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Beaches in Guanacaste Province

Beautiful Sandy Beaches

Guanacaste's coastline features a diverse range of shorelines, from the shell-covered Playa Conchal to the protected turtle nesting grounds of Playa Grande. This collection includes surfing hubs like Tamarindo, calm bays protected by coral reefs such as Sámara and Carrillo, and secluded coves like Playa Dantita. The region is characterized by its dry tropical forest backdrop and varied sand colors, including white, grey, and volcanic black.

Beautiful Sandy Beaches — Map
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Tamarindo Beach

This beach, together with other surrounding beaches, forms a unique bay.
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Playa Grande

A key nesting site for leatherback sea turtles located within Las Baulas National Marine Park.
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Playa Sámara

A horseshoe-shaped bay protected by a coral reef, resulting in consistently calm waters.
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Playa Conchal

A unique shoreline composed of millions of tiny crushed seashells instead of traditional sand.
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Coco Beach

Playas del Coco is one of the oldest beach communities in Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica.
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Hermosa Beach

This beach's name means "beautiful" in Spanish and it couldn't be more true. It is an ideal place to relax because it is not overcrowded.
G

Playa Prieta

A small, secluded cove featuring dark sand and shaded by tropical dry forest.
H

Playa Pleito

A remote beach located on the southern coast of the Nicoya Peninsula.
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Playa Rajada Oeste

Situated in Salinas Bay, this beach is known for its calm waters and distinctive rock formations.
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Playa Carrillo

A palm-fringed beach with no coastal development and a protective reef that ensures calm swimming conditions.
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Playa Ventanas

Named for the sea caves or "windows" carved into the cliffs, which are accessible during low tide.
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Playa Flamingo

Features white sand and clear water, serving as a major hub for deep-sea fishing and sailing.
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Playa Ocotal

A quiet cove with dark volcanic sand, noted for snorkeling opportunities around the nearby rock outcrops.
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Playa Brasilito

A grey sand beach adjacent to a traditional fishing village, located within walking distance of Playa Conchal.
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Playa Grande

A secluded beach located near the Las Catalinas development area.
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Playa Matapalo

A wide, grey-sand beach located in the Matapalo Bay area, backed by tropical forest.
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Playa Bejuco

A remote and quiet beach on the southern coast of Guanacaste, known for its undeveloped natural surroundings.
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Playa Respingue

A pristine beach located within the protected boundaries of the Santa Rosa National Park.
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Playa Gringos

A remote coastal stretch located in the northern reaches of the province near the Santa Elena Peninsula.
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Playa Dantita

A secluded white-sand beach accessible via a short hiking trail through the forest from Playa Danta.
Tamarindo Beach
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Playa Grande
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Playa Sámara

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