Advanced🌊 Beach Break
Playa Santa Teresa
Location
📍 Nicoya Peninsula, Puntarenas
Best Season
📅 November – April
Difficulty
🎯 Advanced
Playa Santa Teresa
Santa Teresa is the beating heart of Costa Rica's surf scene. Located on the southern tip of the Nicoya Peninsula, this long stretch of white sand delivers powerful, fast beach-break waves that attract experienced surfers from around the world.
What to Expect
- Consistent overhead swells during the dry season
- Multiple peaks spread across several kilometers of beach
- Strong rip currents — respect the ocean
- A vibrant town with yoga studios, organic cafés, and a laid-back bohemian vibe
Tips
Paddle out early. By mid-morning the onshore wind picks up and the glass disappears. The stretch near Rocamar tends to be less crowded than the main break.