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# Fun Things To Do in Samara, Costa Rica

By [TheDufresnes (@thedufresnes)](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes)

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Published 7 November 2022 · Updated 7 November 2022

Category: travel

Samara Costa Rica is an amazing place to visit, and we know you're going to love it. You'll find some of the most beautiful beaches in all of Costa Rica, as well as an experience that will leave you feeling like you've left the rest of the world behind. If you're looking for some fun activities to do when you visit Samara Costa Rica, look no further! Here are some of our favorite things to do when visiting Samara.

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## Items

### 1. [Samara Beach](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/0/samara-beach)

Item ID: `0`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/tivzutfynzbhjrvms7ua.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
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- Category: Beaches
- Description: The main reason to visit Samara is the beach. The beach here is family friendly and safe for all ages because the ocean floor is flat and the waves are calm.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=31&end=62](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=31&end=62)
- Visited?: false

### 2. [Playa Barrigona](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/2/playa-barrigona)

Item ID: `2`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/hiqkcinuvug0glmqfgie.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Playa Barrigona, Provincia de Guanacaste, Costa Rica","geometry":{"location":{"lat":9.883009099999999,"lng":-85.57761119999999},"viewport":{"south":9.880689968823658,"west":-85.58173655478431,"north":9.88358615142081,"east":-85.57313193881056}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Playa Barrigona","place\_id":"ChIJd7rwkpmqn48R3UxsLZcxSEQ","types":\["natural\_feature","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=4920237118274161885","utc\_offset":-360,"searchTerm":"Playa Barrigona, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica"}
- Category: Beaches
- Description: This beach is known as the Mel Gibson's beach because he has a property here. It's perfect for spending the day chilling at the white sand.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=90&end=124](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=90&end=124)
- Visited?: false

### 3. [Playa Carrillo](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/4/playa-carrillo)

Item ID: `4`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/nssvozfxsw7n3jragcmv.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
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- Category: Beaches
- Description: Playa Carillo is one of the most popular beaches in Costa Rica. It's a great place for locals and tourists alike to get their feet wet or just to relax.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=155&end=204](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=155&end=204)
- Visited?: false

### 4. [Hiking](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/1/hiking)

Item ID: `1`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/wsutf4y7eyytprlnp9ap.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Unnamed Road, VFH2+532, Provincia de Guanacaste, Sámara, Costa Rica","geometry":{"location":{"lat":9.877883299999999,"lng":-85.5498632},"viewport":{"south":9.876527369708498,"west":-85.5512388802915,"north":9.879225330291503,"east":-85.54854091970849}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/parking-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/parking\_pinlet","name":"Playa Buena Vista","place\_id":"ChIJidkJxImrn48RbfjP2oVtMYQ","types":\["parking","point\_of\_interest","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=9525515108534450285","utc\_offset":-360,"searchTerm":"Playa Buena Vista, Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica"}
- Category: Recreational Activities
- Description: The are many locations in Samara for tourists and families to hike. There's also an option for a daytime hike for bird watching.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=63&end=89](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=63&end=89)
- Visited?: false

### 5. [ATV Tour](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/7/atv-tour)

Item ID: `7`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/v92nyixtskjcokdolezq.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"On the main street of Playa Samara, 10 meters north of Hotel Giada, Guanacaste Province, Sámara, 50205, Costa Rica","geometry":{"location":{"lat":9.883425599999999,"lng":-85.52751459999999},"viewport":{"south":9.882078519708498,"west":-85.5288869302915,"north":9.884776480291503,"east":-85.52618896970849}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/generic\_business-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Outback ATV Tours and Rentals, Nature and Adventure Tours, Samara Beach","place\_id":"ChIJs4Q74ASqn48RoE3Hx2GW\_UQ","types":\["travel\_agency","point\_of\_interest","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=4971294910394617248","utc\_offset":-360,"website":"http://outbackquads.com/","searchTerm":"Outback ATV Tours and Rentals, Nature and Adventure Tours, Samara Beach, Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica"}
- Category: Recreational Activities
- Description: If you're looking for a way to explore Samara that's both fun and exciting, an ATV is definitely recommended!
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=275&end=303](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=275&end=303)
- Visited?: false

### 6. [Turtle Tours](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/9/turtle-tours)

Item ID: `9`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ghabrizltinquq4pny3o.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica","geometry":{"location":{"lat":9.8820222,"lng":-85.5290361},"viewport":{"south":9.876698936240347,"west":-85.53236256763549,"north":9.884393668120984,"east":-85.51343673797756}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Sámara","place\_id":"ChIJI1IHqgOqn48RxK8xGSlmLkQ","types":\["locality","political"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=Guanacaste+Province,+S%C3%A1mara,+Costa+Rica&ftid=0x8f9faa03aa075223:0x442e66291931afc4","utc\_offset":-360,"searchTerm":"Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica"}
- Category: Recreational Activities
- Description: You can take a tour from Samara to see turtles nesting, If you are here during an Arribada you can see thousands of Olive Ridley turtles lay their eggs!
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=345&end=385](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=345&end=385)
- Visited?: false

