Santa Teresa | About Santa Teresa |
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Santa Teresa (9° 39' 0" N, 85° 10' 59" W) is a small, but fast growing town in Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica. Like other coastal villages on the Nicoya Peninsula, Santa Teresa started as a remote fishing village. In the early 1990’s, the town of Santa Teresa was discovered by low budget tourists and started growing since then. Santa Teresa is stretched over 5km of dirt road. It is known for gold-grey beaches, good surf conditions and a relaxing atmosphere. Although bars and pubs offer some night activities, Santa Teresa is more popular for it surf potential. The coast along the town as well as south and north of it shows different breaks and a constant swell all year. Many hotels and surf instructors offer their surf related services. Public transport in town exists and connects to the neighbouring cities of Cobano, Montezuma and Mal Pais. Direct bus connections goes as far as San José. Car rental is possible, also for ATVs. (information from Santa Teresa, Costa Rica Wikipedia listing ) Local ActivitiesCanopy Tours Surfing Lessons Yoga Spa Treatments Massage Sport Fishing Cabo Blanco National Reserve While here you can take advantage of Costa Rica's first National Park - Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve - http://www.caboblancopark.com/ as well as canopy tours, boat trips to Isla Tortuga, and amazing views of the waterfalls at nearby Montezuma. Isla Tortuga ATV Rentals
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