The field guides
Know before
you go.
75 honest guides to getting here, finding your break, choosing a town and living well on the Nicoya Peninsula.
A useful first read
Start here: editor's picks
A few clear starting points before you get into the full field guide.
Digital NomadsBest Coworking Spaces in Santa Teresa
Internet speeds, desk setups, community vibes, and pricing, the coworking spaces that actually support real work.
Where to StayBest Hotels in Santa Teresa for Every Budget
From $15 hostel dorms to $750 beachfront villas, the Santa Teresa hotels actually worth booking, sorted by budget, with honest notes on each.
Food & DrinkBest Restaurants in Santa Teresa
The Santa Teresa restaurants actually worth eating at, from $6 casados to $50 omakase, ranked by what's good, not who paid for the most ads.
Plan your trip
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ActivitiesThings to Do in Santa Teresa
What to do in Santa Teresa: surf, eat, sunsets, nightlife, waterfalls, Cabo Blanco, yoga, and the days that are not the beach.
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ActivitiesATV and Quad Tours in Santa Teresa
Mountain trails, waterfall access, and coastal routes, the ATV tours worth doing and the ones to skip.
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ActivitiesBest Yoga Studios and Retreats in Santa Teresa
From drop-in vinyasa to week-long retreats, the yoga studios that are actually good, not just Instagrammable.
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ActivitiesDay Trips from Santa Teresa: Montezuma, Cabo Blanco, and More
Waterfalls, nature reserves, and neighboring towns worth the drive, with logistics, timing, and what to bring.
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ActivitiesFishing in Santa Teresa: Charters, Seasons, and Species
Inshore and offshore fishing charters, what's running when, and the captains worth booking.
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ActivitiesHiking Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve
Costa Rica's first protected area, trail details, what to bring, wildlife to expect, and the beach at the end.
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ActivitiesHorseback Riding on the Beach in Santa Teresa
Sunset rides, jungle trails, and which operators actually take care of their horses.
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ActivitiesSanta Teresa with Kids: Activities and Logistics
What works and what doesn't when traveling to Santa Teresa with children, beaches, activities, food, and practical tips.
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ActivitiesSnorkeling and Diving Near Santa Teresa
The best underwater spots near Santa Teresa and the Nicoya Peninsula, visibility, marine life, and operators.
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ActivitiesSunset Spots in Santa Teresa: The Definitive List
Beaches, rooftops, hilltops, and hidden viewpoints, where to watch the sun go down every single evening.
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ActivitiesThings to Do in Santa Teresa Beyond Surfing
Montezuma waterfalls, Cabo Blanco, ATV tours, horseback rides, snorkeling, yoga and sunset rituals, a local's honest take on Santa Teresa beyond the lineup.
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ActivitiesWildlife in Santa Teresa: Monkeys, Turtles, and What You'll See
Howler monkeys, white-faced capuchins, sea turtles, scarlet macaws, the wildlife you'll encounter and where to find it.
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