Costa Rica's 6 most beautiful beaches 

We present you Costa Rica's 6 most beautiful beaches to help you choose for your next trip.

Costa Rica is bordered by the Caribbean Sea in the east and the Pacific Ocean in the west. Thus, you have two coasts to choose from during your stay in Costa Rica, which are equipped with several beautiful beaches.

Costa Rica translates into German as "rich coast". This name was given by Christopher Columbus because of the natural wealth of this country. It is no secret that here you can find the most beautiful beaches with blue water. 

Playa Manuel Antonio

One of the most beautiful beaches on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica is Playa Manuel Antonio. Only about 30 minutes walk separate you from the beach, after entering the national park of the same name. Playa Manuel Antonio is known for its spectacular views, light sandy beach and clear sea water. This stretch of coast offers you the perfect conditions for relaxing, swimming, snorkeling and even surfing lessons. The beach is located in a bay, with some shaded areas to protect you from the sun.

The breathtaking and colorful sunsets that you can admire from here conjure up a unique natural spectacle every day.

You can easily spend a full day here.

TIP: Since the beach is located in a national park, you can also discover a lot of animals that are in the surrounding jungle. Monkeys, sloths and various birds. 

Playa Sámara 

In a slightly crescent-shaped bay, bordered by steep cliffs, lies the dreamlike beach called Playa Sámara. The calm, clear sea and the soft sand make this shore an attractive bathing place. The offshore islands and rocky headland hold back surf, making the beach especially popular with families. The spaciousness of the arts section prevents large crowds, here you are guaranteed to find a beautiful section all to yourself. The gentle waters offer wonderful conditions for kayaking, swimming, snorkeling and even diving.

Playa Uvita

A perfect peninsula that opens into a flat point and has two curved beaches on either side: This is where Playa Uvita is located. You may have even seen this beach in pictures and fortunately the reality matches the photos.

Playa Uvita, also called Whale Tale beach, is part of the Marino Ballena National Park in the southern part of Costa Rica. There is an entrance fee to the park, but it pays off. This part of the coast is also very spacious and due to the low waves it is an ideal place for swimming. Thus, the beach is also ideally suited for families with smaller children. 

TIP: If you plan your visit at low tide, you can go to the end of the whale's finn.

Playa Punta Uva

Off to the Caribbean coast, because here there are more gorgeous beaches to marvel at. Playa Punta Uva is a perfect example. Here, calm, pristine waters with gentle waves are calling your name. The narrow strip of sand, lined with palm trees that bend towards the sun, offers a paradisiacal place to spend a day at the beach. The sea here is exceptionally warm and shimmers in the most beautiful shades of blue. 

Due to building regulations, which state that buildings must be 50 meters away from the tide, the beach is particularly natural.

By the way, the literal translation of Punta Uva means "grape point", which is due to the famous sea grape tree that grows here on the beach.

TIP: Look for sloths in the trees, as they live near the beach and can often be spotted.

Playa Manzanillo 

This beach, located in the southern Caribbean, is particularly attractive with its turquoise waters and white sandy beaches. Away from the tourist crowds, the bay lined with tropical rainforest offers a quiet place to linger. The colorful coral reef invites to a snorkeling excursion, diving or even a kayak trip. Playa Manzanillo convinces with the fine sand and the clear water, which envelops a dreamlike underwater world. 

Playa Blanca

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In the Cahuita National Park, which is run on a donation basis, lies the breathtaking Playa Blanca. This beach is not only one of the most beautiful Caribbean beaches, but undoubtedly one of the most impressive beaches in Costa Rica.

Already the 1.5 km walk through the national park to get to the beach is dreamlike. The fine white sand, on which the shadows of palm leaves stand out, shines with the sun. Transparent blue water, which seems pristine, justify calling this place paradise.

It's best to pack snorkeling gear for this as well, because the underwater world here is pure magic.

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