Located close to the tip of the Nicoya Peninsula on the north pacific coast of Costa Rica, the small coastal community of Mal Pais is becoming one of the hottest destinations in Costa Rica for discriminating travelers.  Mal Pais with its lush vegetation along the coast and peaceful beach area is a perfect hideaway for relaxation.

Originally know as a unique getaway for surfing enthusiasts, Mal Pais and the nearby Santa Teresa Beach has become home to several pro surfers as their permanent home. Today, Mal Pais is one of the trendiest locations in Costa Rica offering visitors a wide variety of intimate and classy accommodations, bars and restaurants surrounded by the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of activities are available in Mal ranging from nature expeditions up to exciting adventure tours.

Highlights

Surfing
The towns of Mal Pais and Santa Teresa are one of Costa Rica´s ideal surfing locations for those searching for a remote surfing experience with a calm nightlife atmosphere combined with good and consistent waves.  The area of Mal Pais is great for intermediate surfers although large swells can be expected bringing excitement to advanced surfers.  There are several breaks in the area including Santa Teresa, which hollow beach break offers good lefts and rights; or Playa Carmen with waves offering a long right wall and a shorter left, breaking over a sloping sand bottom.

Cabo Blanco National Park
Being the first National Park created in Costa Rica, the 1172 hectares Cabo Blanco Natural Reserve is located on the pointy end of the Nicoya Peninsula and protects a wet and dry ecosystem. The park efficient trail system allows visitors to explore the lush forest and deserted beaches with fine white sand and refreshing tide pools. During a visit to the park you may see howler, capuchin and spider monkeys, coatis, snakes, anteaters, sloths, tepezcuintles, parakeets, herons, trogons and many other forest residents.