Tamarindo
Tamarindo is a real paradise on earth! A magical place with mangrove, forest, and beaches, being one of the most visited touristic spots because of the amazing water sports and surf available in the area.
What to do in Tamarindo?
The main thing to do in Tamarindo is reconnect with nature as all the activities are outdoors. If you love the ocean, you can do snorkeling, sailing trips or boat tours, if you love wildlife then you should definitely take a photographic tour in the mangrove or a walk in the forest up to Celeste River waterfalls. Either way your adventure in Tamarindo will be unforgettable.
Here some highlights of must- see and must-do in Tamarindo. Remember that our local experts will be happy to give you more detailed information of things to do in this fantastic place.
The main thing to do in Tamarindo is reconnect with nature as all the activities are outdoors. If you love the ocean, you can do snorkeling, sailing trips or boat tours, if you love wildlife then you should definitely take a photographic tour in the mangrove or a walk in the forest up to Celeste River waterfalls. Either way your adventure in Tamarindo will be unforgettable.
Here some highlights of must- see and must-do in Tamarindo. Remember that our local experts will be happy to give you more detailed information of things to do in this fantastic place.
Best tours in Tamarindo:
- Beach and ATV Mountain
- Celeste River hiking and Cortez Falls
- Catamaran and snorkel
- Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park Tour
- Hanging Bridges and Zip-line
- Beach and ATV Mountain
- Celeste River hiking and Cortez Falls
- Catamaran and snorkel
- Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park Tour
- Hanging Bridges and Zip-line
Where to stay in Tamarindo?
There is a plethora of hotels to choose from in Tamarindo. For all budgets and types of travelers where couples, families and friends will experience the best vacation time of their lives enjoying the gorgeous white sand beaches in this paradise like spot.
There is a plethora of hotels to choose from in Tamarindo. For all budgets and types of travelers where couples, families and friends will experience the best vacation time of their lives enjoying the gorgeous white sand beaches in this paradise like spot.
Best hotels in Tamarindo:
- Wyndham Tamarindo
- Tamarindo Diria
- Hotel Pasatiempo
- Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel
- The Coast
What to eat in Tamarindo?
When it comes to eating Tamarindo offers a wide variety to satisfy the most demanding palates. Rice is one of the most used ingredients in the region as well as beans, fried plantains and vegetables. Fish and Seafood are also important in the gastronomy of the region. Let’s not forget Tamarindo has always been a fishing villa.
When it comes to eating Tamarindo offers a wide variety to satisfy the most demanding palates. Rice is one of the most used ingredients in the region as well as beans, fried plantains and vegetables. Fish and Seafood are also important in the gastronomy of the region. Let’s not forget Tamarindo has always been a fishing villa.
Traditional food in Tamarindo:
- Casado. Meat or fish with rice, red beans, red peppers, onions, and fried plantains. It comes with a cabbage, tomato, and carrots salad.
- Ceviche. Raw fish marinated with lime juice and mixed with herbs.
- Gallo Pinto. Veal with rice served in a tortilla, it also comes with eggs fried or scramble or with fried plantains.
- Tayuya de Guanacaste. Tortilla taco that can be stuffed with deep fried pork, avocado, beans salad and cheese sauce.
- Casado. Meat or fish with rice, red beans, red peppers, onions, and fried plantains. It comes with a cabbage, tomato, and carrots salad.
- Ceviche. Raw fish marinated with lime juice and mixed with herbs.
- Gallo Pinto. Veal with rice served in a tortilla, it also comes with eggs fried or scramble or with fried plantains.
- Tayuya de Guanacaste. Tortilla taco that can be stuffed with deep fried pork, avocado, beans salad and cheese sauce.
- Tamal de cerdo. Cornmeal dough stuffed with pork, bacon, sweet peppers, peas, all seasoned with cumin, pepper and salt to taste. Finally, it is wrapped in banana leaves and boiled in hot water so that the preparation is cooked and finally served.
Where to eat in Tamarindo?
Tamarindo restaurants prepare the best seafood on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. The preparation of the dishes is made with fresh products of the best quality to please the most demanding palate and surprise new diners.
Tamarindo restaurants prepare the best seafood on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. The preparation of the dishes is made with fresh products of the best quality to please the most demanding palate and surprise new diners.
Best restaurants in Tamarindo:
- El Mercadito de Tamarindo Gourmet Food Court (Varied fast food, pizza, Asian food, American and traditional Costa Rican food)
- Restaurant La Baula (Italian food)
- El Mercadito de Tamarindo Gourmet Food Court (Varied fast food, pizza, Asian food, American and traditional Costa Rican food)
- Restaurant La Baula (Italian food)
- Green Papaya Taco Bar (Healthy, fusion, central american and mexican food)
- Dragonfly Bar & Grill (Seafood, healthy food, vegan options, bar and grill)
- Dragonfly Bar & Grill (Seafood, healthy food, vegan options, bar and grill)
- Pangas Beach Club (Seafood, healthy food, Costa Rican and International food)
- Shrimp Hole (Seafood, Healthy food, Costa Rican and International food)
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