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Visite turistiche
The Montezuma waterfall consists of three cascading falls along a river in the bohemian beach town of Montezuma, Costa Rica. Some serious risk-takers and locals will jump off of the top of the highest fall, but we suggest not risking your life and just enjoying a nice hike and swim under the falls instead.
There are a variety of ways to access the falls. Let’s go through all of your possibilities…..
There are three waterfalls close together along the Montezuma river. The waterfall closest to town is the largest. It is about 80 feet tall. Although we strongly suggest that you do not jump from the top of the lower waterfall, there is a nice pool for swimming at the base.
The middle waterfall is lower with a height of about 40 feet high. People do jump from here, but again, we suggest that you don’t. To get here you will have to swim across the pool at the top waterfall.
The top waterfall is the lowest with a height of about 15 feet high. There is a rope swing here. It is super fun to leap into the deep waterfall pool from the swing. You can also jump from the top if you want to.
The most popular place to access the falls is from the main parking lot near downtown Montezuma. It is free to access from here but you will have to pay a few dollars to park your car in the lot.
There are no specific opening and closing hours here, so come whenever! Just note that the sun sets at about 5:30pm every day. You will not want to try and get back to the waterfall entrance once its dark out!
We suggest taking this route if you do not have a car and are staying in downtown Montezuma. You can easily walk here from town.
This route is also great if you really only care about seeing the big lower fall and don’t plan on venturing further up.
You can access the falls from above at SunTrails. SunTrails is a local tour company that owns the property abutting the Montezuma river waterfalls.
You can either park at the SunTrails parking lot or park at Mariposa Butterfly Gardens.
If you park at SunTrails you will pay about $5 per person to access their trails. This is a nice hike which includes walking across hanging bridges. It will put you out at the top waterfalls. You will then need to walk down a lot of steps to get to the lower fall. This obviously means you will then have to walk back up all those fun steps.
If you are interested in zip lining, SunTrails also has zip-lining over the falls with 9 platforms for $45. We have not done the zip-lining here, so we can’t comment on the quality.
Their trails are open daily from 8:30am to 5:30pm.
If you opt to access the trails from the Mariposario Butterfly Gardens you will pay about $2 to park your car in their lot. You then walk down a short trail and access SunTrails from a different entry point. It will cost about $2 per person to access through here.
However, if you access this way you will miss out on the hanging bridges. It does save you a few dollars though.
The Mariposario Butterfly Gardens is also home to Butterfly Brewing Company. They make excellent craft beer and their restaurant is super tasty.
We personally like to park here and enjoy some good brews and delicious food after our hike.
Here is a map of all the Montezuma waterfall entrances so you can get a better idea of what we are talking about. ↓
IMPORTANT TIPS FOR VISITING THE MONTEZUMA WATERFALL
WHAT TO WEAR
We wore fast drying shorts and T-shirts, our bathing suits underneath, water shoes, and a hat. This was perfect for this hike.
We swear by Keens or Tevas for our feet while hiking. These shoes have great grips, provide enough foot coverage, are breathable, and are perfect for trekking through the water.
WHAT TO BRING
A dry bag – We suggest putting all your valuable electronics in a dry bag if you plan to cross the river or want to swim under the falls. There is nothing worse than having all your electronics get soaked.
Bug spray and sunscreen– You will be in the woods so it can get a bit mosquito-y. Although you will be in the woods there is still sun and the sun is super strong here. It is best to put sunscreen on even if you feel as though you are walking in the shade.
A towel- This is not absolutely necessary, but we were happy to have our microfiber towel in our bag to dry off a bit before our walk back from the falls. On a hot day, you may be happy to stay as wet as possible. Don't forget water and some snacks.
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Cascada de Montezuma
The Montezuma waterfall consists of three cascading falls along a river in the bohemian beach town of Montezuma, Costa Rica. Some serious risk-takers and locals will jump off of the top of the highest fall, but we suggest not risking your life and just enjoying a nice hike and swim under the falls instead.
There are a variety of ways to access the falls. Let’s go through all of your possibilities…..
There are three waterfalls close together along the Montezuma river. The waterfall closest to town is the largest. It is about 80 feet tall. Although we strongly suggest that you do not jump from the top of the lower waterfall, there is a nice pool for swimming at the base.
The middle waterfall is lower with a height of about 40 feet high. People do jump from here, but again, we suggest that you don’t. To get here you will have to swim across the pool at the top waterfall.
