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Santa Teresa Through Our Lens

Beaches, surf, wildlife and sunsets around Santa Teresa and the Nicoya Peninsula. Every photo here was taken by our local team.

Beaches, surf, wildlife and sunsets around Santa Teresa and the Nicoya Peninsula. Every photo here was taken by our local team.

Surfer silhouetted on a breaking wave at sunset on Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa
Aerial view of Isla Tortuga surrounded by turquoise water in the Gulf of Nicoya, Costa Rica
Three women carrying surfboards toward the waves on Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa
Couple watching an orange sunset over the ocean in Manzanillo, Costa Rica
Costa Rican flag at the viewpoint over Playa Suecos in Malpaís, Costa Rica
Bare-throated tiger heron standing among fallen leaves in the forest near Santa Teresa
Aerial view of palm trees meeting the wide sandy beach of Playa Hermosa, near Santa Teresa
Montezuma Waterfall dropping into a natural pool surrounded by forest, with swimmers below
White-faced capuchin monkey sitting on a branch in the forest in Montezuma, Costa Rica
Sun setting over the Pacific Ocean and volcanic rocks in Malpaís, Costa Rica
Aerial view of an outrigger canoe paddling over turquoise water off Malpaís, Costa Rica
Brown pelicans flying across a clear blue sky in Costa Rica
Woman surfing a wave in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, with the jungle-covered coast behind her
Collared aracari, a small toucan, perched among green leaves in Costa Rica
Bright green young iguana resting on a fallen log in Costa Rica
Aerial view of the rocky coast and turquoise water of Isla Tortuga, Gulf of Nicoya, Costa Rica
Woman riding a horse along the beach in Manzanillo, Costa Rica, at golden hour
Aerial view of Playa Carmen and Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, with jungle-covered hills and white sand beaches
Surfers walking to Playa La Lora in Santa Teresa past ATVs parked under the trees
Two riders on horseback crossing the beach under the trees at sunset in Manzanillo, Costa Rica
Surfers waiting in the lineup at first light on Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa
Leaning palm trees over the white sand and turquoise water of Playa Quesera in Curú Wildlife Refuge, Costa Rica
Surfers walking along the shore of Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa, in golden evening light
Tall trees, palms and hanging vines in the jungle beside Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa
Surfer silhouetted on a breaking wave at sunset on Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa
Woman riding a horse along the beach in Manzanillo, Costa Rica, at golden hour
Sun setting over the Pacific Ocean and volcanic rocks in Malpaís, Costa Rica
Three women carrying surfboards toward the waves on Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa
Surfers walking to Playa La Lora in Santa Teresa past ATVs parked under the trees
Brown pelicans flying across a clear blue sky in Costa Rica
Costa Rican flag at the viewpoint over Playa Suecos in Malpaís, Costa Rica
Surfers waiting in the lineup at first light on Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa
Collared aracari, a small toucan, perched among green leaves in Costa Rica
Aerial view of palm trees meeting the wide sandy beach of Playa Hermosa, near Santa Teresa
Surfers walking along the shore of Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa, in golden evening light
Aerial view of the rocky coast and turquoise water of Isla Tortuga, Gulf of Nicoya, Costa Rica
White-faced capuchin monkey sitting on a branch in the forest in Montezuma, Costa Rica
Aerial view of Isla Tortuga surrounded by turquoise water in the Gulf of Nicoya, Costa Rica
Aerial view of Playa Carmen and Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, with jungle-covered hills and white sand beaches
Aerial view of an outrigger canoe paddling over turquoise water off Malpaís, Costa Rica
Couple watching an orange sunset over the ocean in Manzanillo, Costa Rica
Two riders on horseback crossing the beach under the trees at sunset in Manzanillo, Costa Rica
Woman surfing a wave in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, with the jungle-covered coast behind her
Bare-throated tiger heron standing among fallen leaves in the forest near Santa Teresa
Leaning palm trees over the white sand and turquoise water of Playa Quesera in Curú Wildlife Refuge, Costa Rica
Bright green young iguana resting on a fallen log in Costa Rica
Montezuma Waterfall dropping into a natural pool surrounded by forest, with swimmers below
Tall trees, palms and hanging vines in the jungle beside Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa
Surfer silhouetted on a breaking wave at sunset on Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa
Woman riding a horse along the beach in Manzanillo, Costa Rica, at golden hour
Sun setting over the Pacific Ocean and volcanic rocks in Malpaís, Costa Rica
Three women carrying surfboards toward the waves on Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa
Surfers walking to Playa La Lora in Santa Teresa past ATVs parked under the trees
Brown pelicans flying across a clear blue sky in Costa Rica
Costa Rican flag at the viewpoint over Playa Suecos in Malpaís, Costa Rica
Surfers waiting in the lineup at first light on Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa
Collared aracari, a small toucan, perched among green leaves in Costa Rica
Aerial view of palm trees meeting the wide sandy beach of Playa Hermosa, near Santa Teresa
Surfers walking along the shore of Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa, in golden evening light
Aerial view of the rocky coast and turquoise water of Isla Tortuga, Gulf of Nicoya, Costa Rica
White-faced capuchin monkey sitting on a branch in the forest in Montezuma, Costa Rica
Aerial view of Isla Tortuga surrounded by turquoise water in the Gulf of Nicoya, Costa Rica
Aerial view of Playa Carmen and Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, with jungle-covered hills and white sand beaches
Aerial view of an outrigger canoe paddling over turquoise water off Malpaís, Costa Rica
Couple watching an orange sunset over the ocean in Manzanillo, Costa Rica
Two riders on horseback crossing the beach under the trees at sunset in Manzanillo, Costa Rica
Woman surfing a wave in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, with the jungle-covered coast behind her
Bare-throated tiger heron standing among fallen leaves in the forest near Santa Teresa
Leaning palm trees over the white sand and turquoise water of Playa Quesera in Curú Wildlife Refuge, Costa Rica
Bright green young iguana resting on a fallen log in Costa Rica
Montezuma Waterfall dropping into a natural pool surrounded by forest, with swimmers below
Tall trees, palms and hanging vines in the jungle beside Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa

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How we help you in Santa Teresa

From getting here to choosing a beach, here's what you need to plan your days in Santa Teresa.

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What is Info Santa Teresa?

Info Santa Teresa is a local team based in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica. We help travelers find and book tours, arrange transportation and plan their stay with practical local advice. We work with local providers we have chosen carefully, and you can reach us on WhatsApp or by email with any question before or during your trip.

What tours can I book with you?

You can book bioluminescence tours, surf lessons, Isla Tortuga day trips, horseback riding, ATV tours to the Montezuma waterfalls, ziplining, sport fishing, outrigger canoe paddles and more around Santa Teresa, Malpaís, Montezuma and Tambor Bay.

How does booking work?

Choose your tour and date and pay a small deposit online to reserve. The local provider confirms availability, and your card is only charged once your booking is confirmed. You can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund of your deposit, unless the tour page shows a different policy.

Can you help me get to Santa Teresa?

Yes. We arrange shared shuttles and private transfers to and from Santa Teresa, and we can help you choose the best option for your route and group.

Can you help me plan my trip?

Yes. Start with our free Travel Guide, written by people who live here, covering the best beaches, where to stay, restaurants, getting around, prices and safety. If you want personal help, message our local team on WhatsApp or email us and we will help you choose tours, transport and where to stay, or book a one-on-one planning call.