Visit Tamarindo, Costa Rica

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Tamarindo is a small oceanfront town located along the northern Pacific coast of Costa Rica in Central America. Playa Tamarindo presents along beach with excellent waves and a number of named breaks: Pico Pequeno, a rocky point break and El Estero, which breaks from the mouth of the local river beckon more experienced surfers. Witches Rock and Ollie’s Point are two other local reef breaks that appeal to a broad cross section of board riders and body surfers; These two locally famous surf spots are accessible by boat only and offer left and right breaking tubes. Five miles south of Tamarindo is found Playa Avellanas, a beach the locals refer to as “Little Hawaii” with lefts and rights up to 7 meters. Costa Ricalies close to the equator in the southern hemisphere with the best surfing found from December to April (considered Costa Rica’s summer). Visitors also have the opportunity to observe 800 pound plus Leatherback turtles lay their eggs at nearby Playa Grande beach during nesting season, providing a worthy diversion from the epic surf conditions for those seeking alternative pursuits or just a break for an afternoon. Excursions to the National Park that harbors these elegant creatures are easily arranged. Tamarindo offers a broad selection of accommodations from hotels and condos to private home rentals. The town has its own airstrip, daily bus service from San Jose and a paved highway if you choose to drive yourself from the capital city. Your dream trip to Costa Rica to include surfing some of its famous waves is as close as adding it to your list. Start planning your visit to this exciting Central American location today. There are several shops in Tamarindo that sell and rent surf boards. They also sell related equipment and clothing.

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