The top waterfall is the lowest with a height of about 15 feet high. There is a rope swing here. It is super fun to leap into the deep waterfall pool from the swing. You can also jump from the top if you want to.
The most popular place to access the falls is from the main parking lot near downtown Montezuma. It is free to access from here but you will have to pay a few dollars to park your car in the lot.
There are no specific opening and closing hours here, so come whenever! Just note that the sun sets at about 5:30pm every day. You will not want to try and get back to the waterfall entrance once its dark out!
We suggest taking this route if you do not have a car and are staying in downtown Montezuma. You can easily walk here from town.
This route is also great if you really only care about seeing the big lower fall and don’t plan on venturing further up.
You can access the falls from above at SunTrails. SunTrails is a local tour company that owns the property abutting the Montezuma river waterfalls.
You can either park at the SunTrails parking lot or park at Mariposa Butterfly Gardens.
If you park at SunTrails you will pay about $5 per person to access their trails. This is a nice hike which includes walking across hanging bridges. It will put you out at the top waterfalls. You will then need to walk down a lot of steps to get to the lower fall. This obviously means you will then have to walk back up all those fun steps.
If you are interested in zip lining, SunTrails also has zip-lining over the falls with 9 platforms for $45. We have not done the zip-lining here, so we can’t comment on the quality.
Their trails are open daily from 8:30am to 5:30pm.
If you opt to access the trails from the Mariposario Butterfly Gardens you will pay about $2 to park your car in their lot. You then walk down a short trail and access SunTrails from a different entry point. It will cost about $2 per person to access through here.
However, if you access this way you will miss out on the hanging bridges. It does save you a few dollars though.
The Mariposario Butterfly Gardens is also home to Butterfly Brewing Company. They make excellent craft beer and their restaurant is super tasty.
We personally like to park here and enjoy some good brews and delicious food after our hike.
Here is a map of all the Montezuma waterfall entrances so you can get a better idea of what we are talking about. ↓
IMPORTANT TIPS FOR VISITING THE MONTEZUMA WATERFALL
WHAT TO WEAR
We wore fast drying shorts and T-shirts, our bathing suits underneath, water shoes, and a hat. This was perfect for this hike.
We swear by Keens or Tevas for our feet while hiking. These shoes have great grips, provide enough foot coverage, are breathable, and are perfect for trekking through the water.
WHAT TO BRING
A dry bag – We suggest putting all your valuable electronics in a dry bag if you plan to cross the river or want to swim under the falls. There is nothing worse than having all your electronics get soaked.
Bug spray and sunscreen– You will be in the woods so it can get a bit mosquito-y. Although you will be in the woods there is still sun and the sun is super strong here. It is best to put sunscreen on even if you feel as though you are walking in the shade.
A towel- This is not absolutely necessary, but we were happy to have our microfiber towel in our bag to dry off a bit before our walk back from the falls. On a hot day, you may be happy to stay as wet as possible. Don't forget water and some snacks.
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MAL PAIS COSTA RICA
A small fishing village in a remote corner of the country.
Although Mal Pais is considered to be the more tranquil of the two, it was actually populated before Santa Teresa, its busier neighbor to the north. Originally a quiet fishing village, Malpais retains its sleepy pace of life, it's incredibly beautiful and rugged coastline and its deep connection to the ocean.
The Malpais fishing village marks the most southern point of the town, bordering with the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve. It is here that the fishermen launch their pangas each dawn, unload their catches and prepare them for sale. You can buy directly from the fishermen, to make sure you get the freshest fish available – they often have freshly-caught grouper, red snapper, mackerel or yellow-fin tuna. This is also the launching point for groups heading out scuba diving, kayaking or whale watching.
Just off the coast from the fishing village is the Cabo Blanco Island, which stands within the protected waters of Costa Rica's first national reserve. The Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve preserves 3,140 acres of forest and 4,420 acres of ocean. The reserve protects an abundance of marine and terrestrial animals, including such endangered species as the Jaguar, Puma, Ocelot, Jaguarundi, Margay Cat, Spotted Owls, Caracara, Conch Snail and Giant Egret.
Malpais stretches from the fishing village all the way to the cross roads of Santa Teresa. The beach here is rugged and rocky. It has many protected coves and crystalline tidepools. There are some surf spots in Malpais, but they are strictly for advanced surfers.
