Renting a car is highly recommended, ideally even renting a small 4x4. We are located in a remote area, with dirt roads, 30 minutes by car from services. You must also consider that we are located a 15-20 minute walk from the beach, and most restaurants are within this distance. The round trips can become grueling under the intense sun and heat from January to April. The car, therefore, offers good freedom of movement and will allow you to wholly enjoy your stay.

A private shuttle between Liberia airport and Vida Verde will cost you $120 one way.

The shuttle concept is highly developed in the country. You can still travel this way if you plan to do some destinations, but this comes at a cost. We can provide you with some prices if you are ever interested.

One thing is certain, you should avoid public transport. Inexpensive, the system is very poorly organized. You will save yourself a lot of hassle by opting for shared or private shuttles.

It is also always possible to rent beach or mountain bikes in Avellanas itself. We can help you with this.

Note that by booking a private shuttle, it is possible to stop at a supermarket on the road to do your shopping there in anticipation of your stay.. We can request it when booking. Let us know!

We recommend getting a quote with Adobe Rent-a-Car or Economy Rent-a-Car, two local companies. In our opinion, these two companies offer the best prices. These two companies include mandatory insurance. This is not always the case with international companies. As insurance practically doubles the price of the rental, it is good to know this in advance and not when picking the car up. Obtaining prices from platforms such as Expedia or Carrentals.com should be avoided at all costs.

We are located 1h30 from Liberia Airport (LIR). We therefore strongly recommend landing in Liberia rather than San José if you have the choice. San José Airport (SJO) is about a 5-hour drive. It's a whole different journey!

Playa Avellanas is a small community located on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, 30 minutes south of Tamarindo, the tourist center of the area. It is a large and magnificent beach with hazelnut-colored sand. Located in a protected area, the beach has preserved its wild aspect, which makes all its beauty. It is a perfect place for surfing and swimming, at medium and high tide. Still underdeveloped, the Avellanas sector is ideal for those looking for nature and tranquillity. The community has about ten small restaurants but no bank (or ATM), supermarket, or gas station. Avellanas has also a community and cultural space, called La Esquina. There is a food court with a few kiosks, a beach bike rental company, a small organic store, a public market on Friday evenings, and a film screening on Sunday evenings.

Our region is mainly famous for its magnificent beaches. Here are some beach-related activities that are sought after by tourists:

1. Surfing and surf lessons;
2. Paddleboard;
3. Snorkeling;
4. Horseback riding on the beach;
5. Beach hopping;
6. Yoya on or by the beach;
7. Turtles observation (during the nesting season);
8. Scuba diving at the Islas Catalinas.

In addition to the seaside activities, it is possible to plan daily outings to areas of forests and lush nature. In particular, we recommend the following:

1. Boat trip in the Palo Verde National Park;
2. A day of activities at Hacienda Guachipelin, in the Rincon de la Vieja sector;
3. A hike in Rincon de la Vieja National Park;
4. A guided hike to reach La Leona Waterfall, in Currubandé;
5. A day at the Diamante Eco Adventure Park (Playa del Coco area) including the zip-lining activity;
6. The visit to the caves in the Barra Honda National Park.

For culture and history lovers, we recommend visiting a small village called Guaitil. This village is famous for pre-Columbian Chorotega-style pottery. The entire place is open to the public, like an Econo-museum. The different families open their doors to you and introduce you to the traditional processes of making pottery. This village is located about 1h15 from Avellanas. You can, of course, get pottery as a souvenir.

We are located about 1.5km from the beach, 15 to 20 minutes by walk or 2 minutes by car.

There are two seasons in Costa Rica, the dry season and the rainy season.

The dry season begins typically in mid-November and ends in early May. So it's 6 months without a single drop of rain. This period brings us a lot of suns and more intense heat in the months of February, March, and April. February is very windy. With the wind and the drought, the region becomes almost desert. During this period, expect temperatures ranging from 26℃ to 40℃ (79℉ to 104℉).

The rainy season, also called the green season, brings back the greenery. From the first rains, nature comes back to life. The months of May to August bring us daily rains, most often in the afternoon and evening. We can experience depressions that will last a few days, but it is generally the months of September and October that bring us this kind of situation. During this period, the rains are more intense and are often linked to the hurricane season in the Caribbean. Temperatures are milder, ranging from 23 to 28℃ (73℉ to 82℉). However, the humidity is very high.

We provide each customer with a towel and a beach mat. We, therefore, advise bringing any other important accessories for the beach such as sunscreen and UV protection tracksuits. In the dry season, the sun is powerful and if you are prone to sunburn these tracksuits will be very important. For snorkeling enthusiasts, you can bring your equipment, there are a few beaches in the area that are worth a visit.

Yes, we rent surfboards. We have two 8-foot foam boards called “soft-top”. These boards are perfect for beginners and for having fun in the waves. It will cost you $15 for a half day and $20 for a full day.

Playa Avellanas is the perfect beach for surfing, whether you are a beginner or advanced. Practicable times depend on the tide (ideally 2 hours before and after high tide). We have excellent and charming teachers with whom you will enjoy discovering the joys of surfing. You can expect to pay around $70 per person for a 90-minute class.

Breakfast is not included. We do have a breakfast menu that we can serve between 7-9am. All items are $10.

For evening meals, we cook on order. The concept is to eat the meal that we cook for ourselves. Prices vary depending on the complexity of the dish and the ingredients used, ranging between $13 and $20 per person. We have a diet mainly based on fruits, vegetables, legumes, eggs, and fish. We occasionally include chicken from our neighbor's farm and goat products from a local farm. We eat organic and local foods as much as possible.

Yes! We are fortunate to have a 200Mbps high-speed fiber optic internet connection. Our Wi-Fi facilities will allow you to enjoy high-speed internet anywhere on the property, from your room to the outdoor hammocks.

The local currency is the Costa Rican colon. It is always ideal to pay in local currency but be aware that the American dollar is ubiquitous in the country and is accepted in most businesses. You should also know that credit cards (Visa and Master Card) are accepted almost everywhere.

Costa Rica is the safest country in Central America, along with its neighbor Panama. The fact remains that certain areas of the country suffer from more crime, often linked to drug trafficking and street gangs. In Guanacaste, you have to be vigilant especially with regard to the theft of electronic equipment on the beaches, in cars, and sometimes in homes. You should therefore avoid traveling with high-value items, especially at the beach.

Elsewhere in the country, pay attention to the Jaco area on the central Pacific coast as well as Limón and Puerto Viejo on the Caribbean coast. We must also be extra vigilant in the region of the capital, San José.