### 7. [Horseback Riding](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/11/horseback-riding)

Item ID: `11`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/wyhile0vhk0mofsld3fw.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Horsejungle, Playa, Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica","geometry":{"location":{"lat":9.8984268,"lng":-85.5517107},"viewport":{"south":9.897088470107276,"west":-85.55302262989272,"north":9.89978812989272,"east":-85.55032297010727}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/generic\_business-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Horsejungle","place\_id":"ChIJ0\_fu2lyqn48RxyNIlDuFlP8","types":\["travel\_agency","point\_of\_interest","establishment"\],"searchTerm":"horseback riding near Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica"}
- Category: Recreational Activities
- Description: Horseback riding along the beach is a perfect family activity. It’s fun, active, and it will give your family the chance to enjoy each other’s company while doing something that they can all participate in.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=428&end=443](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=428&end=443)
- Visited?: false

### 8. [Watch a Sunset](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/13/watch-a-sunset)

Item ID: `13`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/e8onfxemwbx8atyuczow.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Samara Beach, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica","geometry":{"location":{"lat":9.8794448,"lng":-85.51841449999999},"viewport":{"south":9.866441786410066,"west":-85.53416488964922,"north":9.881387609886183,"east":-85.50727840794579}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Samara Beach","place\_id":"ChIJPRoJ4gGqn48RtSXMC1MtHzQ","types":\["natural\_feature","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=3755770448953746869","utc\_offset":-360,"searchTerm":"Samara Beach, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica"}
- Category: Recreational Activities
- Description: Watching a sunset in Samara Beach or a nearby beach is definitely one for the books! You can watch it by the beach or even at the mountain top.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=475&end=511](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=475&end=511)
- Visited?: false

### 9. [Live Music](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/14/live-music)

Item ID: `14`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/piymbl9qjtdduu6zvp2i.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica","geometry":{"location":{"lat":9.8820222,"lng":-85.5290361},"viewport":{"south":9.876698936240347,"west":-85.53236256763549,"north":9.884393668120984,"east":-85.51343673797756}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Sámara","place\_id":"ChIJI1IHqgOqn48RxK8xGSlmLkQ","types":\["locality","political"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=Guanacaste+Province,+S%C3%A1mara,+Costa+Rica&ftid=0x8f9faa03aa075223:0x442e66291931afc4","utc\_offset":-360,"searchTerm":"Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica"}
- Category: Recreational Activities
- Description: In the busier months of December to April, you can watch live bands perform at night on the beach while enjoying food and drinks. If Palusanto happens to be playing when in Samara, be sure to go watch them!
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=513&end=548](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=513&end=548)
- Visited?: false

### 10. [Gyrocopter](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/15/gyrocopter)

Item ID: `15`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/dxlmljcthvvujmckx6x3.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica","geometry":{"location":{"lat":9.8820222,"lng":-85.5290361},"viewport":{"south":9.876698936240347,"west":-85.53236256763549,"north":9.884393668120984,"east":-85.51343673797756}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Sámara","place\_id":"ChIJI1IHqgOqn48RxK8xGSlmLkQ","types":\["locality","political"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=Guanacaste+Province,+S%C3%A1mara,+Costa+Rica&ftid=0x8f9faa03aa075223:0x442e66291931afc4","utc\_offset":-360,"searchTerm":"Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica"}
- Category: Recreational Activities
- Description: If you're looking for a new way to see Samara, look no further than the gyrocopter. These helicopters allow you to get a bird's eye view of Samara.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=551&end=576](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=551&end=576)
- Visited?: false

### 11. [Fire Show](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/16/fire-show)

Item ID: `16`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/calokx5djmfxfz0uit9r.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica","geometry":{"location":{"lat":9.8820222,"lng":-85.5290361},"viewport":{"south":9.876698936240347,"west":-85.53236256763549,"north":9.884393668120984,"east":-85.51343673797756}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Sámara","place\_id":"ChIJI1IHqgOqn48RxK8xGSlmLkQ","types":\["locality","political"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=Guanacaste+Province,+S%C3%A1mara,+Costa+Rica&ftid=0x8f9faa03aa075223:0x442e66291931afc4","utc\_offset":-360,"searchTerm":"Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica"}
- Category: Recreational Activities
- Description: During the busy season in Samara, local fire dancers are performing at the beach or even along the streets.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=578&end=623](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=578&end=623)
- Visited?: false

### 12. [Surfing](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/3/surfing)

Item ID: `3`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/xn1y2lntnk0iokomknms.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
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- Category: Water Activities
- Description: If you're a surfing beginner, Samara beach is perfect for you to take lessons. The waves are nice and slow, so you don't have to worry about getting knocked over by a giant wave.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=127&end=153](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=127&end=153)
- Visited?: false

