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Las Baulas National Marine Park, Playa Grande

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National Park · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
Head to Las Baulas National Marine Park, a sanctuary protecting Costa Rica’s largest population of nesting leatherback sea turtles on the Pacific coast. The park, which covers over 175 sq km (42 sq mi), is home to beaches featuring pristine white sand and crystal clear waters. Though most of the park consists over protected marine environment, you can go scuba diving, snorkeling, and free diving to examine the local marine life. Bring plenty of food and water with you. For travelers who use our custom trip planner, Playa Grande holidays become easier to arrange, with trips to the Las Baulas National Marine Park and other attractions mapped out and timetabled.
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Tours to Las Baulas National Marine Park

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  • By villaskalei
    Love Playa Grande Beach super clean, friendly atmosphere. Good for swimming, surf, running or walking. Not to mention that we saw some turtles tracks. In love with the beach.  more »
  • By swifferandQueenbee
    This beach was our kids favorite to date for boogie boarding . They looked forward to it each day we were there . It’s a very clean beach and very big.  more »
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