Top Santa Teresa Outdoor Activities

Discover Nicoya Peninsula bioluminescence on an after-dark kayak tour in Paquera Bay, where you’ll see glowing algae in the water all around you. Exploring by kayak means you can enjoy the natural phenomenon without the distracting noise of a motor, and you’ll spark bursts of sparkling light each time you dip your paddle into water where bioluminescent algae are present.

Nature-loving travelers will enjoy this full-day, small-group snorkeling tour to Isla Tortuga. After a boat ride to the island and views of some dramatic rock formations, you’ll stop to snorkel in the clear waters around a volcanic reef. Look out for tropical fish including angelfish, moray eels, needlefish, and spotted eagle rays. Finish with some relaxing time on the white-sand beaches of the island and a refreshing fruit snack.

Santa Teresa village is on top of the perfect places to learn how to surf in Costa Rica. Playa Hermosa spot is the best sand bar beach to catch a wave in the area. In addition to the tropical water and good waves, enjoy the good weather, discover the exuberant nature and recharge energy on your vacation

Spend an unforgettable morning inshore fishing off Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula with a private fishing charter. The experienced crew knows the best waters to catch yellowfin tuna, mahi-mahi, roosterfish, wahoo, snapper, and more, so you can maximize your haul. Plus, look for other marine life such as dolphins and whales, and see remote parts of the coastline unknown to most travelers.

There are only a few places in the world where bioluminescence can be seen year round. And luckily for travelers to the Nicoya Peninsula there is one such place here. Bioluminescence is a light created by living organisms through a chemical reaction, biological light. In the gulf it is the algae that create this magical effect. Upon being disturbed, the algae give off a burst of light. Since there are millions of them it looks like sparkles in the water. The wavelengths are in the blue to green area and depending on the amount of algae it will appear as bluish or greenish sparkles. One of the best ways to see this phenomenon is to get a look from above, and kayaking is a great way to see it well. The algae will stick to your paddle, your hand or floating debris glowing for many seconds if you encounter a strong patch. When you kayak over shallow areas, fish will be scared up and it looks like fireworks under water as they take off, leaving a trail of “fairy dust” in their wake.

Imagine a personalized open-air yoga practice surrounded by the exotic jungle of Costa Rica - taking in the sounds of nature while relaxing, grounding and turning inward as you flow through a sequence customized just for you!

Explore the Nicoya Península and Curu National Wildlife Refuge with this private guided tour from Santa Teresa. Visit secluded beaches and walk along nature trails to see all manner of wildlife that calls the reserve home. Your naturalist guide is there to help you spot creatures that range from howler monkeys and scarlet macaws to iguanas and coati. This private tour requires a minimum of two people.

Come and enjoy with us one of the best experiences of Costa Rica the Playa Hermosa Surf Lesson. Playa Hermosa one of the most beautiful beach in the country . Located 3km north of Santa Teresa this sandy bottom beach provides perfect and safe waves for all levels and a magical sunset to take some photos and share some cold drinks before we start the trip back with this particular stoke felling which produce surfing  .

Take the best memories of our beaches and our region, this activity will be an experience that will remain in your memory Our activities are private and we are locals of Costa Rica , we have been doing this by passion for 15 years and is what we love.

Choose either a morning or evening to take this approximately 45 minute yoga class in Santa Teresa and find your zen. Your instructor will guide this class for you with lots of different wellness options for you to try. Spend some quality time relaxing during this time just for yourself. All the yoga equipment is included, so just show up.

Tour de pesca alrededor de la costa de Mal País y Santa Teresa. También podemos observar mucha vida Mariana cómo Delfines, Manta rayas, Tortugas, Ballenas etc.. Los pescados capturados los pueden llevar para la cena y disfrutar de su frescura. Nunca comerás un pescado tan fresco. Si sueñas con pescar un Atún, Mahí Mahí, Roosterfish y algún otro pez del pacífico está es tu opción.

Join us on a kayak tour where we watch the sun set behind the mountains with its' vibrant hues in the sky and on clouds. Then we enjoy the rising moon over the calm bay as night fall approaches. If we are lucky we'll also catch some glimpses of the magical bioluminescence. Upon arriving at Bahia Rica our friendly and knowledgeable guides Luis and Jose meet you. The preparation area is under palm trees where we'll will go through the basics of the tour and give safety instructions. Once on the water you will kayak into the sunset to a small beach on Isla Jesucita. Here our guides will serve up water, biscuits and fresh fruit to enjoy as the sun sets and the ever-changing colors in the sky do their thing. Back in the kayaks the attention now turns to the low hanging moon. On clear nights, it is incredibly peaceful to be out on the water with just the moonlight to guide you. However on cloudy nights, it may be possible to see and experience the bioluminescence.

Enjoy this full day out and live the pura vida, having fun on an ATV driving to Mal Pais, then ziplining through the canopy, and then walking to Montezuma and visiting the waterfall. You'll depart at 7:30am, and then get on the ATV and drive to the jungle. After this you'll get back on the ATV and visit several more towns, beaches, and then the waterfall.

You can count on local surf guides to find the best waves of the day—and take the backroads to get you there—making this intermediate surf lesson from Montezuma worth every minute for intermediate-level surfers looking for the best breaks. Once you get to the beach, your guide goes over surf theory and techniques before joining you in the water for fun rides.

Spend a week in Costa Rica surfing and staying in Montezuma nad Cabuya with a personalized assessment made by surf coach Guillermo Cilintano. One instructor for 3 surfers all week. You'll see several different beaches that are surrounded by beautiful national parks. Seven nights of accommodation and breakfasts are included, as well as your surfing equipment, and a plan to suit your skill level.

This property is located in a famous area of Costa Rica. Surrounded by forest and framed in an endless beach, which makes it the perfect location for yoga practice.

Selina is not just lodging, it's an experience. A place to connect with others. Be inspired by magnificent beaches and lush jungles. Feed your creativity. Get on a wave, reach a new level of productivity with surfing, relax with a massage and focus on a Yoga class. If you are looking for a unique experience, immersive, full of purpose, you are looking for Selina.

Kayaking is a great way to explore, and this area has both islands, tidal beaches and mangroves. We have good sit-inside touring kayaks with rudders, which are rare in Costa Rica. We rent the kayaks for self-supported tours to experienced kayakers. This is quite unique in Costa Rica as most kayak adventures are group tours with guides. We rent the kayaks for a day or multiple days for those that would like to great adventure with camping along the way - or sleep in cabins along the coast. We have 15 years of experience kayaking these waters, and have a huge selection of routes, places to explore and recommendations for where to camp or cabins close to the water. The Gulf of Nicoya is an amazing place to kayak. Mostly it is sheltered from the wind, has near-shore islands within an easy paddle, and a varied bird, fish and animal life. The tidal difference is big here which makes for some nice challenges planning the routes. There is no better way to get close to nature!

Saltwater surf co. Is located in the beautiful town of Santa Teresa in Costa Rica, one of the best surfing destinations in the world. Our surf instructors are certified by (ISA) international surfing association Beach rescue lifeguard and Institution Costa Rican of Tourism (ICT) Our mission is to educate inspire and empower people to a greater sense of awareness and knowledge through surfing. It is our job to help you feel comfortable, confident and have fun out there. Lessons can be 1 on 1 or for a group up to 12 people.