Playa Chiquita

Playa Chiquita is a stunning white sand beach located on the Caribbean side of Costa Rica in the small town of Punta Cocles. The sandy beach stretches at least a quarter of a mile along the edge of the Caribbean Sea and offers wonderful views of the rainforest covered mountains of the Talamanca range. It is also home to a number of rustic beachfront restaurants and bars. The surf can be rather strong here and swimming is discouraged, making it the perfect location for a great session of body surfing and boogie boarding! There's also a variety of rental boards and activities available, such as kayaking and paddleboarding. Touring to the adjacent beaches from Playa Chiquita is also available by boat. Nature lovers are sure to find the abundant wildlife and wildlife refuge a spectacular sight to behold. There are stunning coconut tree lined trails for further adventurous pursuits and the local wildlife such as howler monkeys, macaws and a variety of other fauna can be spotted in the area. So, come to Playa Chiquita to enjoy a peaceful beach escape and the stunning views of the Caribbean!