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Samara Beach - Location
Playa Sámara
Sámara Beach, located in the beautiful northwest area of Southern Guanacaste, is known for its unspoiled atmosphere (population 3,000). In a hidden basin that faces the gorgeous bay, Sámara's waters are pushed inland by the enticing ocean breeze. It's a perfect for swimming, surfing, and other water sports. There are a few small upscale development, but in general, the crowd is younger and not luxury travelers. The unspoiled beach is perfect for nature lovers, as the sand is colled down by trees filled with rare birds and howler monkeys. Lonely Planet states that this beautiful, gentle, white-sand beach is one of Costa Rica's safest and prettiest. For the adventurous, Isla Chora is a short kayak or boat trip away, and there you may snorkel or simply sunbathe on this uninhabited island's deserted beach.
Away from the sand, Sámara is ringed by forests that are home to a 
huge variety of wildlife, including monkeys, toucans, iguanas, scarlet macaws, parrots, and more. A favorite for students is being surprised by a group of monkeys coming to their favorite almond tree by the beach for a noisy lunch, followed by a long afternoon siesta! The nearby Nicoya region provides a wonderful opportunity to see remnants of Costa Rica's indigenous Chorotega culture, as well as the colonial town and church. Other activities at Sámara include: horse-riding, bike rental, ultra light gliding, deep-sea fishing, dolphin tours, waterfall visits, canopy tours, visits to local 'fiestas' and much more.
The town itself is a small, local community offering a variety of activities, such as the sunset football games on the beach, eating "bocas" (local dishes serves in small portions with drinks), going to the disco, playing cards, or simply chatting with those who live there. It has a typical Tico character, with a local art gallery on the beach and several ocean-side seafood restaurants and bars. Services available include: internet café, pharmacy, laundry, small supermarket, post office, medical clinic, car/bike rental, etc.
