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Review:
Tamarindo is a small town on the Costa Rican Northern Pacific coast of Costa Rica on the Nicoya Peninsula. The town population more than doubles during weekends and holidays, it is a popular destination for well-off natives. Surfers are attracted to Tamarindo year around. Playa Tamarindo, the main town beach, is long and rocky, and is famous for its excellent waves at the mouth of the estuary.
Surfers should be aware of strong currents, especially when the tide is ebbing. Most of the beach is great for those who want to learn to surf, but there are two great breaks for advanced surfers: Pico Pequeño, created by a rocky point facing the Hotel Tamarindo Diriá and El Estero, the river mouth break facing Cabinas Tsunami. The highest waves can reach 12 feet in November and December.
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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