Santa Teresa
Bohemian surf town with all-day breaks and glowing Pacific sunsets.
About Santa Teresa
Santa Teresa is a laid-back surf town at the tip of the Nicoya Peninsula, with dirt roads, open-air restaurants, and a long consistent beach break that works most days of the year. It's popular with surfers, yogis, and the design-and-wellness crowd.
When to go
Surf is good year-round. December through April brings the driest weather; the green season delivers glassy morning waves.
Getting there
Ferry from Puntarenas plus a 1.5 hour drive, or fly into Tambor and transfer by road.
Where is Santa Teresa?
Located in Costa Rica's Nicoya Peninsula region.
Driving times from Santa Teresa
Approximate drive times by shuttle or rental car under normal conditions. Add extra time in the green season or for stops along the way.
Tours in Santa Teresa
Coming soon.
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