The beaches

Three beaches, three personalities

Each one has its own character: pick one for the plan of the day.

To surf and to learn

Playa Guiones

Long and open, with consistent waves: good for learning to surf and for long walks at the water's edge.

For sunsets

Rocks, tide pools and sunsets worth staying for until the very end. At low tide, the pools appear.

For unhurried walks

North of Pelada, past the mouth of the Nosara River and next to the Biological Reserve. The beach that gives the place its name.

Guiones is to the south, Pelada in the middle and Playa Nosara to the north, past the mouth of the river.

Illustrative map, not to scale

Sand is not a road
Driving on the beach is not allowed in Costa Rica. Leave the vehicle at the access points and walk the last bit.
Respect the ocean
If you don't know the beach, ask before going in and swim where there are more people.

Which beach is best for learning to surf?

Guiones: it's long and open, with consistent waves. The lessons are on the surf page.

When do Pelada's tide pools appear?

At low tide the pools appear among the rocks. If you don't know the beach, ask before going in: there's more in the Tips chapter.

Can I drive on the beach?

No: driving on the beach is not allowed in Costa Rica. Leave the vehicle at the access points and walk the last bit.

Got your dates?

Tell us when you arrive and what you'd like to do. We help with the transfer, the vehicle, tours and anything you need at the villa.