Location: between Ocotal and Penca Punta Cacique beaches in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Ocotal beach GPS Coordenates: 10.551831,-85.697673 (10°33’06.59″N, 85°41’51.62″W) District: Sardinal, canton: Carrillo, province: Guanacaste. Zone postal code: 50503
Coco Beach (Playas del Coco in Spanish) is a beautiful gray sanded beach with calm waters and a distinctly blue-gray color instead of the usual blue-green which is characteristic of the Papagayo beaches, surrounded by hills and cliffs that extend over 3km to the Centinela point. Coco Beach is located in the province of Guanacaste, it has been ranked as one of the top destinations in Costa Rica and its one of the best known beaches in the country.
Coco Beach is very popular for both, locals and foreigners, as it has easy access and a well developed infrastructure with a wide variety of facilities for tourists such as restaurants, bars, discos, casinos, luxury hotels and lodges for all budgets, markets and shops. In addition, Coco Beach is well known as a gateway for surfers to reach Ollie’s Point and Witch’s Rock (Roca Bruja), where the waves are great.
Coco Beach is ideal to relax for a day in a boat or do a little fishing, as well as it is a main point for snorkeling or diving, as from Coco Beach you can head to the Pelonas or the Catalinas Islands which are excellent sites for observing a variety of tropical fish, turtles, sharks and octopuses in their natural environment. Also, thanks to its location, Coco Beach is located relatively close to several national parks, where you can visit volcanoes, take a tour of the history of Costa Rica, or observe flora and fauna, for example the opportunity to see the famous arrivals of Leatherback and Hawksbill turtles laying eggs on the coast.
Getting to Coco Beach (Playas del Coco) in Guanacaste:
From San José
Drive north to Puntarenas and then follow the Pan-American highway until you reach Liberia. There, turn right and continue for 8 km (5 miles), pass the DO IT Center and take the next exit to Sardinal on your right. Once in Sardinal, continue on the road to Del Coco Beach for about 7 km (4 miles) until you reach the beach. This route requires a total of 4 to 5 hours from San José.
From Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR)
Drive south to Santa Cruz, pass the DO IT Center and take the next exit to Sardinal on your right. Once in Sardinal, continue on the road to Coco Beach (Playas del Coco) for about 7 km (4 miles) until you reach the beach.
By bus
Take a bus from the route San José – El Coco Beach, which takes about 5 hours (Pulmitan Liberia, 2222-1650 / 2666-3818). We recommend buying the ticket the day before to ensure your space.
By plane:
You can also take a flight from the Juan Santamaria Airport to the Daniel Oduber airport at Liberia, either with Sansa or Nature Air airlines every day. From here you can rent a car and drive or take a taxi to Coco beach (Playas del Coco), which takes about 15 minutes.
Location: between Bahia Pez Vela and El Coco beaches in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Ocotal beach GPS Coordenates: 10.545587,-85.721340 (10°32’44.11″N, 85°43’16.82″W) District: Sardinal, canton: Carrillo, province: Guanacaste. Zone postal code: 50503
Ocotal Beach is the most clean and quiet beach of the area, of volcanic origin, less than 1 km in length with rock formations, dark sands, almost black, and blue waters, located south of the popular town of Playas del Coco, in Guanacaste province. Ocotal Beach is surrounded by hills and cliffs, in fact, very near the coast are several islands, including the beautiful Ocotal island, whose waters are full of marine life, making it a great place to dive next to a wide variety of tropical fishes as well as turtles, rays, sharks and even some octopus. In addition, Ocotal beach is also popular to practice some water sports such as surfing and fishing, especially Sailfish.
Ocotal Beach is the ideal place to spend a relaxing and peaceful vacation, enjoying some swimming, snorkeling, horseback riding or just relax in the sun. Ocotal Beach also offers a variety of accommodations and restaurants that gives the tourist all the facilities and entertainment.
