Larissa Banting's Guidebook
(Co-Owner of Latitudes)
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Long stretches of white beach, amazing surf, picture-perfect sunsets and hardly a soul around make this one of the best-kept secrets in Costa Rica. From funky little beach hotels to remarkably luxurious villas, there is something for even the most discerning traveler. If you're looking for a spot to get away from it all, the Nicoya area is the place. |
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Where To Stay :
All of the hotels, lodges and villas we work with have met our exacting standards, thus ensuring our clients receive the ultimate in service, comfort and cleanliness while enjoying unique surroundings. |
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Punta Islita Ocean Resort - Perched on a rugged mountain outpost and overlooking the
Pacific Ocean, Hotel Punta Islita greets you with authentic Costa Rican charm, and aesthetics. Rustic-colonial elegance, a spectacular natural setting, and incomparable service details cater to a select clientele of travel enthusiasts. |
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Hotel Esencia - This picturesque hotel is located only steps away from the beautiful white sand beaches of Santa Teresa and some of the best surfing waves in the country. |
Mal Pais |
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Florblanca Resort |
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Hotel Tropico Latino Cozy beachfront hotel, with Spacious and comfortably furnished bungalows located on the white sandy beach, at Santa Teresa de Malpais. Click here for more details
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Latitudes 10 Resort - 10° north of the equator,the mighty Pacific Ocean merges with one of Costa Rica's greatest beaches in Santa Teresa; where surf,white sand beaches and jungles blend. This is the setting for your exclusive luxury tropical escape,Latitude 10°,the unique Jungle Beach Resort. |
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Hotel La Hacienda - A unique bed and breakfast located a few steps from the beautiful surfing beach of Mal Pais. |
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Hotel Tango Mar - Located on a 150-acre private beachfront reserve along the Nicoya Peninsula on the Pacific Coast, Tango Mar offers the intimate exclusivity of a small, deluxe beach resort. |
Tambor |
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Tambor Tropical offers an exclusive blend of tropical splendor, beachfront suites, and the perfect setting for relaxation, fun, and quiet romance. |
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Ylang Ylang Resort - This small beach resort is nestled on 20 acres of lush gardens and natural vegetation that span a quarter mile of beachfront.
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Montezuma |
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L'Acqua Viva Resort & Spa - Forged by the creative energies of nature, Playa Guiones is home to this luxury resort nestled among exuberant vegetation and near spectacular beaches. |
Nosara |
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What To Do :
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Curu Wildlife Refuge Tour
amous Curú Wildlife Refuge is a unique and beautiful full of a great variety of wildlife. Is an ideal place to enjoy natural of peace and safety. More than 232 bird species, 78 mammals, 87 reptiles, 25 amphibian and 500 of plants live here. Curú is considered one of the best places in Costa Rica to observe the wild life. Prices available upon request. |
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Curu Horseback Riding Tour
Ride through the flat areas of the refuge viewing forest, mangrove, live fences, river and observing a variety of plants, plus monkeys, deers, coyote, pizotes, mapaches, and tropical birds such as macaws, caracará, garzas, and others. Prices available upon request.
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Curu Canopy Tour
Prices available upon request.
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Curu Rafting Tour
The rafting tour takes you along the
Curú River
and estuary, with the possibility of viewing different types of fish, trees, mangroves, artificial reefs and much more. Prices available upon request.
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Tortuga Island Marine Tour
eparts from the Curu beach, and will give you the opportunity to observe the artificial reefs and marine species of the area, plus the beauty of the flora and fauna of
Tortuga Island
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Kayaking Tour
You have the option of kayaking at Quesera Beach, Curú Shore or
Tortuga
Island. Prices available upon request. |
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Quesera Beach & Boat ride Tour
Enjoy the beauty of an isolated beach, surrounded by a large variety of animals and plants, and artificial reefs. Prices available upon request.
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Organos Beach & Boat ride Tour
Observe artificial reefs, mangroves, fish, plants and enjoy a pristine beach. Prices available upon request. |
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Tortuga Island Sportfishing
Enjoy Sportfishing near Tortuga
Island
and then paying a visit when you take a break. Prices available up on request. |
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Snorkeling and/or Scuba Tour
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Tortuga Island fully equipped and participate in two immersions, or go snorkeling in the reefs. Prices available upon request. |
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