Tamarindo's warm, clear waters make it an ideal destination for water sports all year-round. Snorkeling, surfing, diving, and deep sea fishing are all major draws to the area. Coral reefs protect many of the beaches providing a safe haven for undersea adventures and an ecosystem of marine life. Other parts of the beach pull in some major waves that surfers love.
The following beaches are a surfing paradise:
- Playa Tamarindo
- Playa Avellanas
- Playa Langosta
- Playa Negra
- Playa Grande
Further out is:
- Witch's Rock
- Ollie's Point
Playa Avellanas is a great beach for snorkeling as the current is very low due to the protective coral reef. Of course, the beautiful reef at Playa Avellana, is also the main reason to explore underwater
Costa Rica Surf Club is where you'll find a huge surfboard selection (over 200) to hire or buy, they also run an excelent surf school with experience and dynamic team of instructors very surf passionate!
Pura Mar will help you with all your surfing needs including rentals and lessons, while Iguana Surf will help you get your water adventure underway with rentals available for snorkeling, kayaking, and jet skis. Lessons are offered for surfing and boat tour/snorkeling excursions are also a regular highlight for their schedule.
On land, walking and hiking are great options especially when exploring the Parque Nacional Rincon de la Vieja. Hike through this jungle to discover waterfalls, birds, exotic flora and fauna, and the Arsenal Volcano.