The fishing village, the picturesque church and the small oceanfront soccer field are the hub of town. Nestled into the forest on either side of the main road there are boutique hotels and private homes. There are only a small number of restaurants here – Mary's Restaurant, Caracoles (which serves delicious Costa Rican food on the beach at a gorgeous, hidden cove) and Mariolita's. There are a couple of shops (Super Chicos, Freedom Riding SUP) and the popular zip-line canopy tour (Canopy Malpais). But that really is about it – for nightlife it is just a short drive in to Santa Teresa.
The real estate offering in Malpais includes luxury hill top homes, with breathtaking ocean views down the coast towards Playa Coyote and Nosara. There are homes nestled into the forest that enjoy fabulous jungle views and are visited by a whole host of animals – toucans, white-faced monkeys, howler monkeys and even jaguarundis (you are very lucky if you get to see one of these magnificent, but shy creatures). There are no condominiums or gated communities here, but there is an exciting new eco-project which seeks to provide beautiful homes in the forest with minimal ecological impact - Mi Casa en El Bosque. The commercial real estate opportunities in Malpais would include boutique hotels and large pieces of raw land that can be developed into gated communities or used for luxury hotels. There are, of course, also a number of properties for sale on the rugged and enchanting beach of Malpais.
If you love peace and tranquility, untouched beaches and don’t mind driving to the surf – Malpais could be the location for you!
Mal Pais is generally a bedroom community of Santa Teresa and surrounding areas, or a vacation home destination for guests who appreciate longer stays, and a quiet, laid back community. There are a few really nice beach front residences, but most of the homes take advantage of the dramatic, down the coast sunset and forest views.
Mal Pais has the distinct advantage of offering larger lot sizes, and also has an eco-friendly HOA with homes primarily built with bamboo, clay and other sustainable materials. This community is ideal for the home buyer seeking a little slower pace, quiet mornings interrupted by animal and bird sounds, and secluded beaches. The area also has some amazing dining, including the reginal classic, Marys Place, and the always popular, Caracoles. Most Mal Pais residents fall in love with the area, and have a hard time moving anywhere else.
This is a beautiful house located walking distance to the beach and the fishing village in Mal Pais. The property is surrounded by forest, with a shared Common Forest Protection Area on one side and the Oropopo Nature Reserve on the other. It is also a stone's throw from the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve and the gorgeous Secret Beach (a beautiful swimming cove at the edge of the reserve). At the fishing village, the freshest fish is brought in daily. The house has three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, an open-plan kitchen and living area, a big deck, a pool and an outdoor shower. The property is located within a unique eco community of 4 bamboo houses. The house was built from sustainably grown and harvested bamboo. The design was done by Architect Anna Iola Zanetti, a leader in the field of sustainable construction. The designs include the option to add a future 4th bedroom as a loft space if this is desired. The lot size is 959m2. The property has a municipal water connection and fiber optic internet. This property is for nature lovers, who want to live in harmony with their surroundings in a quiet and private small community. Here you can have the best of both worlds - you are just a short drive from restaurants, amenities and surfing beaches of Santa Teresa, but once on your property you have complete tranquility and privacy.
CHEAPEST WAY TO GET TO MAL PAIS
The cheapest way to get to Mal Pais is with the public bus (if coming from San Jose). However, this will take seven hours and involves switching busses three times and going on the ferry. You can check out the bus schedule here.
MOST COMFORTABLE WAY TO GET HERE
For the most comfort, we like to take a private shuttle. Our go-to shuttle company is Adobe Transfers. We have worked closely with Adobe for almost five years now and trust them completely. You can get a private transfer quote here.
FASTEST WAY TO GET TO MAL PAIS
The fastest (but most expensive) way to get to Mal Pais is by plane. From San Jose, it is possible to fly with a domestic airline to Tambor Airport. From Tambor, you can take a private shuttle or taxi 45 minutes to Mal Pais.
OUR FAVORITE WAY TO GET HERE
We always suggest renting a car and driving to Mal Pais on your own. The best way to do this (if coming from San Jose) is by going on the Puntarenas ferry to Paquera. In total this trip will take about five to six hours. However, about two of those hours will be spent on the ferry/ getting off the ferry. So, in actuality, it is not too much driving. Check out our ferry guide for more on that. We like to rent a car because Mal Pais is very remote. For all day trips you will likely want a car and there are not many car rental places in the Mal Pais area. You do not necessarily need a 4×4 for the drive to Mal Pais, but an SUV with decent clearance is suggested for once in Mal Pais because the roads are not paved. If you would like to drive the back road to Montezuma from Mal Pais, you will need a 4×4.
