Montezuma
Costa Rica · Puntarenas · 0 m
Description
Montezuma is a lively coastal village on the southern tip of Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula, known for its relaxed, alternative atmosphere. The small town is surrounded by unspoiled beaches, rocky coves, tropical forest, and the multi-tiered Montezuma Waterfalls with their natural pools. Montezuma combines a creative, international community with impressive natural surroundings and the laid-back spirit of the peninsula. Nearby Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve, Costa Rica’s oldest protected area, also makes Montezuma an ideal base for discovering the rich biodiversity of the southern Nicoya Peninsula.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 5 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: December – April
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- Dec
Highlights
- Montezuma Waterfalls
- Playa Montezuma & Playa Grande
- Cabo Blanco Absolute Nature Reserve(Day trip)
- El Chorro Waterfall & Playa Cocolito
- Tortuga Island snorkeling & boat tour(Day trip)
- Cabuya Island Cemetery(Day trip)
- Montezuma Butterfly Garden
- Piedra Colorada River & natural pools
- Playa Las Manchas
- Montezuma coastal jungle hike
- Horseback riding to El Chorro Waterfall
- Surfing & surf lessons at Playa Grande
- Yoga & wellness
- Montezuma village cafés & restaurants
- Las Lajas Waterfall(Day trip)
- Curú Wildlife Refuge(Day trip)
- Bioluminescence in Paquera(Day trip)
- Tortuga Island diving(Day trip)
- Sport fishing
Getting there
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry