Emily & William
Things To Do
Montezuma Falls
A visit to Montezuma Falls is one of the most popular things to do in the area, even for people staying on the Santa Teresa side of the peninsula. There are three large pool, great for cliff jumping and swimming (please be careful!). Puggo's is a fabulous restaurant nearest the entrance to the Montezuma Falls trail. The mint/lime slushies (add some rum!) are a must! Bring your bathing suit and hiking shoes.
Isla Tortuga
This is the best local area to snorkel. Please RSVP to the Tortuga Island Excursion if you are interested in visiting this location as a group. The cost is $90 per guest.
Surfing on Santa Teresa Beach
With consistent off-shore winds, Santa Teresa boasts swells that have been known to attract surfers from all over the globe for all levels. Bringing in the Pacific waters, waves range from moderate to strong. Surfing conditions are top-notch through the year along the coast. Surf lessons are a must!
SCUBA Diving
Scuba diving is a popular sport in the area since the waters here have so much sea life. Rays, white tip sharks, eels, dolphins, etc can be seen.
Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve
If you're looking for adventure, be sure to take a day trip to Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve, 5 kilometers away. As the country's first protected area, this park encompasses 1,270 hectares of mixed forest filled with 150 species of birds, including brown pelicans, laughing gulls, ospreys and brown boobies. In fact, this tip of the peninsula is an important seabird sanctuary. Rest assured, there are forest trails and stunning ocean views awaiting your visit.
Mal País Canopy Tour
Go ziplining in the country that first-patented the high-flying adventure.
Curú National Refuge
Curú is the best park in the area. It has a beautiful beach, and you’re certain to see many wild animals and others in their reintroduction center such as Spider Monkeys and Scarlet Macaws.
Snorkeling
Tortuga Island is among the famous snorkeling destinations in the Nicoya Peninsula. It is a good site for amateurs due to its calm, clear snorkeling in Costa Rican waters and little currants. You can see different species of colorful fish and sea turtles around this island.
Birdwatching
Costa Rica, for its size, has one of the largest and most diverse populations in the world. Great places to look for birds at beach river mouths and the best time is around 6-8am when they’re very active.
Sea Kayaking
Cabo Blanco was the very first national park and marine reserve in Costa Rica. On this sea kayaking tour, you will paddle your way around the waters surrounding Cabo Blanco and visit a submarine volcano. You may see many sea turtles and birds on this tour. You may also see some whales and dolphins on this tour, if it is the season for their migrations. This tour will also take you to a ‘secret beach’ where you can rest, snorkel and even visit a bat cave.
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Stand Up Paddleboarding is the latest board sport to come to the area, and has become popular quickly. Private lessons are available.
Sport Fishing & Boat Tours
Plenty of boats are ready in Malpaís to take you out to catch tuna, snapper, mahi-mahi, and more.
Katana Asian Cuisine
This restaurant serves a great selection of dishes prepared with great flavor. It is famous for its delicious sushi. It serves vegan and vegetarian-friendly dishes as well as you will find gluten-free options to choose from.
Rocamar
A great place to grab some fish tacos and guacamole while enjoying the pristine views.
El Patio Cafe
Looking for a quick, fresh, and nutritious bite while monkeys gaze on? This is the place for you!
Soda Tiquicia
Considered one of the best restaurants to grab a bite of local flavor.
La Selva Cerveza Artesanal
La Selva Cerveza Artesanal is a craft brewery in the midst of the jungles of Costa Rica, residing by Cabo Blanco Absolute Nature Reserve, the first in the country, from which we use the water to brew 6 different ales, embodying an alternative lifestyle which we call a “living ale”. We offer brewery tours, a tasting room, and a tapas restaurant onsite