Explore Costa Rica — the ZAYA Journal

Practical, local guides to Santa Teresa, Mal País, Montezuma and the Nicoya Peninsula — written to help you plan a calmer, better trip.

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Green-season storm clouds with sunlight over a tropical beach

Travel Tips · 7 min read

Best Time to Visit Santa Teresa, Costa Rica: Weather, Surf and Seasons

A season-by-season look at weather, surf and crowds in Santa Teresa to help you pick your dates.

October 18, 2026

Car ferry crossing the Gulf of Nicoya toward green islands

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How to Get to Santa Teresa, Costa Rica: Flights, Ferries and Driving

Reach Santa Teresa through San José airport (SJO) or Liberia airport (LIR), then continue by road or an available domestic flight with onward ground transport.

October 18, 2026