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7 Best Things To Do in Santa Teresa

The tours and day trips worth booking.

The 7 top-rated things to do in Santa Teresa — the boat trips, beach days, volcano hikes and old-town wanders worth building a day around, with real prices and who to book each one with.

7 Best Things To Do in Santa Teresa

Eddy's Bioluminescence Reserve in Punta Cuchillos - The 1-hour kayak/canoe part: where you’ll create the glow
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Eddy’s Bioluminescence Reserve in Punta Cuchillos

1.Eddy’s Bioluminescence Reserve in Punta Cuchillos

Kayak into the bioluminescent bay at Punta Cuchillos with Eddy. Private 75-minute night tour in Costa Rica’s glowing waters.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Eddie was very personable and did everything he could to make our tour great! We were a tad early point so we drove up the road to a soda that overlooked the area before the tour and watched the sunset. The bioluminescence algae was cool and we enjoyed the swim at the end.”

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Specialized Group Surf Lesson in Playa Hermosa - Stop 1 at Playa Hermosa: what the session feels like step by step
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Specialized Group Surf Lesson in Playa Hermosa

2.Specialized Group Surf Lesson in Playa Hermosa

Playa Hermosa surf lesson in Santa Teresa with constant feedback from Alvaro and Juan, safety coaching, and the surfboard included.

★ 5.0

“Absolutely amazing surf lessons with Álvaro and Juan! I booked together with two friends and had an unforgettable experience. From the very first moment, we felt incredibly welcome, safe, and perfectly taken care of. They explained all the basics and the rules in the water in a clear and motivating way, which gave us a…”

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Isla Tortuga boat tour - from Paquera - On the boat with Juan or Chato: how the experience stays personal
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Isla Tortuga boat tour – from Paquera

Private Surf lessons in Santa Teresa Beach - Meeting at Santa Teresa Extreme Center: Finding the spot without stress
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Private Surf lessons in Santa Teresa Beach

4.Private Surf lessons in Santa Teresa Beach

Private 90-minute surf lessons in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica. All levels welcome, surfboard included, and coaching tailored to you.

★ 5.0

“We took our first lesson ever with Sammy & Ryan and we will never forget this experience. It was amazing we had zero experience and walked away with having caught some wicked waves. If you have never taken a lesson before this is the place to go. Our instructors were patient and explained everything in…”

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Inshore Fishing trip in Santa Teresa - Guides and Fishing Tactics: Finding the Bite Fast
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Inshore Fishing trip in Santa Teresa

5.Inshore Fishing trip in Santa Teresa

Private inshore fishing near Santa Teresa with included gear, chances at yellowfin tuna and mahi mahi, plus possible dolphins and whales.

★ 5.0

“We had a great fishing trip with Jason. Caught a lot of fish and cooked them last night. Best yellow tail tuna I’ve ever had! Jason did a superb job navigating, assisting and cleaning our catch. Definitely recommend using Jason’s Tours!!”

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Sunset Bioluminescence Tour by Boat - Getting there: El Gecko Tours and the 5:30 pm start
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Sunset Bioluminescence Tour by Boat

6.Sunset Bioluminescence Tour by Boat

Sunset bioluminescence boat tour from Santa Teresa. Swim and snorkel in glowing waters near Isla Cedros with snacks and small groups.

★ 4.5

“Seems a bit shady at first glance but once the sun sets and the waters turn beautiful and sparkling, it became an unforgettable experience”

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Private Nature Adventure Tour in Curu Wildlife Refuge - Your guide: the real value behind a private wildlife tour
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Private Nature Adventure Tour in Curu Wildlife Refuge

7.Private Nature Adventure Tour in Curu Wildlife Refuge

Private Curu Wildlife Refuge tour from Santa Teresa with a certified naturalist guide, hotel pickup, and prime chances to spot monkeys and macaws.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful time with a group of five, led by Ernesto who was an outstanding driver, guide, spotter, and photographer with extensive knowledge of Curu and all of the flora and fauna. In about four hours we saw a mind-bending array of animals including white faced capuchin monkeys - dozens, up close! -…”

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