Montezuma

Nicoya Peninsula

Half of the Adventure is Getting There

Nestled at the bottom of a plateau on the eastern shore of the Nicoya Peninsula, Montezuma, Costa Rica is a charming village full of art and individuality. To get there, you can catch the ferry from Puntarenas to Paquera, and continue your journey by road from there through Tambor and Cobano. Another option if you are already on your travels is to get a boat taxi from Jaco to Playa Montezuma. The journey is part of the adventure! There are also local air companies such as Nature Air and Sansa Airlines which can fly you to Tambor in around 30 mins.

A Honey Pot for Alternative Thinkers

Montezuma is one of the relatively untouched areas of Costa Rica, when it comes to commercial and tourist developments. The area is still very much a honey pot for alternative thinkers, from dreadlocked Rastafarians and surf bums to artists and tattooed bohemian dreamers. The whole town screams creative individuality. It is the essence of ‘Pura Vida’ itself. As a result of this, you will find a wide variety of locals arts and crafts stall and shops as well as an exotic mix of restaurants and bars. Montezuma Beach was also the home and resting place of the founders of the Costa Rican National Park system, showing that if you want to truly appreciate the beauty of Costa Rica, then Montezuma should be on your list.

Things to See and Do in Montezuma

The myriad of local restaurants, shops and bars creates an exciting and vibrant nightlife, as well as a chilled out atmosphere in the daytime. But don’t expect to be sitting chilling; there is plenty to do for the more adventurous tourists. Tortuga Island is a wonderful day trip and when looking for activities, you will find everything form kayaking and snorkeling to ziplining through the rainforest. For something a little less extreme, the wild and untouched Montezuma beaches such as the nearby Cabo Blanco Wildlife Refuge are the perfect place to spend the day. Horseriding and bicycle hire are also very wallet-friendly and the ideal way to join the locals in a little down time.

Somewhere for Everyone

When looking for a place to stay in Montezuma, Costa Rica and surrounding areas such as Mal País and Santa Teresa, there really is something for everyone. From yoga retreats and surf lodges to villas and five-star hotels, you can find anything that you need for a great stay on the Nicoya Peninsula. In fact, the Anamaya Yoga Center hosts a variety of guests every year from celebrities to hippy travelers looking for peace in nature. For a tropical honeymoon in the heart of Costa Rica just steps from the soft waves of the Pacific Ocean and beautiful white sand, Hotel Flor Blanca in Santa Teresa boasts the ultimate mix of pure unadulterated five star luxury and elegance in the midst of splendid nature.