Beach activities in Costa Rica
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Playa Platanares
About 5km east of town, the secluded – and often deserted – Playa Platanares is excellent for swimming, sunning and recovering from too much adventure. The nearby mangroves of Río Platanares are a paradise for kayaking and bird-watching.
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Paseo de los Turistas
You can stroll along the beach or the aptly named Paseo de los Turistas (Tourist's Stroll), a pedestrian boulevard stretching along the southern edge of town. Cruise ships make day visits to the eastern end of this road, and a variety of souvenir stalls and sodas (informal lunch counters) are there to greet passengers. On weekend nights, this is the place to knock back beers and find the party.
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Playa Las Caletas
This is one of the recommended spots for snorkeling. It is situated just in front of the Corcovado Adventures Tent Camp.
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Playa Cocalito
Playa Cocalito, a small, pretty beach near Agujitas is pleasant for swimming and sunbathing.
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