Surfing Retreat in Nosara, Costa Rica

Surfing Retreat in Nosara, Costa Rica

Nosara is a district of the Nicoya canton, in the Guanacaste province of Costa Rica.

Unlike most coastal tourist towns, Nosara lacks nearly any development directly on the beach as much of it consists of the Ostional Wildlife Refuge (necessitated by the presence of breeding olive ridley and leatherback sea turtle populations).

Nosara is a surfing destination as Playa Guiones is one of the most consistent waves in the world with over 330 days per year of rideable conditions. Playa Guiones is also considered a mecca for yoga in Costa Rica and the home of several renowned yoga schools.

Nearby Playa Pelada is also a popular surf spot and a hangout area for locals (known as “Ticos”).

The official town center is located 6 km inland from the beach. Within “Nosara town” is the market, pharmacy, post office, churches, school, police station, David S. Kitson public library and Red Cross clinic (Nosara lacks a hospital facility).

There is a Banco Popular branch located in the small commercial area near Playa Guiones.

Video Source: SUP Surfing with Blue Zone SUP Retreat in Nosara, Costa Rica from Blue Zone SUP on Youtube ⁄ CC BY