Description: Santa Teresa is an offbeat, beach side village located on the southern most tip of the Nicoya Peninsula near Playa Carmen and Mal Pais. The village is famous for it's laid back surfer - rasta - hippie vibe. There is always something to do or a small party to be found in the quaint town along the main drive of ocean front road, which is surounded by a hillside lined with small surfer hotels and bungalows. The beach at Santa Teresa offers travelers excellent surfing right in front of the town center.

The Location: Santa Teresa is a beach town located on the southern most tip of the Nicoya Peninsula. This surfer favorite is approximately a 3 1/2 hour drive from Liberia, 5 1/2 hours drive from San Jose, 5 hours from Manuel Antonio, 3 hours from Monteverde, and 4 hours from the La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano Region. Visitors can take a ferry across the Gulf from Puntarenas. Water taxis are also available, and are a popular way for tourists to access this remote area. Please keep in mind that all drive times are approximate, depending on road conditions, as well as Costa Rica driving experience.

The Climate: Located on the southern Nicoya Peninsula, Santa Teresa offers a relatively dry climate. From December through April, one can expect temperatures to reach a high in the low to mid 90's and a low in the 70's with very little rainfall. From May through November, one can expect temperatures to reach a high in the upper 80's and a low in the 70's with more prevelent rainfall. The rainfall during this time of the year is generally limited to late afternoons and early evenings (though it can rain at any given time). View Current Conditions

Entertainment is plentiful in Santa Teresa. The following is a small percentage of the local businesses that we recommend:

Santa Teresa Hotels: Our Gold Coast vacations include great Santa Teresa hotels options and bungalows. This diverse beach town offers everything from standard hotels for the adventurer on the go to bed and breakfasts.

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