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Malpais
MAL PAIS COSTA RICA
A small fishing village in a remote corner of the country.
Although Mal Pais is considered to be the more tranquil of the two, it was actually populated before Santa Teresa, its busier neighbor to the north. Originally a quiet fishing village, Malpais retains its sleepy pace of life, it's incredibly beautiful and rugged coastline and its deep connection to the ocean.
The Malpais fishing village marks the most southern point of the town, bordering with the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve. It is here that the fishermen launch their pangas each dawn, unload their catches and prepare them for sale. You can buy directly from the fishermen, to make sure you get the freshest fish available – they often have freshly-caught grouper, red snapper, mackerel or yellow-fin tuna. This is also the launching point for groups heading out scuba diving, kayaking or whale watching.
Just off the coast from the fishing village is the Cabo Blanco Island, which stands within the protected waters of Costa Rica's first national reserve. The Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve preserves 3,140 acres of forest and 4,420 acres of ocean. The reserve protects an abundance of marine and terrestrial animals, including such endangered species as the Jaguar, Puma, Ocelot, Jaguarundi, Margay Cat, Spotted Owls, Caracara, Conch Snail and Giant Egret.
Malpais stretches from the fishing village all the way to the cross roads of Santa Teresa. The beach here is rugged and rocky. It has many protected coves and crystalline tidepools. There are some surf spots in Malpais, but they are strictly for advanced surfers.
The fishing village, the picturesque church and the small oceanfront soccer field are the hub of town. Nestled into the forest on either side of the main road there are boutique hotels and private homes. There are only a small number of restaurants here – Mary's Restaurant, Caracoles (which serves delicious Costa Rican food on the beach at a gorgeous, hidden cove) and Mariolita's. There are a couple of shops (Super Chicos, Freedom Riding SUP) and the popular zip-line canopy tour (Canopy Malpais). But that really is about it – for nightlife it is just a short drive in to Santa Teresa.
The real estate offering in Malpais includes luxury hill top homes, with breathtaking ocean views down the coast towards Playa Coyote and Nosara. There are homes nestled into the forest that enjoy fabulous jungle views and are visited by a whole host of animals – toucans, white-faced monkeys, howler monkeys and even jaguarundis (you are very lucky if you get to see one of these magnificent, but shy creatures). There are no condominiums or gated communities here, but there is an exciting new eco-project which seeks to provide beautiful homes in the forest with minimal ecological impact - Mi Casa en El Bosque. The commercial real estate opportunities in Malpais would include boutique hotels and large pieces of raw land that can be developed into gated communities or used for luxury hotels. There are, of course, also a number of properties for sale on the rugged and enchanting beach of Malpais.
If you love peace and tranquility, untouched beaches and don’t mind driving to the surf – Malpais could be the location for you!
Mal Pais is generally a bedroom community of Santa Teresa and surrounding areas, or a vacation home destination for guests who appreciate longer stays, and a quiet, laid back community. There are a few really nice beach front residences, but most of the homes take advantage of the dramatic, down the coast sunset and forest views.
Mal Pais has the distinct advantage of offering larger lot sizes, and also has an eco-friendly HOA with homes primarily built with bamboo, clay and other sustainable materials. This community is ideal for the home buyer seeking a little slower pace, quiet mornings interrupted by animal and bird sounds, and secluded beaches. The area also has some amazing dining, including the reginal classic, Marys Place, and the always popular, Caracoles. Most Mal Pais residents fall in love with the area, and have a hard time moving anywhere else.
This is a beautiful house located walking distance to the beach and the fishing village in Mal Pais. The property is surrounded by forest, with a shared Common Forest Protection Area on one side and the Oropopo Nature Reserve on the other. It is also a stone's throw from the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve and the gorgeous Secret Beach (a beautiful swimming cove at the edge of the reserve). At the fishing village, the freshest fish is brought in daily. The house has three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, an open-plan kitchen and living area, a big deck, a pool and an outdoor shower. The property is located within a unique eco community of 4 bamboo houses. The house was built from sustainably grown and harvested bamboo. The design was done by Architect Anna Iola Zanetti, a leader in the field of sustainable construction. The designs include the option to add a future 4th bedroom as a loft space if this is desired. The lot size is 959m2. The property has a municipal water connection and fiber optic internet. This property is for nature lovers, who want to live in harmony with their surroundings in a quiet and private small community. Here you can have the best of both worlds - you are just a short drive from restaurants, amenities and surfing beaches of Santa Teresa, but once on your property you have complete tranquility and privacy.
