Nicoya Peninsula Region Information

Famous stars, well known athletes and musicians have chosen the Nicoya Peninsula Region for vacation travels and homesites. Artists, authors and musicians from an international scope live in the area allowing for special events in the communities that can't be seen anywhere else in the country.

Reserve Cabo Blanco, located on the very southern tip of the Peninsula's Pacific border, can begin your journey along the coast to visit wildlife, marine and island reserves that extend the entire length back into the gulf waters. Islands like Isla Chira, Isla Caballo and Isla Venado can be reached by tours and ferry boats giving more opportunity to see the amazing aquatic life on your way over. The towns of Nicoya, Samara, and Nosara are destinations that put you in the center of many attractions with different terrains to get an overall feel of the the Nicoya Region.

In fewer words, Nicoya Peninsula Region has a little bit of everything you can possibly hope to see during your stay in Costa Rica.

Things To Do

Sport fishing is spectacular in this region and offered at many locations along the coast.

The main attraction to the region is the beaches and amazing sunsets. Take time to unwind and put your toes in the sand. 

Scuba and Snorkeling are favorite activities of the area. There are tons of beaches where you can see exotic sea life just off shore. 

Where there is a wave, there are surfers. The region is home to some of the best waves in Costa Rica. Surf Schools and Camps can help you learn this popular sport. 

Main Attractions / Towns

Where To Stay

Whether you choose to stay along the shores of the Nicoya Gulf (Golfo de Nicoya)  or the Pacific Ocean our list of accommodations with guide you to the right hotel, villa or resort. 

Getting Around

The Nicoya Region is known for bad roads conditions although the main roads in and out of the region are paved and easy to navigate.  We suggest talking with locals to find out the best route and method to travel to your destination. Companies offering private transfers have sprung up to accommodate the need for safe travel. Local taxis are a great way to get to the beaches from the inland towns and buses are cheap if you can work around their schedule. 

Where To Go From Here

It is easiest to travel into the North Pacific Region but the Central Valley or the Central Pacific Regions are also accessible from the Nicoya Peninsula. Take the Ferry from Playa Naranjo if you are heading east or ask the locals for the road that is in the best shape to take you north.