Nicoya Peninsula Camping – Beaches & Campsites Guide

Nicoya Peninsula

The Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica is a breathtaking destination that offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural richness. Known for its stunning beaches, vibrant wildlife, and serene landscapes, this region is perfect for travelers seeking adventure or relaxation.

North Guanacaste - Nicoya Peninsula

Treehouse Camping Zone

Remote campsite on the far northern Guanacaste Coast, close to beautiful hidden beaches

Campground Piratas Place

Spacious, pleasant campsite just 5 minutes walking from Playa Grande

Junquillal Wildlife Refuge

Pristine, isolated beachfront campsite located in a protected wildlife refuge

Oasis Campground

Peaceful farm campsite in a great central spot on the Nicoya Peninsula

Camping Don Rafa

Campsite along the shore of a light-blue river just 20 minutes north of Liberia

Camping Mirella

Perfect beachfront campsite with a beautiful picturesque sunset and calm swimming waters

Camping Avellanas

This rustic camping Beachfront at Playa Avellenas is the perfect spot for surf enthusiasts

Camping Los Malinches

Amazing isolated beachfront cliff location just 35 minutes south of Tamarindo

South Guanacaste - Nicoya Peninsula

Rafa´ s Place Camping

Beachfront campsite. Offers showers, bathrooms, electricity, near turtle-nesting tours.

La Colina Goldmine

Panoramic hilltop camping and cabins above the historic mining town of Abangares

Camping Eddy's Bioluminescence

Located just 2 km up the coast from the Paquera ferry dock, this is the best place to experience a nighttime bioluminescence kayaking tour in Costa Rica

Camping Don Trino

Beachfront campsite 30 minutes south of the Paquera Ferry landing dock – perfect for a quite night on a calm swimming beach

Camping Mar Azul

Campsite on a secluded beach not far from the surf towns of Santa Teresa and Mal Pais

Camping Coco's

Perfect beachfront campsite for beginner surfing within walking distance from Samara

Surf School San Miguel & Camping

Great beachfront campsite away from touristy towns with access to beginner surf lessons and perfect sunsets

Camping Fernando Morales

Peaceful beachfront camping just 15 minutes south of Montezuma

Featured Activities

Great activities to do near our recommended campsites on the Nicoya Peninsula

Lomas de Barbudal Biological Reserve

Beautiful hidden reserve with easy trails through the tropical dry forest

Llanos de Cortés Waterfall

Easy walk to a stunning waterfall paradise

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