Sámara
Costa Rica · Guanacaste · 0 m
Description
Sámara is a charming coastal town on the Pacific coast of Guanacaste Province and one of Costa Rica’s most relaxed beach destinations. The town is known for its sheltered bay with a long sandy beach, generally calm waters and gentle waves, as well as activities such as swimming, kayaking, snorkeling and horseback riding along the shore. Sámara combines authentic Costa Rican coastal charm with good tourist infrastructure, small restaurants and a pleasantly laid-back atmosphere. This family-friendly destination is an ideal base for relaxing beach days and nature experiences along Costa Rica’s Pacific coast.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 7 days (optimal 4 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: December – April
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- Dec
Highlights
- Playa Sámara
- Playa Carrillo
- Isla Chora kayaking & snorkeling
- Ostional Wildlife Refuge & olive ridley turtle arribadas (July - December)(Day trip)
- Surfing & surf lessons at Playa Sámara
- Kayaking & stand-up paddleboarding in Sámara Bay
- Dolphin watching & coastal boat tours
- Werner Sauter Biological Reserve
- Belen Waterfall
- Horseback riding on beaches & through the countryside
- Canopy & zipline tours
- Sport fishing tours
- Ultralight flights over the Nicoya coast
- Playa Buena Vista
- Playa Barrigona(Day trip)