CHEAPEST WAY TO GET TO MAL PAIS
The cheapest way to get to Mal Pais is with the public bus (if coming from San Jose). However, this will take seven hours and involves switching busses three times and going on the ferry. You can check out the bus schedule here.
MOST COMFORTABLE WAY TO GET HERE
For the most comfort, we like to take a private shuttle. Our go-to shuttle company is Adobe Transfers. We have worked closely with Adobe for almost five years now and trust them completely. You can get a private transfer quote here.
FASTEST WAY TO GET TO MAL PAIS
The fastest (but most expensive) way to get to Mal Pais is by plane. From San Jose, it is possible to fly with a domestic airline to Tambor Airport. From Tambor, you can take a private shuttle or taxi 45 minutes to Mal Pais.
OUR FAVORITE WAY TO GET HERE
We always suggest renting a car and driving to Mal Pais on your own. The best way to do this (if coming from San Jose) is by going on the Puntarenas ferry to Paquera. In total this trip will take about five to six hours. However, about two of those hours will be spent on the ferry/ getting off the ferry. So, in actuality, it is not too much driving. Check out our ferry guide for more on that. We like to rent a car because Mal Pais is very remote. For all day trips you will likely want a car and there are not many car rental places in the Mal Pais area. You do not necessarily need a 4×4 for the drive to Mal Pais, but an SUV with decent clearance is suggested for once in Mal Pais because the roads are not paved. If you would like to drive the back road to Montezuma from Mal Pais, you will need a 4×4.
Offerta gastronomica
A DOÑA PIZZERIA - OPEN!
the right place to enjoy a delicious pizzas, pasta and more!
Located in Mal Pais, ex Mary's restaurant.
Open from 5pm, Tuesday to Sunday.
You can also order for delivery or takeaway - 85467840
La Doña Pizzeria
A DOÑA PIZZERIA - OPEN!
the right place to enjoy a delicious pizzas, pasta and more!
Located in Mal Pais, ex Mary's restaurant.
Open from 5pm, Tuesday to Sunday.
You can also order for delivery or takeaway - 85467840
Considered by many to be the best restaurant in Costa Rica, a dinner at Playa de los Artistas is an unforgettable experience, often the highlight of many peoples’ vacation in Montezuma. The menu changes every night, so it’s worth going twice. The restaurant is across the street from Los Mangos hotel, and has a very small sign. It’s easy to miss, and every day, hundreds of tourists walk right past without realizing they just passed one of the greatest restaurant experiences in the world.
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Playa de los Artistas
Considered by many to be the best restaurant in Costa Rica, a dinner at Playa de los Artistas is an unforgettable experience, often the highlight of many peoples’ vacation in Montezuma. The menu changes every night, so it’s worth going twice. The restaurant is across the street from Los Mangos hotel, and has a very small sign. It’s easy to miss, and every day, hundreds of tourists walk right past without realizing they just passed one of the greatest restaurant experiences in the world.
Tierra y Fuego Restaurant is a little piece of paradise, located in a prestigious location on the cool hills of Delicias.
It is an ideal retreat for those who want an evening in a quiet location, surrounded by greenery and flowers embellished with exotic flora and fauna that give to the place a special charm.
The spacious room is suitable for both evenings with friends, for families or for alone diners. The furniture is handcrafted with skill, with the use of tropical wood.
The restaurant is run by an Italian couple, thoughtful and careful to make sure that customers are always satisfied.
For the preparation of the dishes (typically Italian) are also used vegetables, herbs, spices and fresh fruits, product and crop in their garden.
The pizza is delicious and is cooked in a wood stove as the Italian tradition requests, as well as lasagna and other typical Italian dishes.
Although the place is displaced from the center, it is worth making a short drive to breathe a taste of tranquility accompanied by an excellent glass of wine.
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TIERRA Y FUEGO
Delicias Montezuma ConnectionTierra y Fuego Restaurant is a little piece of paradise, located in a prestigious location on the cool hills of Delicias.
It is an ideal retreat for those who want an evening in a quiet location, surrounded by greenery and flowers embellished with exotic flora and fauna that give to the place a special charm.
The spacious room is suitable for both evenings with friends, for families or for alone diners. The furniture is handcrafted with skill, with the use of tropical wood.
The restaurant is run by an Italian couple, thoughtful and careful to make sure that customers are always satisfied.
For the preparation of the dishes (typically Italian) are also used vegetables, herbs, spices and fresh fruits, product and crop in their garden.
The pizza is delicious and is cooked in a wood stove as the Italian tradition requests, as well as lasagna and other typical Italian dishes.
Although the place is displaced from the center, it is worth making a short drive to breathe a taste of tranquility accompanied by an excellent glass of wine.
Koji's Restaurant is the superstar of the Santa Teresa dinner scene. Spend just a few hours in the area, and you're bound to hear about Koji's raw talent. Owner Koji Hyodo sets the sushi bar high, coalescing the best and freshest seafood in the local market with imported Japanese ingredients to create masterpieces you wouldn't expect out of the jungle in a beach town.
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Koji's
Calle Buenos AiresKoji's Restaurant is the superstar of the Santa Teresa dinner scene. Spend just a few hours in the area, and you're bound to hear about Koji's raw talent. Owner Koji Hyodo sets the sushi bar high, coalescing the best and freshest seafood in the local market with imported Japanese ingredients to create masterpieces you wouldn't expect out of the jungle in a beach town.
Best place in town. Enjoy the best Italian breakfast with cappuccino and medialuna. Pizza, focaccia and fresh bread everyday.
Please don't forget to taste the spectacular Bombolone, cannoncini e bignè filled with Crema Pasticcera.
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Mafra's Panaderia Pasteleria y Cafė
Best place in town. Enjoy the best Italian breakfast with cappuccino and medialuna. Pizza, focaccia and fresh bread everyday.
Please don't forget to taste the spectacular Bombolone, cannoncini e bignè filled with Crema Pasticcera.
I like it ! Best Baba Ganoush in town, A very good pizza and ravioli. You can also have a large selection of cheese and ham …. Try and taste !
Muzza
I like it ! Best Baba Ganoush in town, A very good pizza and ravioli. You can also have a large selection of cheese and ham …. Try and taste !
Santa Teresa
Consejos para la ciudad
Cómo moverse
Car/ATV
Having a rental car will be the easiest way to get around in Mal Pais. Without a car you will be limited to just the small Mal Pais area.
Another option is to rent an ATV in Santa Teresa for a few days to get in between Mal Pais and Santa Teresa. Most companies charge about $75 a day for an ATV.
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THINGS TO DO IN MALPAIS
GO SURFING
Head to Santa Teresa and you will find plenty of places to take surf lessons or rent a board. There are many spots in this area for more advanced surfers, but beginners will find some nice spots as well. Just ask at the surf shop and they will help you out.
GO FISHING
Mal Pais is a popular fishing spot. Go on an in shore or off shore fishing trip here and you are sure to catch some tuna, snapper, mahi-mahi, and more!
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HIKE AT CABO BLANCO NATIONAL PARK
Head towards Montezuma and you will first hit Cabo Blanco National Park. This is not an overly hilly hike, but with the heat and humidity, it can be intense. Check out our full Cabo Blanco guide for all the info.
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ISLA TORTUGA TRIP
Tortuga Island in Costa Rica consists of a beautiful white sand beach and turquoise waters with a palm tree backdrop. There are plenty of amazing beaches in Costa Rica, but few have such fine white sand as Isla Tortuga does.
The island is located off of the Gulf of Nicoya, near the coast of the Curu Reserve.
Nobody lives on this island and there are no hotels. Instead, it exists purely as an island paradise that visitors can visit as part of a fun-filled guided day tour.
It is possible to take a Tortuga Island Tour from Jaco, Paquera (the area where the ferry lands on the Nicoya Peninsula)
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CHECK OUT THE CEMETARY ISLAND
On the way to Montezuma, you will pass through a small town called Cabuya. During low tide, it is possible to walk out to the town’s cemetery which is located on an island. It is one of the most beautiful and unique cemeteries I’ve ever seen.