Many of Costa Rica's resorts vie for the title of the "best of all" and Tamarindo beaches in Guanacaste province on the Pacific Ocean, are no exception. To be sure, the Tamarindo Bay has lots to offer everyone. There are miles of sandy beaches and crystal clear waters that can accommodate a wide range of swimming, diving and even surfing and sailing activities.

The Tamarindo Beaches Specialty
When all's said and done, one of the main attractions at Tamarindo beaches is warm water surfing. There are beaches suitable for all skill levels of this activity that is exciting for all the family, and especially the young or the young at heart. The waves are perfect for surfing from sunrise to sunset if you've a mind to

In fact, surfing here is so great the beaches were featured in the movie Endless Summer II. In addition there is even a surfer's camp here called Witches Rock which is very popular with young people of all ages. If you want to make surfing the focus of your vacation in Costa Rica, this is the ideal spot for you. For some, hotels are not the ideal solution as far as vacation accommodation is concerned. In the Tamarindo beaches area there are lots of vacation rentals, including condos and villas, that would make perfect accommodation for a surfing party.

Other water sports that can be pursued from Tamarindo beaches include fishing, kayaking and even sailing. The air strip at Tamarindo gives ready access to the Arenal Volcano area as well as San Jose. There are several flights everyday if you would like to include some further sight seeing in your Costa Rica itinerary.