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Why visit Tamarindo?

Tamarindo is a beach town on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, in the northwestern province of Guanacaste. It grew from a fishing village into one of the country's best-known surf destinations. The region has a long dry season, making it a reliable choice for sun and sea.

The main beach has consistent waves and many surf schools for beginners. Just north, across the estuary, Playa Grande is part of Las Baulas National Marine Park, an important nesting site for leatherback sea turtles. Boat and kayak tours explore the mangroves of the Tamarindo estuary, where crocodiles and birds are common. Playa Langosta, to the south, is quieter and good for sunset walks. Sailing trips along the coast often include snorkeling stops. Nearby beaches such as Playa Conchal and Playa Avellanas are easy day trips. The town has a lively choice of restaurants and bars, and casados, a traditional plate of rice, beans, salad and meat or fish, are found everywhere.

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Popular experiences in Tamarindo

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When to go to Tamarindo

The best months for Tamarindo are January, February, March, April and December. Highs then sit around 33°C, crowds are medium at peak, and a week here is mid-priced.

Jan
32°
low 24°
5 wet days
Feb
33°
low 25°
2 wet days
Mar
34°
low 25°
8 wet days
Apr
33°
low 25°
16 wet days
May
31°
low 25°
26 wet days
Jun
29°
low 24°
29 wet days
Jul
30°
low 24°
27 wet days
Aug
29°
low 24°
29 wet days
Sep
29°
low 24°
29 wet days
Oct
29°
low 24°
31 wet days
Nov
29°
low 24°
24 wet days
Dec
31°
low 24°
9 wet days
Highlighted = best monthsNumber = average daytime highBar = how wet the month is

Temperatures and wet days are measured, not estimated: ERA5 reanalysis for 2021-2023, at Tamarindo, Guanacaste Province. Source: Open-Meteo.

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Tamarindo — common questions

When is the best time to visit Tamarindo?

The best months for Tamarindo are January, February, March, April and December. Highs then sit around 33°C, crowds are medium at peak, and a week here is mid-priced.

What is the weather like in Tamarindo?

March is the warmest month, with daytime highs around 34°C. June is the coolest, around 29°C by day and 24°C at night. October is the wettest, with about 31 wet days. Figures are measured averages, not estimates.

What is Tamarindo known for?

Tamarindo is best known for beaches, nightlife, adventure and nature. The things people come for: Beginner surf, Las Baulas turtles, estuary tours, Pacific sunsets.

Who is Tamarindo best suited to?

Tamarindo works particularly well for groups of friends, couples, solo travellers and families. That is based on what there is to do there, not on who books it most.

What can you book in advance in Tamarindo?

The experiences that sell out first are food tours, cooking classes, day trips, skip-the-line tickets, walking tours and night tours. You can check availability and prices on our booking partners below — you pay the same as booking direct.

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