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Location: between La Pita and Limoncito beaches in Puntarenas, Costa Rica.
Agujas Beach entrance GPS Coordenates: 9.716883,-84.632535 (9°43’00.77″N, 84°37’57.12″W)
Agujas Beach GPS Coordenates: 9.722593,-84.652448 (9°43’21.33″N, 84°39’08.81″W)
District: Tarcoles, canton: Garabito, province: Puntarenas.
Zone postal code: 61102.

Agujas Beach Costa Rica located in the canton of Garabito in Puntarenas, is a quiet beach of gray sands and calm blue waters alternating with rock formations that allow the creation of creeks coves at low tide, where visitors can enjoy a refreshing swim.

Agujas, which is also the name of a fish that is abundant in the area, is ideal for swimming, fishing, snorkeling, sunbathing or simply walking along the beach. Agujas beach is also one of the beaches of Costa Rica that has been recognize with the Blue Flag award, for maintaining environmental friendly conditions.

Agujas Beach enjoys a very quiet environment as it is located in a village of fishermen, with a minimum tourism development, recommended for those who like to camp on the beach under a starry sky.

Within the main attractions of Agujas beach, is that not only is just 60 minutes driving from San Jose, but also is surrounded by some of the main beaches in Costa Rica, such as Jaco and Hermosa, without mention the Punta Leona hotel resort and the Herradura Marina. Furthermore, Agujas Beach is located near the Carara National Park, a place created to protect and study its rich ecosystem, which also presents traces of Indigenous remains of occupations.

Getting to Agujas Beach in Garabito, Puntarenas:

From San José

Drive north towards Puntarenas on route #27. Take the Pozón exit (to Jaco), and continue for about 23 km (14 miles), passing over the Tarcoles river, and then turn right again towards Agujas. Continue for about 1 km (0.6 miles) until you reach Agujas beach. This route requires a total of one hour from San Jose.

From Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR)

Drive to the northeast towards Liberia. Once in Liberia, continue along the same highway to Puntarenas for about 120 km (75 miles). Once at the entrance to Puntarenas, continue on route #27 to San Jose for about 25 km (15 miles) until you reach the exit to Pozon and Jaco, take it and continue for about 23 km (14 miles), passing over the Tarcoles river, and then turn right again towards Agujas. Continue for about 1 km (0.6 miles) until you reach Agujas beach. This route requires a total of 2 hours.

By bus

There are no public buses to Agujas, however, you can take a bus from the route San José – Jaco (Transportes Jacó, +506 2223-1109) at the Coca Cola bus station 16th st, 1-3 avenue, which takes about 1.5 hours, making the stop at Agujas beach entrance, and then walk to the beach.

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Location: between Tarcoles and Agujas beaches in Puntarenas, Costa Rica.
La Pita Beach GPS Coordenates: 9.740358,-84.631376 (9°44’25.28″N, 84°37’52.95″W)
District: Tarcoles, canton: Garabito, province: Puntarenas.
Zone postal code: 61102.

La Pita Beach Costa Rica is a small gray-sand beach with blue waters, used as port by several fishermen, ideal for watching spectacular sunsets.

At La Pita you may do some birdwatching, here you can find pelicans, herons and the beautiful Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao), among many others. However, due to its proximity to the mouth of the Tarcoles River, bathing in the area is dangerous, since crocodiles go from the river to the sea.

Getting to La Pita Beach in Garabito, Puntarenas:

From San José

Drive north towards Puntarenas on route #27. Take the Pozón exit (to Jaco), continue for about 20 km (12.5 miles) and then exit at La Fiesta del Marisco restaurant, the entrance to the beach is next to the restaurant’s. This route requires a total of one hour from San Jose.

From Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR)

Drive to the northeast towards Liberia. Once in Liberia, continue along the same highway to Puntarenas for about 120 km (75 miles). Once at the entrance to Puntarenas, continue on route #27 to San Jose for about 25 km (15 miles) until you reach the exit to Pozon and Jaco, take it and continue for about 20 km (12.5 miles) and then exit at La Fiesta del Marisco restaurant, the entrance to the beach is next to the restaurant’s. This route requires a total of 2 hours.

By bus

You can take a bus from the route San José – Jaco (+506 2223-1109), making the stop at La Pita beach or La Fiesta del Marisco restaurant. It is recommended to buy the ticket a day early to save your space.

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Location: between Azul and La Pinta beaches in Puntarenas, Costa Rica.
Tarcoles Beach entrance GPS Coordinates: 9.760068,-84.626570 (9°45’36.24″N, 84°37’35.65″W)
Tarcoles Beach GPS Coordinates: 9.759754,-84.627771 (9°45’35.11″N, 84°37’39.97″W)
District: Tarcoles, canton: Garabito, province: Puntarenas.
Zone postal code: 61102.

