Most famed as a Costa Rica surfing beach, Playa Dominical is located on Costa Rica's Central Pacific Coast between Quepos and the Osa Peninsula. Warm water, great waves, easy access and excellent prices are some of the characteristics that make Dominical a surfing paradise. This area has become in the last couple of years, a favorite stop for many tourists.
Dominical is covered with lush vegetation. With its beautiful scenery and amazing sunsets, this beach is a favorite site for surfers. Tourism in this quaint beach town has accelerated in recent years, leading to hotels, condos, cabins and cottages for all tastes. Yet still leaves the feeling of rural and natural Costa Rica. Dominical also offers everything you will need to fully enjoy your stay, such as; several internet cafes, restaurants, shops, bars, a bank, ATM, a medical facility, and supermarkets. In its northern borders with the mighty river estuary Baru, which is dominated by mangrove vegetation and whose mouth is a wide gap, leaves a great place to swim and fish. In some areas of the beach there are beautiful coral formations emerging that can be seen at low tide. To maintain a environmentally sound atmosphere, this exotic beach has been honored on several occasions with the ecological blue flag. Dominical is well known for its friendly and helpful people, and our town is easily accessed with roads that are in good condition. Dominical is a six hour drive from San Jose by way of Jaco, and four hours by way San Isidro. Check our map for visual directions.
If surfing isn't your calling, Dominical has countless other activities to enjoy! Rafting, kayaking, surfing, canyoning, climbing, hiking, canopy, waterfalls, horseback riding, diving, sailing and sport fishing, are just handful of the activities for all ages and interests.
So if you're an adventurous person who is ready to take it to the next level, make a reservation for incredible surf lessons, awesome tours, delicious food, sun and beauty in tranquil Dominical!
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