Which are the best beaches for surfing in Costa Rica?

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Costa Rica has been characterized as a destination for surfers from around the world, including hosted the world and Surf in 2009.

Recognition that has made the country in eco-tourism also translates to protect one of their most valuable resources: the seas, has also sought the protection of responsible fisheries, the conservation of marine species.

The country attracts more than two million tourists a year, more than any other in Central America, and those who practice the surf are part of this important figure.

In spite of the beaches become very known by sportsmen, some believe that the best waves of the country still unexplored territories.

The most recognized in the country are Pavones Beach in the South Pacific, Roca Bruja in Guanacaste, Boca Barranca and others are added to the list for tourists visiting the country.

Costa Rica boasts “swell” extensive and very consistent waves that help keep surfers on control. Costa Rica represents one of the best places in the world for a vacation dedicated to surfing, especially for those who love nature and are in search of a paradise that it brings together all in one place.

Waves of Costa Rica vary frequently, however the country still being recognized by their "beachbrakes" and the mouths of rivers. In the province of Guanacaste are outstanding points such as rock and Playa Grande; as well as others belonging to Puntarenas and Playa Negra, Mal Pais, Santa Teresa.

The Gulf of Nicoya in the North Pacific is recognized area for surfing, for example is Boca Barranca, which is the longest "pointbrake" of Central America; the most attractive "beachbrakes" are Playa Jacó and Hermosa, besides that the place attracts tourists by the beauty of its people and the number of activities to enjoy.

Pavones, has the best wave of Costa Rica, and is also the longest in Central America. Of course, cannot be side the Costa Rican Caribbean which is also great for surfing; for example Salsa Brava.

If surfing is the sport you want to practice in Costa Rica, there are hundreds of schools in the different beaches that help you enjoy this activity so famous in the country.

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Curú National Park The first private wildlife refuge in Costa Rica

Curú National Wildlife Refuge can be found on the southern Nicoya Peninsula of northwestern, Costa Rica, just south of Paquera. Most traveller to the area are in search of Sandy beaches, the surf of Santa Teresa or the very popular tourist destination, Montezuma, and the Peninsula’s primary wildlife park can sometimes get over looked. Curú offers easy access to seeing some of the most sought after species such as White-faced monkeys, Howler monkeys, Spider Monkeys, Scarlet Macaws, White-tailed Deer, Collared Peccary, Coati, Raccoons, Coyotes, Iguanas, and hundreds of species of tropical and migratory birds.

It is an important place to visit as it is Costa Rica’s first private National Wildlife Refuge.

There are 3 different species of monkeys (the mantled howler monkey, white faced monkey and the spider monkey), the American Crocodile, Agouti, Coati, beautiful birds such like woodpeckers, manakins, toucans, herons, hawks; iguanas and squirrels. That is without mentioning the abundance of marine wildlife, including many species of tropical fish, sea turtles, sting rays, and occasional whales.

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