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Playa Ocotal
This beach is located on an inlet bounded by hills, with grayish sands and low waves. It is ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports such as diving and sport fishing that are offered at different points in the region. The high parts of the adjacent hills boast magnificent views of the entire Gulf of Papagayo. This beach has been awarded the Ecological Blue Flag.
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Playa Danta
Its scenic beauty can be appreciated from the entrance, when you cross a path with a small wooden bridge, just before entering this beach of light gray sand, soft waves and few stones. The place combines nature with crystal-clear water and lots of vegetation. From Playa Danta, you can see the Pitahayas and Santa Catalina islands. The latter site, about nine kilometers away, is a favorite site among divers in this part of the coast.
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Playa Pan de Azúcar
A quiet beach with light gray sand, with intermediate swell and few stones. The scenery at Pan de Azúcar beach is extraordinary, as the Islas Catalina can be seen in the distance. It is an ideal place to relax, as the beach remains free from crowds. It belongs to the area known as Las Catalinas in Guanacaste.
Playa Penca
This is another small beach, with moderate to strong waves. It has an estuary and a mangrove swamp. Along with the Islote Chocoyas, located just off its northern end, this beach is a special natural attraction that is perfect for rest and contemplation. It has received a Blue Flag designation.
Playa Guacamaya
This beach is located in Culebra Bay and is empty for most of the year since the route to the beach is in quite a bad state (only accessible by 4x4 vehicles), though visitors can also reach the beach by boat and enjoy the beautiful scenery full of little islands.
In Guacamaya, the sand is light gray and the waves are very gentle. On one side of the beach, there are some trees that provide shade. The sea feels untouched and picture- perfect, perfect for snorkeling. Guacamaya also lends itself to a peaceful swim or a quiet rest.
Playa Guacamayita
Small and crystalline, as beautiful as it is hidden. The small beach with light gray sand offers a calm sea, perfect for snorkeling and swimming.
Vacations can take many forms, but there’s nothing like being in an isolated, untouched spot with shade on one side.
Playa Guacamayita
Playa Penca
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Playa Guacamaya