Cocos Island Costa Rica
Once upon a time somewhere in the Pacific ocean, Pirates set sail to unchartered waters looking for the best place to hide their looted treasure. When the winds took them to an isolated island west of Central America, Pirates never hesitated to anchor and take refuge. With lots of natural resources, many have easily fell […]
Best Kids Activities in Santa Teresa
Adults in Santa Teresa often are happy to sit around all day by the beach, in a hammock, relaxing, etc, but what about if you have kids? What can you do with them to explore the wonders of Costa Rica and keep them entertained? Here are several good ideas: Wonderland It’s a restaurant, a gift […]
Boogie Boarding
Body Boarding in Costa Rica Boogie boarding, otherwise referred to as body boarding since “Boogie Boards” are manufacturer’s brand like “kleenex”, is a marine sport that involves a short, soft, foam board that a rider uses to keep themselves buoyant as they ride across breaking waves. Boogie boarding in Costa Rica is a very popular […]
Rock Climbing
Now you can scale epic cliffs in Mal Pais and Montezuma The owner of Rock Climbing Costa Rica, Jordan Rice, has a great business leading rock climbing tours in the area. You might wonder, where are the rocks and cliffs in the area that are safe for climbing? Isn’t everything covered with jungle? Jordan has […]
Snorkeling
Where to Snorkel around Santa Teresa This area isn’t just for surfers! Snorkeling can be amazing here, especially in dry season, when the water is more clear. Any time of year, there’s tons of sea life in there, but due to dust and dirt that runs from the rivers into the ocean during heavy rains, […]
ATV Rentals and Tours
Malpais and Santa Teresa are well known surf towns in Costa Rica. These locations are visited by many tourists throughout the year because of their beautiful, clean and unaltered beaches. The diversity of the terrain is spectacular and allows for many different activities. Tourists can explore the land by car, hiking, on horseback or by […]
Horse Tours
Horseback Riding in St Teresa & Malpais Malpais and its neighboring town, Santa Teresa, is popular among surfers for its beautiful beaches. It has been hailed by Forbes Magazine as one of the top ten most beautiful locations in the world. Many celebrities have been spotted enjoying the pristine beaches of Peninsula Nicoya. Aside from […]
Sportfishing
The Joy of Sportfishing in Malpais The deep blue Pacific waters are home to abundant marine life, and this is the reason why sportfishing in Malpais and Santa Teresa is one of the most pleasurable pastimes that anglers indulge. Some of the varieties you can catch here include mackerel, yellow-fin tuna, mahi-mahi, and Jack. This […]
Kite Surfing
Hot Spots for Kite Surfing in Malpais and Saint Teresa Once upon a time it was hard to reach the twin-villages of Saint Teresa and Malpais in Costa Rica. Yet many did get there in the ’70s, riding the wave of ‘love’ and ‘peace’ to a remote corner of the sunny, laid-back island that had […]
Canopy Tours – Zip Lines
We have two canopy tours in the Santa Teresa / Montezuma area to enjoy There’s one in Montezuma and one in Malpais: Malpais: The Malpais canopy tour is closer for tourists staying in Santa Teresa, and it’s longer and faster. To find it, just drive south on the main beach road until you’ve almost reached […]
Scuba Diving
Options for Scuba Diving near Santa Teresa & Malpais Costa Rica is world renown for being one of the best destinations to scuba dive. If the thought of diving in warm, crystal clear water teeming with tropical fish appeals to you, then read on to discover the basics of Scuba diving in the tropics. The […]
Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP)
If you’re planning a trip to Costa Rica and have been researching beach activities, you may be wondering what Stand Up Paddle Boarding or SUP is. Paddle boarding is a sport similar to surfing, where riders stand on top of a large board, which they then steer using a long paddle. In the last few […]
Sea Kayaking
Sea Kayaking Basics- Your Guide to Kayaking Adventures in Costa Rica The white sandy beaches of Malpais are certainly a remarkable sight for those who take a trip to this popular tourist spot in Costa Rica. More importantly, however, there are many things you can do on or underwater while relishing the amazing paradise that […]
Montezuma Yoga
Montezuma Yoga is housed at Hotel Los Mangos, right on the outskirts of the charming Montezuma village community. Guests have the opportunity of practicing yoga in the spacious and airy wooden pavilion that overlooks the ocean and listening to the naturally enchanting sound of the surrounding oceans, birds and Costa Rica’s signature howler monkeys. The […]
Anamaya Surf & Yoga in Montezuma
Check out Anamaya’s “Soul Surfer” luxury surf camp in Montezuma Costa Rica. Anamaya offers the most beautiful view in Costa Rica, an infinity edge pool, gourmet healthy food (with vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free options available for those who want them.) Surf Camp Participants in this Costa Rica surf camp are taken to a variety of […]
Snorkeling Los Suecos Beach, Malpais
Los Suecos means, “The Swedes” because of the Swedish family that lived down by this beach years ago, and because it was the favorite beach of Swedish immigrant Nils Olof Wessberg and his wife Karen Morgenson, who founded Costa Rica’s national park system. Los Suecos, also know as “the secret beach” is one of the […]
Vista de Olas Hotel
Indulge yourself in this 5 stars hotel. Vista de Olas is a refined hotel with 5 sumptuous villas perfect for specially designed for honeymooners and couples. The sunsets is one of the main reasons why the hotels name: the spectacular landscape embrace your sense coming from the extended 180 degrees view of Malpais until Santa […]
Pranamar
This spectacular resort and unsual yoga retreat in Santa Teresa is the result of a two decade of experience that their owners Greg, Susan and Stefano carry with them. They have been actively involved in every aspect of the hotel right from the inception stages. After they opened their first breakfast joint, Greg and Susan […]
Indigo Yoga Resort
Indigo Yoga Resort, Mal-Pais, Costa Rica Indigo Yoga Resort, has very swiftly become known for its good value and great location. Located only steps from the beach and a 15 minute walk away from the popular Mal Pais center. The hotel houses 11 rooms and 1 villa with many boasting a rather enchanting ‘open-sky’ shower. […]
Anamaya
In the world, there are 5 areas called Blue Zone, where people are healthier and live the longest lives on earth. The gift of good health is what Anamaya hotel offers, and is located in the town of Montezuma. Its name is from Sanskrit which means good health. Once inside this luxurious place, which is […]