Escape the crowds on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast

Nicoya Beach Break

Trip Duration

8 days/7 nights

When to Go

November-August

Pricing Guide

from $3,500 pp

Trip Duration

8 days/7 nights

Pricing Guide

from $3,500 pp

When to Go

Nov-Aug

A relaxing beach escape through Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, this 8-day journey pairs two hillside hideaways overlooking the sea. Start in Nosara, a laid-back surf town known for its easy rhythm and soulful charm, before continuing south to Malpaís, where quiet days unfold by your private plunge pool and evenings bring ocean sunsets and starlit dinners.

Destinations

Nosara & Malpais

Trip Highlights

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Day by Day

Surf, soul & stars

Nosara

Day 1: Arrival in Nosara
Arrive in Liberia and travel south to Nosara, a laid-back beach town with a soulful, bohemian spirit. Settle into Tierra Magnifica, an intimate hillside retreat above Playa Guiones. That evening, enjoy a chef-led dining experience at Huacas—no menus, just fresh, local ingredients prepared just for you.

Day 2: Sunrise in the Jungle
Begin the day with a guided hike through a nearby wildlife refuge. Howler monkeys call through the canopy as tropical birds flash through the trees. Spend the rest of the day exploring or simply soaking in the stillness.

Day 3: Bioluminescent Waters
As night falls, embark on a private kayak tour across glowing waters. Paddle through the quiet lagoon as bioluminescence lights up around you—each stroke leaving a trail of starlight.

Wild coast & romantic retreat

Malpaís

Day 4: From Nosara to Malpaís
Travel down the coast to Malpaís, where the jungle meets the Pacific in dramatic fashion. Check into Casa Chameleon, a romantic adults-only escape with ocean-view villas and private plunge pools. Spend the afternoon unwinding or wandering nearby Playa Santa Teresa.

Day 5: Sunset on Horseback
After a slow morning, saddle up for a sunset ride along Playa Manzanillo. Trot through forest trails and across golden sands as the light fades over the water.

Day 6: ATV to Waterfalls & Hidden Beaches
Today’s yours to explore. Ride through lush jungle trails to Montezuma’s waterfalls, then uncover secret beaches along the Nicoya coast—powdery sand, clear water, and few footprints.

Day 7: Final Moments by the Sea
Savor your last full day at leisure. Relax at the beach or by your plunge pool. That evening, enjoy a private, starlit seafood dinner overlooking the ocean.

Day 8: Departure via San José
After breakfast, take a short local flight from Cobano to San José for your onward travels.

Where You'll Stay

Tierra Magnifica, Nosara

Above the surf town of Nosara, Tierra Magnifica blends barefoot ease with elevated comfort. With ocean-view suites, morning yoga, and hammocks strung between palms, this is laid-back luxury, shaped by nature and soul.

Casa Chameleon, Malpais

Perched high above the coast, Casa Chameleon is an adults-only escape where jungle meets sky. Just 12 villas, each with a private plunge pool and wide ocean views, invite slow sunsets, warm breezes, and uninterrupted romance.