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Malpais is a very rustic and laid back beach located in Costa Rica’s northern pacific coast, specifically on the Nicoya Peninsula’s southern tip.

Malpais is popular for its perfect surfing conditions as well as the most spectacular sunsets ever seen. Due to the region’s subtropical vegetation, Malpais attracts hundreds of tourists as well as biology and ecology students from around the world.

The area offers a wide variety of lodging which range from the old school cabinas to the low budget, yet clean accommodations. Malpais, as well as its surrounding beaches, are inhabited by Europeans, North Americans, Rastafarians as well as locals thus making it a very interesting and culturally rich experience.

Several national parks are in the area and provide an exciting and educational experience for those interested in the local history as well as flora and fauna. The Cabo Blanco National Park is at just 3 kilometers south from Malpais.

The beach is perfect for carrying out several activities such as surfing, snorkeling, diving, sport fishing as well as mountain biking or even renting an ATV.

Malpais still keeps the traditional Costa Rican laid back atmosphere which makes any tourist feel welcome and at home.

If you want to discover Malpais, you shouldn’t have a problem finding a Costa Rican Hotel in the area.