The Best Beaches in Central America to Surf, Swim, Snorkel, and Scuba Dive!
Top Coastal Destinations and Beaches in Central America!
Wondering where the best beach locations in Central America are? Whether you heading to Mexico, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Panama, or any other Latin location - It's a good idea to find out where some of the great beaches are, and what adventure activities are available.
Some of the things we look for in a beach location are access to as many adventure activities as possible.
So although there may be some outstanding areas to surf, we also look at other water sport activities like:
- The best place to snorkel in Central America
- Best scuba diving and hiking in Central America
Ten Best Beaches in Central America
- Mexico - Most Pacific coastlines offer spectacular surfing opportunities as well as snorkeling and unforgettable scuba diving. On the Caribbean side, one of the best beach areas has to be Tulum. With lots to see and do nearby - its great for all water sport experiences, especially diving and wildlife viewing.
Another place to base yourself in Mexico is Playa del Carmen. Beach activities include snorkeling, kayaking, and whale watching. Diving is also extremely popular here, and there's also nearby nature reserves that offer walks and hikes throughout jungle terrain.
- Costa Rica - If you're planning a surf vacation, without a doubt, one of the best places to go is to Santa Theresa. No matter what your level of surf experience is, there's a fantastic range of waves to catch here! Playa Bonita is another great location on the Atlantic Coast with diving and snorkeling opportunities.
- Panama - The Pearl Islands and Bocas del Toro are our top picks for the best beach locations in Panama, because you can find unforgettable snorkeling in both places, and Bocas del Toro has some of the best jungle hikes nearby where you can see all kinds of unique wildlife!
- Nicaragua -
San Juan Del Sur
and Las Penitas are the two best places to find great surf. San Juan in the south is more popular, but Las Penitas is beginning to attract more and more surfers looking for that ultimate break.
- El Salvador - El Tunco is a great beach town that attracts surfers of all skill levels. There are a variety of places to stay - and the weather is fantastic year round! Other adventure activities include rock climbing, hiking, and water skiing.
- Guatemala - The country is not exactly an oceanside destination, however there are a few black sand beach areas that are worth checking out! Monterrico is probably the most well-known beach locale, with a backpacker type feel. Don't expect much in the way of amenities - but there's a close-by nature reserve littered with sea turtles and iguanas!
Beaches in Central America - Where to Stay
Most of the beach destinations we've covered on this page offer all types of accommodation. From hostel-type stays to 4 or 5 star hotels, you're sure to find something that fits your budget.
In Mexico:
Hotelstulum.com
provides information about beach and downtown hotels along the Mayan Riviera.
Costa Rica bookings can be made through
Vacation City
including vacation rentals and all-inclusive packages.
Our
Panama Vacation page has links to rental homes and resorts around the Pearl Islands and Bocas del Toro.
Of course, there are literally hundreds if not thousands of beaches to choose from in Central America. Our top ten list here is just a brief rundown of some of the coastal areas we think are worthy of mention.
Keep checking back as we continue to build this site and add new and exciting destinations in and throughout Central America.
Find Out for Yourself - Surf, Dive, and Relax on the Best Beaches in Central America!
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