Tarcoles Beach Costa Rica is located in the canton of Garabito in Puntarenas, is a beautiful and quiet beach of gray sands and blue waters.

The beach is surrounded by lush natural beauty that includes forests, mangroves and lagoons that serve as nesting area for many birds, including the spectacular Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao) and the unique Roseate Spoonbill (Platalea ajaja), among many others.

In fact, Tarcoles beach offers variety for recreation, such as boat trips down the river, crocodile tours, hiking to the Manantial de Agua Viva waterfall, one of the highest waterfalls in the country, or simply relaxing in one of the natural pools in the area. Furthermore, Tarcoles is a fishermen beach, giving you also the chance to try and catch your meal. However, due to its proximity to the mouth of the Tarcoles River, bathing in the area is dangerous, since crocodiles go from the river to the sea.

Getting to Tarcoles Beach in Garabito, Puntarenas:

From San José

Drive north towards Puntarenas on route #27. Take the Pozón exit (to Jaco), and continue for about 16 km (10 miles) and then turn right again towards Tarcoles town. Continue for about 1 km (0.6 miles), turn right again, continue for about 100 m (350 ft) and turn left until you reach Tarcoles beach. This route requires a total of one hour from San Jose.

From Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR)

Drive to the northeast towards Liberia. Once in Liberia, continue along the same highway to Puntarenas for about 120 km (75 miles). Once at the entrance to Puntarenas, continue on route #27 to San Jose for about 25 km (15 miles) until you reach the exit to Pozon and Jaco, take it and continue for about 16 km (10 miles) and then turn right again towards Tarcoles town. Continue about 1 km (0.6 miles), turn right again, continue for about 100 m (350 ft) and turn left until you reach to Tarcoles beach. This route requires a total of 2 hours.

By bus

There are no public buses to Tarcoles , however, you can take a bus from the route San José – Orotina (+506 2233-9695 ó +506 2427-9146) at the Coca Cola bus station 16th st, 1-3 avenue, which takes about 1.5 hours, and then take another bus from the route Orotina – Puntarenas (+506 2428-8462, Orotina Park side) making the stop at Guacimo and Ceiba entrance, which takes about 30 minutes. However, it is recommended to take a taxi from Orotina to Guacalillo beach, as the last 10 km must be done by foot.

Address map: Click here to view directions from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), Alajuela, Costa Rica TO Tarcoles Beach in Puntarenas, Costa Rica

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Location: between Guacalillo and Tarcoles beaches in Puntarenas, Costa Rica.
Azul Beach entrance GPS Coordenates: 9.778042,-84.626226 (9°46’40.95″N, 84°37’34.41″W)
District: Tarcoles, canton: Garabito, province: Puntarenas.
Zone postal code: 61102.

Azul Beach Costa Rica located at the mouth of the Tarcoles River, in Puntarenas, is a beach with dark gray sands and blue waters.

Due to its proximity to the Tarcoles River, Azul beach surroundings are ideal for bird watching, as well as a wide variety of other mangrove vegetation and wildlife. However, it is not advisable to swim in the area, since alligators go from the river to the sea.

Getting to Azul Beach in Garabito, Puntarenas:

From San José

Drive north towards Puntarenas on route #27. When you see Pozón exit (to Jaco), take it and continue for about 16 km (10 miles) more, then take the exit for Tarcoles town on your right. Continue for 1 km (0.6 miles), turn right and follow the road for about 2 km (1 mile) more until you get to Tarcoles River. Here turn left and continue for 800 m (2,650 ft) until you reach to Azul beach. This route requires a total of one hour from San Jose.

From Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR)

Drive to the northeast towards Liberia. Once in Liberia, continue along the same highway to Puntarenas for about 120 km (75 miles). Once at the entrance to Puntarenas, continue on route #27 to San Jose for about 25 km (15 miles) until you reach the exit to Pozon and Tarcoles, take it and continue for about 16 km (10 miles) until until you reach the exit for Tarcoles town, take it and continue for 1 km (0.6 miles), turn right and follow the road for about 2 km (1 mile) more until you get to Tarcoles River. Here turn left and continue for 800 m (2,650 ft) until you get to Azul beach. This route requires a total of 2 hours.

By bus

There are no public buses to Guacalillo, however, you can take a bus from the route San José – Orotina (2233-9695 ó 2427-9146) at the Coca Cola bus station 16th st, 1-3 avenue, which takes about 1.5 hours, and then take another bus from the route Orotina – Puntarenas (bus company phone 2428-8462) making the stop at Guacimo and Ceiba exit, which takes about 30 minutes. However, it is recommended to take a taxi from Orotina to Guacalillo beach, as the last 10 km must be done by foot.

