Playa Nosara -

Playa Nosara is a long, dark sand beach that stretches from Playa Ostional to Punta Nosara and the Nosara Rivermouth, or Boca Nosara. Fishermen and Tico families frequent the Boca Nosara, particularly on weekends. Before it empties into the ocean, the Nosara River forms an estuary backed by lush mangroves, which are filled with birds and other wildlife. The best ways to explore the mangroves and estuary are by kayak, standup paddle board (SUP), or from the Reserva Biologica Nosara (accessed from the Lagarta Lodge).

Nosara beach itself is most often deserted, with the exception of the occasional fisherman, surfer or Olive Ridley turtle. The fishing here can be great, and many locals fish from the beach and also in the river and mangroves. At low tide, you can easily cross the Nosara River and reach the beach on the other side. The views are wonderful, and it is a perfect place to enjoy some alone time.