Visit Playa Samara
- Nature, Adventure & Sport
- Water Sports
- Horse
Playa Samara: How to get there?
5 hours by bus from San JosePlaya Samara: See when to go?
All year roundPlaya Samara: For how long?
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Playa Samara Holidays
The beach on the Nicoya Peninsula is protected by a coral reef, which makes it an ideal spot for budding surfers and/or for paddling and splashing around in the water.
Playa Samara: What to see nearby?
What our travellers think of their stay
The magnificent Samara Beach is located on Costa Rica's Pacific coast, on the Nicoya Peninsula, and truly is a haven of peace and tranquility.
My suggestion
Be careful of the sun! I recommend going to Samara Beach early in the morning or late in the afternoon as the sun very often shines there and the heat can be unmerciful!
The beach on the Nicoya Peninsula is protected by a coral reef, which makes it an ideal spot for budding surfers and/or for paddling and splashing around in the water.
My suggestion
Opt for a hotel far from the city center to make the most of the relaxing effect of this beach side stopover.
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