The Heart of Adventure, The Soul of Calm
In Costa Rica, there are places built for tourists and places built for travelers.
Playa Los Vivos Beach Experience belongs to the second kind — where exploration and tranquility live side by side.
Just a short drive from Santa Teresa, accessible by a short three-minute boat ride, Playa Los Vivos feels worlds away yet sits at the center of everything the Nicoya Peninsula has to offer.
Whether you’re a couple seeking romance, a family looking for meaningful adventure, or an individual ready to disconnect and reset, Los Vivos is your perfect starting point — a peaceful base for wild beauty all around you.
1. A Home Base for Every Kind of Traveler
Some guests come to Playa Los Vivos to explore.
Others come to do absolutely nothing.
The beauty of this place is that you can have both.
Wake up with ocean views and decide — do you want a day of adventure, or one of stillness? From this quiet cove, every direction leads to something unforgettable: beaches, waterfalls, islands, and villages that feel frozen in time.
At the end of the day, you return home to the sound of the sea, fresh food from Honey Akerson’s gardens, and the calm of a beach that belongs only to its guests.
2. Isla Tortuga — The Classic Day Trip
From Playa Los Vivos, Isla Tortuga is a must-do — a postcard-perfect island with turquoise water, coral reefs, and white sand.
The Los Vivos team can arrange a full-day boat tour that leaves right from the nearby dock. You’ll snorkel with tropical fish, enjoy a beach picnic, and maybe spot dolphins or turtles along the way.
For families, it’s an easy and fun adventure. For couples, it’s romantic and scenic. And for solo travelers, it’s the kind of peaceful exploration that makes you feel completely alive.
3. The Magic of Bioluminescence
Few experiences on Earth compared to watching the ocean light up at night.
Playa Los Vivos is just a short boat ride from bioluminescent bays, where microscopic plankton glow blue when disturbed by movement. Imagine kayaking, gliding by boat or swimming as the water sparkles around you — like stars have fallen into the sea.
It’s an experience that defies explanation — part science, part wonder — and one of the many reasons guests stay more than just a night.
4. Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve — Where the Forest Meets the Sea
For nature lovers, the nearby Cabo Blanco Reserve offers a stunning blend of jungle and coastline.
Trails wind through tropical forests alive with monkeys, butterflies, and the echo of birds. The reward: a pristine, hidden beach at the end of the hike where you can rest, swim, and listen to nature in its purest form.
Whether you’re hiking solo, as a couple, or with kids, Cabo Blanco reconnects you to something wild and grounding — the heartbeat of Costa Rica.
5. Montezuma Waterfalls — A Perfect Day Adventure
Just a short drive or guided tour away lies Montezuma, a charming town known for its laid-back energy and breathtaking waterfalls.
Swim in natural pools, feel the cool spray of the cascades, or jump from lower ledges if you’re feeling bold. The surrounding jungle trails and cafés make it a full-day adventure you can balance with Los Vivos’ peaceful evenings.
It’s a favorite for guests who like to mix comfort with exploration.
6. Water Adventures at Your Doorstep
You don’t have to leave Playa Los Vivos to experience adventure.
Right on the beach, guests can enjoy kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, perfect for gliding across calm morning water or exploring the coastline at sunset.
The bay is safe and smooth, making it great for beginners and families. And if you’re the kind of traveler who loves photography, sunrise from the water is unforgettable — the light, the reflections, and the stillness of it all.
7. Easy Access, Endless Possibilities
Getting here is simple, but leaving often feels hard.
Guests can arrive by car from San José or Liberia, or fly into Cobano Airport, where the Los Vivos team arranges everything — taxi transfers, ferry coordination, and the final short boat ride across the estuary.
That last stretch — crossing calm water surrounded by mangroves — feels symbolic. You’re not just traveling; you’re arriving somewhere that asks you to breathe differently.
From here, all of Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula is within reach — but you might find you don’t want to go anywhere else.
8. The Spirit of Adventure, The Calm of Home
Playa Los Vivos is the rare destination that offers both excitement and peace. You can chase waterfalls and snorkel reefs by day, then fall asleep to the lull of waves by night.
Couples find romance in simplicity. Families find connection in shared experiences. Solo travelers find clarity in quiet mornings and endless sky.
Every kind of guest finds something here — not just activities, but a rhythm that feels honest, balanced, and human.
9. A Kitchen That Fuels the Journey
All adventures need good food, and at Los Vivos, meals are part of the magic.
Most of the produce comes from Honey Akerson’s organic gardens, grown just inland and harvested with care. Each dish — from fruit breakfasts to grilled seafood dinners — gives guests the energy to explore, and the comfort to unwind afterward.
It’s simple, fresh, and full of the flavor that only love and local soil can create.
10. Stay, Explore, and Return Changed
The best trips don’t just show you new places — they change the way you feel about life.
That’s what Playa Los Vivos does. It gives you both adventure and ease, movement and stillness, discovery and rest.
So whether you’re here for a romantic escape, a family retreat, or a personal reset, make Los Vivos your home base for exploring Costa Rica’s natural wonders — and discovering your own.
Because at Playa Los Vivos Beach Experience, every journey begins and ends with peace, simplicity, and the feeling that you’ve found exactly where you’re meant to be.
