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Things to Do in Tamarindo, Costa Rica: A Complete Guide to Pura Vida Living

Tamarindo sits on the Pacific coast of Guanacaste, and it doesn't take long to understand why travelers keep coming back. Golden-sand beaches, legendary surf breaks, steaming plates of gallo pinto, and a laid-back community that genuinely lives the pura vida philosophy. Whether you're planning a one-week escape or a months-long stay, the things to do in Tamarindo, Costa Rica stretch far beyond what fits into a single itinerary.

Person horseback riding on the beach at sunset in Costa Rica

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Do More Than Learn Spanish: Get into the Beach Life in Costa Rica

Enjoy Some of Costa Rica's Best Beaches

You came to learn Spanish in Costa Rica, but who says you can’t mix in some beach time? Within half an hour of the Wayra Spanish Institute, you’ll find some of the most stunning beaches in the country. Let's explore them from north to south: Playas Danta, Penca, Flamingo, Conchal, Mina, Grande, and Tamarindo.

Spanish language students playing volleyball on the beach during sunset

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Volleyball vs Sunset

What about going outside, enjoy the sand under your bare feet and feel the breeze on your face.

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Surf for everyone

Can there be a beach perfect for learning surf to advance surfers, convenient, easy access, close to other beautiful beaches?

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Traditional meal workshop

Costa Rica has a large variety of traditional meals, all very nutritious and tasty. We enjoy teaching our students how to prepare an easy and fun dish.

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Fiestas típicas Nacionales de Santa Cruz

Every year in January 14th a Festival starts, the “Fiestas típicas Nacionales de Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz is a town immersed in the Guanacaste culture so this is not only a local Festival but one with countrywide importance.