Samara to Nosara, Costa Rica
Playa Buenavista, north of Samara
Playa Buenavista:
North of the bay of Samara, lies the pristine, and often deserted beach of Playa Buenavista. From Cangrejal there is a road behind the rocky headland
which leads to the southern part of the beach with the Rio Buenavista estuary.
To get to the northern part of Buenavista drive
on the dry-season road direction Nosara to Esterones, then down to the valley of Monterreyna on a 2 km road to
the beach and the estuary of the Rio Ciego. Behind the beach there is a lagoon and extended wetlands with crocodiles and lots of birds.
Driving from Samara to Nosara:
Dry Season Route: In dry season you can drive the shorter coastal route from Samara via Cangrejal, crossing the Rio Buenavista. 5 km after the Rio Buenavista a road to your left goes down to Playa Buenavista.
Year-round Route to Nosara: In rainy season or with heavy rains there is no way to cross the Rio Buenavista. You must drive from Samara 6 km uphill on the road to Nicoya where you turn left to the dirt road which leads downhill to Nosara through lush jungle. After 12 kms you reach Barco Quebrado where the road forks: taking the left takes you to Playa Buenavista, turning right will bring you to Nosara.
Playa Garza, close to Nosara
Playa Garza:
6 kms before reaching the beaches of Nosara you pass through the small fishermen village of Playa Garza.
An offshore reef protects the crescent bay with its broad, white-sand beach. Here you can have a break under the palm trees and
take a refreshing plunge in the calm waters.
Playa Garza is Nosara's anchor and launching spot for sport fishing and boat trips. Fishing buffs can check for a tour with one of the local operators in Playa Garza, or ask for a tour at your hotel in Nosara. As of now there are no hotels or cabinas in Playa Garza.