Playa Matapalo

Sunset cruise off the coast off of Playa Matapalo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica (07/2019)
Spider monkey at Matapalo Beach. Was even able to feed this guy, but please don’t give monkeys bananas! Bananas can cause monkeys to miscarriage.

Tours & day trips

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Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour

Activity duration is 11 hours and 30 minutes
8.8 out of 10 with 68 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$1,135 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Sloth Watching + Waterfall & Organic Coffee and Chocolate Tour

Sloth Watching + Waterfall & Organic Coffee and Chocolate Tour

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 151 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$1,253 per adult*
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Water activities

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Marlin Del Rey Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo & Playas del Coco

Marlin Del Rey Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo & Playas del Coco

Activity duration is 4 hours and 15 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 16 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$1,292 per adult
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History & culture

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Marlin Del Rey Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo & Playas del Coco

Marlin Del Rey Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo & Playas del Coco

Activity duration is 4 hours and 15 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 16 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$1,292 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Diamante Eco Adventure Park: Costa Rican Cultural Experience

Diamante Eco Adventure Park: Costa Rican Cultural Experience

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$564 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Hidden beach

Bahia Pez Vela Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Bahia Pez Vela Beach during your trip to El Ocotal? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Bahia Pez Vela Beach
Another day, another perfect snorkelling spot in the middle of nowhere Costa Rica. http://www.divebuddies4life.com/playa-del-coco-snorkeling-spots/

Ocotal Beach

4/5(2 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ocotal Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to El Ocotal. Discover the entertainment choices in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.

Ocotal Beach
Coco Beach featuring a beach

Coco Beach

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the depths of the ocean with your snorkel and fly through the treetops of the jungle on a zip line in this picturesque beach town.

Coco Beach
Playa prieta had beautiful black sand and lava rocks. Not another person in sight every time we visited.

Playa Prieta

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Playa Prieta might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Potrero. Discover the sunsets and bars in this relaxing area.

Playa Prieta
Playa Penca

Penca Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Penca Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Potrero. Discover the sunsets and bars in this relaxing area.

Penca Beach
Potrero Beach near Flamingo in Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Playa Potrero

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Potrero during your trip to Potrero? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Playa Potrero

Top Playa Matapalo Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Sardinal de Carrillo Sardinal Guanacaste
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal Sardinal Guanacaste
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
5 MINUTES TO BEACH! Dazzling Luxury Hilltop Estate w/ MASSIVE Outdoor Oasis!

5 MINUTES TO BEACH! Dazzling Luxury Hilltop Estate w/ MASSIVE Outdoor Oasis!

Playa Matapalo Provincia de Guanacaste
5 MINUTES TO BEACH! Dazzling Luxury Hilltop Estate w/ MASSIVE Outdoor Oasis!
Oceanview Haven: Peaceful Pool & Comfort

Oceanview Haven: Peaceful Pool & Comfort

Playa Ocotal Guanacaste
Oceanview Haven: Peaceful Pool & Comfort
Bright Retreat | Pool, Concierge & Beach Access

Bright Retreat | Pool, Concierge & Beach Access

Playa Ocotal Guanacaste
Bright Retreat | Pool, Concierge & Beach Access
Luxury 3 Bedroom in Exclusive Ocotal Beach.

Luxury 3 Bedroom in Exclusive Ocotal Beach.

Guanacaste Province Guanacaste Province
Luxury 3 Bedroom in Exclusive Ocotal Beach.
Exquisite ocean-view villa with pool, balcony, & central AC

Exquisite ocean-view villa with pool, balcony, & central AC

Playa Ocotal Gu
Exquisite ocean-view villa with pool, balcony, & central AC
Seaside Mansion with Majestic Ocean Views and patio overlooking infinity pool

Seaside Mansion with Majestic Ocean Views and patio overlooking infinity pool

Matapalo Gu
Seaside Mansion with Majestic Ocean Views and patio overlooking infinity pool
Bahia Pez Vela -1 Minute Walk to Secluded Beach, Ocean View and Infinity Pools!

Bahia Pez Vela -1 Minute Walk to Secluded Beach, Ocean View and Infinity Pools!

Ocotal Guanacaste
Bahia Pez Vela -1 Minute Walk to Secluded Beach, Ocean View and Infinity Pools!
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