Montezuma is a mellow beach village located on the Pacific side of Costa Rica and a perfect holiday destination for those wanting a bit of everything: relaxation, adventure, beach, wildlife, good dining and shopping options.
The main attraction in Montezuma is the waterfall. There are actually 3 waterfalls, the last one being the biggest waterfall. The walk to the waterfalls will give you the opportunity to see lot of wildlife and enjoy Costa Rican nature. Once at the waterfalls you can take a swim, enjoy a picnic and a nice siesta before heading back to Montezuma village.
While on vacation in Montezuma, do not miss a day trip to Tortuga Island where you will have the opportunity to snorkel and relax on an amazing white-sand beach facing turquoise clear waters. The boat trip to Tortuga Island is a pleasant journey and if you are lucky you will even be accompany by dolphins and whales.
For those who like hiking, make sure to explore Cabo Blanco Absolute Reserve located in Cabuya at the tip of the Nicoya Peninsula. Cabo Blanco, the first Costa Rican national park, has several trails and the longest one will lead you to a small and quiet beach where you can swim with pelicans and watch the white-faced and howler monkeys playing around in the bamboo trees.
Other activities for your Costa Rican holidays in Montezuma include canopy tours, surf lessons, yoga lessons, ATV tours, fishing trips and horseback riding,
For those looking to bring back souvenirs from Costa Rica, there is no better place to shop than Montezuma which is full of quaint little shops that provide unique clothes, jewels and handicrafts.
When it comes to dining options, Montezuma offers a countless number of restaurants to choose from for all budgets: fine dining, vegetarian, organic, typical Costa Rica soda, sushi, Italian, Israeli, Argentinian, etc…
The Montezuma weekly Saturday organic market is a perfect place to stock up on tasty veggies and fruits and is also an opportunity to meet up the expat community who traditionally gather during the market.
The best way to discover and enjoy your holidays in Montezuma is to rent a vacation home. Most of Montezuma vacation rentals are hidden away on the hills, although you have some beachfront options too, and boast spectacular ocean views and abundant wildlife at your doorsteps. Most of them have swimming pools to refresh and relax after a day out. Tropisphere Vacation Rentals is the leading vacation rentals agency in Montezuma offering a wide range of homes and villas for rent for all budgets as well as an insight knowledge of the area and the best tips on what to do in Montezuma and the Nicoya Peninsula.
For those who want to be right on the beach and right in the center of Montezuma village, the best vacation rentals is Ivan´s House. The house features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms as well as a lovely outdoor covered verandah perfect for outdoor dinning with views of the Montezuma Bay.
If you are looking for a quiet hideaway away from the hustle and bustle, Casas Frangipani are a very good holiday rental option. There are three Mediterranean Style homes located in the hills of Montezuma and only a 3 minutes from the village. Each vacation rental can each sleep 4 people maximum and enjoys both spectacular ocean and mountain views.
The Frangipani homes for rent share a pleasant swimming pool and are very good value holiday rentals.
With its unspoilt beaches, spectacular ocean views, beautiful waterfalls, abundant nature and wildlife, international restaurants and unique shops, Montezuma is a perfect spot for your next holidays in Costa Rica.