Located in front of the Atlantic Ocean, Cocles Beach is one of the best places to surf in Costa Rica. Its northern end has the highest waves and strongest currents, while the southern area is quieter and ideal for swimming or playing beach soccer on its fine white sand.
Beach
Playa Negra
3,5 km from Terrazas del Caribe.
The black volcanic sand beach of Playa Negra contrasts dramatically with the white sand beaches of the southern Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. If you want to swim, you can find less strong currents at the southern end, near the entrance to the historic center of Puerto Viejo.
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Playa Chiquita
4 km from Terrazas del Caribe.
Playa Chiquita offers a calmer alternative to neighboring Playa Cocles thanks to its protective reefs, which make the waves more suitable for swimming and snorkeling than for surfing. Its soft white sand is surrounded by a lush jungle with hiking trails and native fauna, such as three-toed sloths and colorful toucans. You can easily reach this beach of free access using the coastal road.
Beach
Punta Uva
6.5 km from Terrazas del Caribe.
Punta Uva beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in the country. It has been awarded many times and is considered and catalogued within the list of best beaches in the world.
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Waterfall
Catarata Bribri y Volio
20 km from Terrazas del Caribe.
Two treasures of the South Caribbean, since in addition to its paradisiacal beaches it hides natural wonders such as the Bribri and Volio waterfalls.