The Santa Teresa Guide

Ten local guides to Santa Teresa, Costa Rica — written from the town, not about it, and connected to real local operators you can message on WhatsApp. Diez guías locales de Santa Teresa — escritas desde el pueblo, conectadas a operadores reales.

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Things to Do in Santa Teresa

The local top 15 — surf, sunsets, waterfalls, wildlife and everything between. · Qué hacer en Santa Teresa.

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Santa Teresa Surf Guide

Playa Carmen to Suck Rock to the Mal País reefs: breaks, seasons, schools and boards. · Guía de surf.

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Santa Teresa Beaches

Playa Santa Teresa, Carmen, Hermosa, the Mal País tide pools and quiet Manzanillo. · Las playas.

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Santa Teresa Day Trips

Montezuma waterfalls, Cabo Blanco reserve, Isla Tortuga snorkeling and the Cóbano run. · Paseos de un día.

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Where to Stay in Santa Teresa

Surf camps, barefoot luxury, yoga retreats and hostels from Carmen to Mal País. · Dónde hospedarse.

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Where to Eat in Santa Teresa

Sodas, sushi, beach clubs, Israeli grills and the coast's best coffee. · Dónde comer.

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Getting to Santa Teresa & Around

The ferry, shuttles, Cóbano flights, ATVs and the one dusty road. · Cómo llegar y moverse.

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The 12 Best Restaurants in Santa Teresa

Twelve kitchens we'd send a friend to, with direct links to each. · Los mejores restaurantes.

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The Best Hotels in Santa Teresa

Budget beds, mid-range surf hotels and true luxury — book direct. · Los mejores hoteles.

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Santa Teresa Weather & When to Visit

Dry vs green season, surf seasons, crowds and prices, month by month. · Cuándo visitar.

Open the Todo Santa Teresa app — the whole town, offline · Abrir la app