### 13. [Fishing](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/5/fishing)

Item ID: `5`

- Image: -
- Location: Guanacaste Province
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica","geometry":{"location":{"lat":9.8820222,"lng":-85.5290361},"viewport":{"south":9.876698936240347,"west":-85.53236256763549,"north":9.884393668120984,"east":-85.51343673797756}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Sámara","place\_id":"ChIJI1IHqgOqn48RxK8xGSlmLkQ","types":\["locality","political"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=Guanacaste+Province,+S%C3%A1mara,+Costa+Rica&ftid=0x8f9faa03aa075223:0x442e66291931afc4","utc\_offset":-360,"searchTerm":"Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica"}
- Category: Water Activities
- Description: Fishing in Samara is a great family activity that can be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of whether or not they have a fishing license.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=206&end=230](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=206&end=230)
- Visited?: false

### 14. [Dolphin/Whale Tour](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/6/dolphinwhale-tour)

Item ID: `6`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/j2veo3dqtprckrpt2ife.png)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
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- Category: Water Activities
- Description: Another great experience when visiting Samara is the Dolphin/Whale Watching. This activity can be enjoyed during the months of August-October.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=232&end=273](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=232&end=273)
- Visited?: false

### 15. [Snorkel the Tide Pools](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/12/snorkel-the-tide-pools)

Item ID: `12`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/utbbghuzitjpnhdysuf0.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
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- Category: Water Activities
- Description: If you're looking for a fun and adventurous way to spend your time in Samara, head down to the beach. At the north end of Samara beach, you can snorkle the tide pools and see water creatures.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=448&end=473](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=448&end=473)
- Visited?: false

### 16. [Dining Out](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/8/dining-out)

Item ID: `8`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/swzhyc9l219gfsb73t44.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
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- Category: Food
- Description: Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a full-fledged dinner, Samara has got you covered.There is a lot of variety of international cuisines, so there's something for everyone!
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=309&end=341](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=309&end=341)
- Visited?: false

### 17. [Las Olas](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/18/las-olas)

Item ID: `18`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/dkxypjcjs21bhl5kuybv.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"200 meters west of the police station on the beach Guanacaste Playa Samara, Provincia de Guanacaste, Sámara, 50205, Costa Rica","geometry":{"location":{"lat":9.880184700000001,"lng":-85.5296154},"viewport":{"south":9.878894219708497,"west":-85.5309092802915,"north":9.881592180291502,"east":-85.52821131970849}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/bar-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#FF9E67","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/bar\_pinlet","name":"Las Olas Beach Bar & Rooms","place\_id":"ChIJb2Y6hQWqn48RZtsxK7DAS4Y","types":\["bar","lodging","restaurant","food","point\_of\_interest","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=9677040087207107430","utc\_offset":-360,"website":"http://www.olasbeach.com/","searchTerm":"Las Olas Beach Bar & Rooms, Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica"}
- Category: Food
- Description: Las Olas offers different variety of food and drinks. We definitely recommend you to try this beach bar in Samara!
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3eoWXfREI8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3eoWXfREI8)
- Visited?: false

### 18. [Pizza A La Lena A 'Mozzarella](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/19/pizza-a-la-lena-a-mozzarella)

Item ID: `19`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/gp2vqp6x9cy3cllovxgg.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
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- Category: Food
- Description: If you're looking for the best fire oven pizza in town, look no further than Pizza A La Lena A 'Mozarella. Their pizzas are cooked in a stone wood fire oven and made with fresh ingredients. They've got everything from classics to calzones!
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgcVgRHzwDo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgcVgRHzwDo)
- Visited?: false

### 19. [Sea Casa Vacation Rentals](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/17/sea-casa-vacation-rentals)

Item ID: `17`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/unn8ngzd5lj0ctg0qlir.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Box 104, Provincia de Guanacaste, Sámara, 50205, Costa Rica","geometry":{"location":{"lat":9.8815305,"lng":-85.53965219999999},"viewport":{"south":9.880174719708497,"west":-85.5409504802915,"north":9.882872680291502,"east":-85.5382525197085}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/lodging-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#909CE1","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/hotel\_pinlet","name":"Sea Casa Vacation Rentals","place\_id":"ChIJi6ambTWrn48RHOsJR-JEzXw","types":\["lodging","point\_of\_interest","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=8992919769573878556","utc\_offset":-360,"website":"http://www.seacasasamara.com/","searchTerm":"Sea Casa Vacation Rentals, Guanacaste Province, Sámara, Costa Rica"}
- Category: Accommodation
- Description: Come and stay in a truly unique vacation rental while visiting the beautiful town of Samara, Costa Rica! This spacious 40 ft shipping container rental is the perfect place to call home. With the newly added pool and proximity to the beach, you'll find it easy to cool down! We are close to town but far enough away to enjoy peace and quiet.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=658&end=690](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=658&end=690)
- Visited?: false

### 20. [Belen Waterfall](https://listium.com/@thedufresnes/76542/fun-things-to-do-in-samara-costa-rica/10/belen-waterfall)

Item ID: `10`

- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/dx2qxje4svwhjuceprob.jpg)
- Location: Guanacaste Province
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- Category: Waterfalls
- Description: Belen waterfall is a 25-minute drive from Samara. The perfect time to visit the waterfall is during the dry season, as it's much easier to see the falls and get a good look at its surroundings.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=388&end=425](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PTsYtgkDA&start=388&end=425)
- Visited?: false