Tamarindo is a beach town located in the Province of Guanacaste, which in turn is located in the Northwest corner of Costa Rica. Tamarindo is approximately a 5 hour drive from San Jose.

Tamarindo used to be a sleepy fishing village full of backpackers and surfers that has transformed itself into a bustling premier resort area. Named for the tamarind trees that fringe the beach, Tamarindo is the most accessible location on the northern Pacific coast.

Sandy beaches, fully guided adventure tourism, busy nightlife, and world-class restaurants and accommodations ensure even the most tentative travelers will feel right at home.

To visit:

• Conchal Beach
• Flamingo Beach
• Playa Langosta Beach
• Ocotal Beach
• Cabo Velas

Additional activities:

• Snorkeling
• Scuba diving
• Fishing
• Horseback riding
• Beach cruises
• Water skiing
• Jet skiing
• Catamarans
• Ocean and river kayaking
• Wind surfing
• Surfing
• Boogie Boarding