Playa Tambor

Playa Tambor is located on the southern Nicoya Peninsula and is known for its beautiful beaches of gray sand and rolling hills filled with miles of forest. The area is not one of the more popular spots for tourists, which in return allows for a calm atmosphere that is perfect for relaxing. Playa Tambor wraps around the Tambor Bay, which is best known for its calm waters and beautiful marine life.

Visitors to Playa Tambor can enjoy snorkeling, swimming, and fishing in the quiet waters. Golf courses are conveniently located to the area as well. Cabo Blanco Reserve is a great option for those that are interested in wildlife observation in a national park setting or Isla Tortuga makes a great day trip for diving or just getting lost in tropical paradise.

The Northwest Pacific is one of the driest climates in Costa Rica. The beach areas have a fairly steady year round temperature with daytime highs averaging in the upper 80s to lower 90s. Night time lows are usually in the upper 70s. Precipitation varies through the year with the nicest weather between November and August.

Visitors should pack a bathing suit, towel, shorts, tee shirts, appropriate shoes, rain gear, sun block, and insect repellent.

Fun Fact: Tambor translates to drum in Spanish.

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