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Location: between Bajamar and Azul beaches in Puntarenas, Costa Rica.
GPS Coordenates: 9.832894,-84.673599 (9°49’58.41″N, 84°40’24.95″W)
Guacalillo Beach entrance GPS Coordenates: 9.851475,-84.655227 (9°51’05.31″N, 84°39’18.81″W)
District: Tarcoles, canton: Garabito, province: Puntarenas.
Zone postal code: 61102.

Guacalillo Beach Costa Rica is a long beach of about 4km of dark gray sands, surrounded by lush natural beauty that includes forests, mangroves and lagoons that serve as nesting area for many birds, including the spectacular Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao).

Guacalillo is located in the canton of Garabito in the province of Puntarenas, just 1 hour from San Jose and 30 minutes from Jaco. In fact, this closeness makes it very attractive. Furthermore, Guacalillo beach is ideal for fishing. However, due to its proximity to the mouth of Jesus Maria and the Tarcoles rivers, bathing in the area is dangerous, since alligators go from the river to the sea.

Getting to Guacalillo Beach in Garabito, Puntarenas:

From San José

Drive north towards Puntarenas on route #27. When you see Pozón exit (to Jaco), you need to continue along the same route #27, for about 4 km (2.5 miles) more, until you reach the exit for Guacimo and Ceiba on your right, take it and continue for about 12 km (7.5 miles) until you reach Guacalillo beach. This route requires a total of one hour from San Jose.

From Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR)

Drive to the northeast towards Liberia. Once in Liberia, continue along the same highway towards Puntarenas for about 120 km (75 miles). Once in Puntarenas, continue on highway #27 towards San Jose for about 20 km (12.5 miles) until you reach the exit to Guacimo and Ceiba, turn right and continue for about 12 km (7.5 miles) until you get to Guacalillo beach. This route requires a total of 2 hours.

By bus

There are no public buses to Guacalillo, however, you can take a bus from the route San José – Orotina (+506 2233-9695 ó +506 2427-9146) at the Coca Cola bus station 16th st, 1-3 avenue, which takes about 1.5 hours, and then take another bus from the route Orotina – Puntarenas (+506 2428-8462, Orotina Park side) making the stop at Guacimo and Ceiba exit, which takes about 30 minutes. However, it is recommended to take a taxi from Orotina to Guacalillo beach, as the last 10 km must be done by foot.

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Location: between Tivives and Guacalillos beaches in Puntarenas, Costa Rica.
GPS Coordenates: 9.846083,-84.682102 (9°50’45.89″N, 84°40’55.56″W)
Bajamar Beach entrance GPS Coordenates: 9.851475,-84.655227 (9°51’05.31″N, 84°39’18.81″W)
District: Tarcoles, canton: Garabito, province: Puntarenas.
Zone postal code: 61102.

Bajamar Beach Costa Rica is a long beach of dark gray sands and blue sea with crystal clear water, with rock formations to the south and surrounded by lush natural beauty that includes forests, mangroves and lagoons that serve as nesting area for many birds, including the spectacular Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao).

Bajamar is located in the canton of Garabito, Puntarenas province, just 1 hour from San Jose and 30 minutes from Jaco. In fact, this closeness gives it a very big attraction.

However, due to its proximity to the mouth of the Jesus Maria and Tarcoles Rivers, bathing in the area is dangerous, since alligators can go from the river to the sea.

Getting to Bajamar Beach in Garabito, Puntarenas:

From San José

Drive north towards Puntarenas on highway #27. After the Pozón exit (to Jaco), continue along the same highway for about 4 km ( miles) more, until you reach the exit for Guacimo and Ceiba on your right, take it and continue for about 10 km ( miles) to Bajamar beach. This route requires a total of one hour from San Jose.

From Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR)

Drive to the northeast toward Liberia. Once in Liberia, continue along the same highway towards Puntarenas for about 120 km (75 miles). Once at the exit to Puntarenas, continue on highway #27 towards San Jose for about 20 km ( miles) until you reach the exit to Guacimo and Ceiba, take it and continue for about 10 km ( miles) to Bajamar beach. This route requires a total of 2 hours.

By bus

There are no public buses to Bajamar, however, you can take a bus from the route San José – Orotina (+506 2233-9695 ó +506 2427-9146) at the Coca Cola bus station 16th st, 1-3 avenue, which takes about 1.5 hours, and then take another bus from the route Orotina – Puntarenas (+506 2428-8462, Orotina Park side) making the stop at Guacimo and Ceiba exit, which takes about 30 minutes. However, it is recommended to take a taxi from Orotina to Bajamar beach, as the last 10 km must be done by foot.

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