! Can you believe we’re nearly two decades into the millennium? (Is it me, or does Y2K seem...
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Tamarindo Receives Awesome Northwest Swell To Start 2019 Season
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National Geographic features Costa Rica in new series ‘Untamed: Costa Rica’
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