
Playa Grande Tours
Good to Know
Playa Grande, nestled on the Nicoya Peninsula's northwestern shores, is renowned as a vital nesting ground for Leatherback sea turtles and a premier surfing destination for all skill levels. This tranquil locale, quieter than neighboring Tamarindo, offers pristine beaches ideal for swimming and sunbathing. Visitors can enjoy diverse activities from ocean sport fishing and catamaran cruises to inland explorations of volcanoes and rainforests. Wherever you go, you're sure to encounter some of Costa Rica's iconic wildlife.
Best known as a protected nesting area for Leatherback sea turtles, Playa Grande also features some of the best surf breaks making it a popular beach for surfers beginner to experienced. Quieter than its next-door neighbor, Tamarindo, offers beautiful beaches for swimming and sunbathing. Located on the northwestern shores of the Nicoya Peninsula, Playa Grande’s protected beaches also provide a safe habitat for Leatherback turtles to lay their eggs. Countless beach activities are available including ocean sport fishing, surf lessons, catamaran cruises, snorkeling, plus ocean and coastal kayaking. Inland tours will take you on a variety of volcano, rainforest, and cloud forest explorations where you can hike, zipline, go caving, birdwatching or simply enjoy a luxurious soak in natural hot springs surrounded by jungle. Nearby you’ll find Braulas National Park. Wherever you go, you’re sure to encounter some of Costa Rica’s iconic wildlife!
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Playa Grande a unique destination?
Playa Grande is uniquely known as a protected nesting area for Leatherback sea turtles and offers exceptional surf breaks suitable for all skill levels. It also provides beautiful beaches for swimming and sunbathing, and is quieter than its neighbor, Tamarindo.
What types of activities are available for visitors in Playa Grande?
Visitors to Playa Grande can enjoy ocean sport fishing, surf lessons, catamaran cruises, snorkeling, and ocean/coastal kayaking. Inland tours include volcano, rainforest, and cloud forest explorations with options for hiking, ziplining, caving, birdwatching, and natural hot springs.
What specific tours can be booked in Playa Grande?
Available tours in Playa Grande include catamaran and snorkeling cruises, 3-hour ATV adventures (single or double riders), Barra Honda Cave spelunking, and various full-day offshore sportfishing charters on boats ranging from 27 to 38 feet.






