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TAMBOR & MALPAIS (NICOYA PENINSULA)

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This is a vast area with endless isolated beaches. The most popular beach towns are: Montezuma (sort of a Hippie town), Mal País (excellent for surfing), Carrillo (calm blue waters with good snorkeling) and Sámara (nightlife!). The road system is, unfortunately, very poor so communication between these areas is only possible with a four-wheel drive vehicle and during the Dry Season.

Malpaís & Santa Teresa beaches are the country’s newest hot spots, even visited by Hollywood movie & TV stars. They offer miles of isolated beaches, great surf and new housing options ranging from simple lodges to fancy resorts.

A Costa Rican music band named Malpaís, after this town, has helped put it’s name in the tourist map and has created a new era for Costa Rican pop / folkloric music.

Climate: This is a transitional area between the dry forest and the rain forest, this means that it rains a little more than in the North Pacific and a little less than in the Central Pacific. Temperature ranges somewhere in the 80's, as in most of the coastal areas of the country.

What to bring: When packing keep in mind the high temperatures and bright sun. Hats, sunglasses and long-sleeved cotton shirts are important when visiting parks in the area. Shorts keep your legs breezy as you hit your stride on the trail. Comfortable trail shoes for the parks and sandals for everywhere else should help keep you stay comfortable.

 

 

TAMBOR & MALPAIS HOTELS:

Picture	Hotel	Category	Description	Info Req.
	Esencia	Standard	Comfortable villas in the secluded and still virgin Malpais area in the Gulf of Nicoya. A true oasis for the adventurer. More info...	Contact Us
	Tango Mar	Boutique	This tropical paradise offers all the amenities and service to please demanding tastes. More info...	Contact Us
	Flor Blanca NEW!	Deluxe	A romantic haven designed for people who want the comforts of a fine resort while enjoying the adventure of a jungle destination. More info...	Contact Us

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TAMBOR & MALPAIS TOURS:

Picture	Tour	Activity	Description	Info Req.
	Tortuga Island Snorkeling Tour	Eco Adventure	Departing from Bahia Ballena, this tour will take you to the beautiful Tortuga Island on a relaxing cruise. Recommended for: All ages. More info...	Contact Us
	Horseback Riding Tour	Eco Adventure	Relaxing horseback riding trips can be arranged either from Tambor, Montezuma or Malpais. Recommended for: Over 5 years. More info...	Contact Us
	Curu Biological Reserve	Eco Adventure	These private biological Reserve, owned by a Costa Rican family is a great tour for nature lovers and bird watchers. Recommended for: All ages. More info...	Contact Us

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