Communities of Nosara
Tourists and locals alike typically refer to this area as “Nosara” but the distinct neighborhoods of the area are quite different from one another. Nosara is composed of the local Tico town and the beach communities of Playa Pelada and Playa Guiones. Playa Garza and Playa Ostional are just a stone’s throw away and are growing to become an integral part of the community. No matter which direction you go, the adventurous jungle roads lead to a gem around every turn.
The Magical Arribadas of Playa Ostional
One of the most profound and beautiful biological encounters any wildlife enthusiast can experience locally is an “arribada”. An arribada is a Spanish term used for “arrival” and in the Nosara area, the word is synonymous with the mass synchronized nesting of Olive Ridley sea turtles on the black volcanic sands of Playa Ostinal. Just a few kilometres north of Playa Guiones, within the World Wildlife Fund’s recognized conservation site of the Ostinal Wildlife Refuge, this year round phenomenon takes place to the delight of locals and tourists alike.