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Playa Hermosa, Playa Hermosa

4.4
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Must see · Beach · Nature / Park
Discover Playa Hermosa, an uncrowded stretch of grey sand wedged between two mountains, and surrounded by tropical forests and volcanic rock,. With its laid-back atmosphere, the beach serves as the perfect spot to grab a towel and enjoy the sun, or make the most of the ideal conditions and year-round warm water. The calm waters are perfect for swimming, scuba diving and snorkeling adventures. Kayaks, jet skis and windsurfing equipment can also be rented. Along the shore, and in town, you can find a variety of restaurants and bars serving local cuisine. Make Playa Hermosa part of your personalized Playa Hermosa itinerary using our Playa Hermosa road trip planner.
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Tours to Playa Hermosa

FROM $77 BOOK WITH VIATOR ATV Mountain Tour From Riu Guanacaste or Nuevo Colon
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Duration: 2 hours
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FROM $185 BOOK WITH VIATOR UTV Side By Side Off Road Tour RIU Guanacaste & Hermosa Beach
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FROM $22 BOOK WITH VIATOR Jet Ski Rentals, Banana Boat Rides, Jet Ski & Banana Boat Combo, Jet Ski Tours
Duration: 30 to 120 minutes
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  • By SCMDJKWhite
    We tried all of the restaurants, rode the yellow banana, jet skied, walked the beach and purchased local goods! I highly recommend hanging out at Aqua Sport because they have lounge chairs! We had...  more »
  • By 561genen
    This is a great beach for swimming - snorkeling and fishing. I caught a 15 pound Blue Fin Tuna in short time about a half mile off shore...Many family boating business to cater to your water sports...  more »
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  • By Roberta Camillo
    Amazing beach, perfect to surf... From here you can see a wonderful sunset
  • By Carlos Gudiel
    Well De food is good de weather is just amazing ,the beaches are beautiful, and the people are friendly ,(is just exactly what the doctor recommended,😃
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