Getting to Ocotal beach in Guanacaste:
From San José
Drive north to Puntarenas and then follow the Pan-American highway until you reach Liberia, turn right and continue for 8 km (5 miles), after the DO IT Center take the next exit to Sardinal on your right. Once in Sardinal, continue on the road to El Coco Beach for about 7 km (4 miles). Turn left at the Super Compro Supermarket, following the signs to Ocotal beach for about 3 km (2 miles). This route requires a total of 4 to 5 hours from San José.
From Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR)
Drive south to Santa Cruz, after the DO IT Center take the next exit to Sardinal on your right. Once in Sardinal, continue on the road to El Coco Beach for about 7 km (4 miles). Turn left at the Super Compro Supermarket, following the signs to Ocotal beach for about 3 km (2 miles) until you reach the entrance to Ocotal Beach.
By bus
There are no buses arriving to Ocotal beach, however you can take a bus from the route San José – El Coco Beach, which takes about 5 hours (Pulmitan Liberia, 2222-1650 / 2666-3818). From El Coco you should take a taxi or walk about 4 km (3 miles) to Ocotal beach.
By plane:
You can also take a flight from the Juan Santamaria Airport to the Daniel Oduber airport at Liberia, either with Sansa or Nature Air airlines every day. From here you can rent a car and drive or take a taxi to Ocotal beach, which takes about 20 minutes.
Location: between Matapalo and Ocotal beaches in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Pez Vela bay entrance GPS Coordenates: 10.544141,-85.719492 (10°32’38.91″N, 85°43’10.17″W) Pez Vela bay GPS Coordenates: 10.543439,-85.728594 (10°32’36.38″N, 85°43’42.94″W) District: Sardinal, canton: Carrillo, province: Guanacaste. Zone postal code: 50503
Pez Vela bay is a small beach, less than 1 km in length, with gray sands and calm blue waters, surrounded by lush vegetation, perfect for a rest and relaxation vacation, as the sound of gentle waves lapping up onto the extraordinary volcanic sand lulls guests into a dreamlike state.
Being a bay, it forms a cove surrounded by imposing cliffs and with gentle swells, making it excellent for a swim or do a little snorkeling, walks on the beach or just sunbathe. Also, nearby boats offer the best diving in the country and, quite possibly, the best fishing as well. Pez Vela bay is centrally located to several national parks, volcanoes, waterfalls, caves and other stunning beaches.
Getting to Pez Vela bay in Guanacaste:
From San José
Drive north to Puntarenas and then follow the Pan-American highway until you reach Liberia. There, turn right and continue for 8 km (5 miles), pass the DO IT Center and take the next exit to Sardinal on your right. Once in Sardinal, continue on the road to El Coco Beach for about 7 km (4 miles). Turn left at the Super Compro Supermarket, following the signs to Ocotal beach for about 3 km (2 miles) until you reach the entrance to Pez Vela Bay. Turn left into gate marked Ocotal Resort (you will see a sign for Bahia Pez Vela just before you make the left). Drive 1.2 Km through a residential area to Bahia Pez Vela (you will come across another gate to enter Pez Vela Bay). This route requires a total of 4 to 5 hours from San José.
From Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR)
Drive south to Santa Cruz , pass the DO IT Center and take the next exit to Sardinal on your right. Once in Sardinal, continue on the road to El Coco Beach for about 7 km (4 miles). Turn left at the Super Compro Supermarket, following the signs to Ocotal beach for about 3 km (2 miles) until you reach the entrance to Pez Vela Bay. Turn left into gate marked Ocotal Resort (you will see a sign for Bahia Pez Vela just before you make the left). Drive 1.2 Kilometers to Bahia Pez Vela (you will come across another gate to enter Pez Vela Bay).
By bus
There are no buses arriving to Pez Vela bay, however you can take a bus from the route San José – El Coco Beach, which takes about 5 hours (Pulmitan Liberia, 2222-1650 / 2666-3818). From El Coco you should take a taxi or walk about 5 km (3 miles) to Pez Vela bay.
By plane:
You can also take a flight from the Juan Santamaria Airport to the Daniel Oduber airport at Liberia, either with Sansa or Nature Air airlines every day. From here you can rent a car and drive or take a taxi to Pez Vela bay, which takes about 25 minutes.
