Playa Ocotal Review

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Playa Ocotal

Fodor's Review:

One of the most dramatic beaches in the country, this serene crescent is ringed by rocky cliffs. The sparkling, clean turquoise water contrasts with the black sand. It's only 1/3-mi long, but the vistas are endless, with offshore islands and the jagged profile of the Santa Elena Peninsula 21 mi away. Right at the entrance to the Gulf of Papagayo, it's a good place for sportfishing enthusiasts to hole up between excursions. There's good diving at Las Corridas, just 1 km (½ mi) away, and excellent snorkeling in nearby coves and islands, as well as right off the beach around the rocks at the east end of the beach.

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