Beach BreakBeginner — Advancedyear-round

Santa Teresa

Trendy surf town on the Nicoya Peninsula. Consistent beach break with multiple peaks. Yoga and surf lifestyle. Works for all levels depending on swell size.

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

SW, W, S

Swell Size

2–8 ft

Tide

any tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

year-round

Skill Level

Beginner — Advanced

Location

County

Puntarenas

Region

Nicoya Peninsula

Coordinates

9.6420, -85.1690

NOAA Buoy

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