What is the water and sand quality of the Punta Uva beach?

The Punta Uva beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Punta Uva beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Punta Uva beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.The Punta Uva beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Snorkeling </li><li>Diving</li></ul>Activities available on the ground:<ul><li>Beach volleyball </li><li>Football (nearby)</li></ul>

Is the Punta Uva beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.Punta Uva beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.So the overall recommendation of the Punta Uva beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Punta Uva beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Punta Uva beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Punta Uva beach?

The bar is located right on the Punta Uva beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurant Kasha is the closest place located 2100 meters from the beach.

How far is the Punta Uva beach from parking?

The Punta Uva beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Punta Uva beach?

There are 4 attractions near Punta Uva beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Kayaks Punta Uva located in 0.3 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Punta Uva beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Punta Uva beach is March. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 20°C. The coldest month is October with air temperature 22°C and water 18°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

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Punta Uva beach

Punta Uva, Costa Rica

8.1

#40 out of 233 in Playa Chiquita 3

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for Snorkeling Good for Kayaking

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Located within the settlement

Playa Chiquita • 0.9 km

Map of beach

Playground Playa punta mona

2.3km

Park Rincón de playa

830m

Park Beach spot

1.4km

Park Wild Ginger Herbal Center

2.1km

Park Refugio Nacional Gandoca-Manzanillo

2.6km

Hiking Area Mirador Manzanillo

3.1km

Park Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Gandoca - Manzanillo

3.3km

Park Manzanillo tip

3.3km

Hiking Area Artem’s Happy Place #1

4.6km

Restaurant Moca Beach Restaurant

8 - Very good 740m

Restaurant La Casita

1.4km

Restaurant Restaurant Kasha

6.8 - Good 1.5km

Bar Sloth Bar

10 - Exceptional 1.9km

Bar Natural Bar

1.9km

Restaurant Señor Pargo

9.6 - Exceptional 1.9km

Restaurant Cool & Calm Cafe

8.6 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant Mista Cook

9.4 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant Cocoloba Café-Restaurante

8.6 - Excellent 1.9km

Supermarket Mini Super Más Por Menos

1.9km

Supermarket Mini Súper Las Veraneras

1.9km

Bakery Tambie's Bro Panadería

10 - Exceptional 1.9km

Supermarket Minimarket

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Kayaks Punta Uva

9 - Excellent 60m

Tourist Attraction Arrecifes

60m

Tourist Attraction Playa Punta Uva

60m

Tourist Attraction Cueva Punta Uva

180m

Tourist Attraction Ara Manzanillo

890m

Tourist Attraction Ride The Rainforest Costa Rica

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Monkey Point Tours

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Jaguar Rescue Center

9.4 - Excellent 2.6km

Tourist Attraction The Amazing Treehouse and Nature Observatorio in Manzanillo, Limon, Costa Rica

2.7km

Historical Landmark Yicel shipwreck

1.6km

Historical Landmark Isla Punta Mona

6.7km

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About

Punta Uva beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 40th place out of 233 beaches in the Costa Rica region 155.3 km away from its center, the city of San Jose. It is one of the beaches of Playa Chiquita settlement, just 0.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+23 ^o C +17 ^o C

Air temperature

1.9 M/S

Wind

+18 ^o C

Water temperature

0 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Playa Chiquita • 0.9 km

Map of beach

Playground Playa punta mona

2.3km

Park Rincón de playa

830m

Park Beach spot

1.4km

Park Wild Ginger Herbal Center

2.1km

Park Refugio Nacional Gandoca-Manzanillo

2.6km

Hiking Area Mirador Manzanillo

3.1km

Park Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Gandoca - Manzanillo

3.3km

Park Manzanillo tip

3.3km

Hiking Area Artem’s Happy Place #1

4.6km

Restaurant Moca Beach Restaurant

8 - Very good 740m

Restaurant La Casita

1.4km

Restaurant Restaurant Kasha

6.8 - Good 1.5km

Bar Sloth Bar

10 - Exceptional 1.9km

Bar Natural Bar

1.9km

Restaurant Señor Pargo

9.6 - Exceptional 1.9km

Restaurant Cool & Calm Cafe

8.6 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant Mista Cook

9.4 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant Cocoloba Café-Restaurante

8.6 - Excellent 1.9km

Supermarket Mini Super Más Por Menos

1.9km

Supermarket Mini Súper Las Veraneras

1.9km

Bakery Tambie's Bro Panadería

10 - Exceptional 1.9km

Supermarket Minimarket

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Kayaks Punta Uva

9 - Excellent 60m

Tourist Attraction Arrecifes

60m

Tourist Attraction Playa Punta Uva

60m

Tourist Attraction Cueva Punta Uva

180m

Tourist Attraction Ara Manzanillo

890m

Tourist Attraction Ride The Rainforest Costa Rica

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Monkey Point Tours

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Jaguar Rescue Center

9.4 - Excellent 2.6km

Tourist Attraction The Amazing Treehouse and Nature Observatorio in Manzanillo, Limon, Costa Rica

2.7km

Historical Landmark Yicel shipwreck

1.6km

Historical Landmark Isla Punta Mona

6.7km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

930m 12 min walk

Punta Uva II beach

8.7 Excellent

1.5km 20 min walk

Chiquita beach

7.4 Good

2.5km

Escondida beach

7.9 Very good

3.2km

Manzanillo beach

7.2 Good

3.8km

Cocles beach

8.1 Very good

5.2km

Punta de Vista beach

7.4 Good

6.6km

Puerto Viejo beach

7.1 Good

8.7km

Playa Negra II

7.2 Good

Localities

Nearest

Playa Chiquita • 960m

Main locality of province

San Jose • 155.3km

Transport

Airport

CHX • 27.9km

Bus Station

Autotransportes Mepe Bus Stop • 7km

Train Station

Estación de Trenes INCOFER • 54.1km

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8.1 Very good

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Patrick Dunlop

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Beautiful beach, definitely the beach to hit if you're looking for a place to camp out on. Beach front parking, you can find your own secluded spot, and the sand is some of the best sand I've felt under my toes! You will certainly not be disappointed with this beach! If you are looking for a place to hang out for the day, that is more private and secluded, this beach is your ticket. It'll be hard to find any locals selling goods, food will require you to either run a few min back into town, or plan to bring something prepared or to cook.

Megan Hanks

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Ended up being our favorite place. Small hike for a beautiful view, or chill on the beach. Kayak rentals. Amazinggggg

Brandin Devonn

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Absolutely beautiful, one of the best beaches I’ve been in my life. Super peaceful, no vendors and minimal other tourists 🤣

Brandon Johnson

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

One of the best beaches in that part of Costa Rica. Get there before 10am and you have one of the first picks to back your car right up under some trees on the beach and set up camp. The pretty white fluffy sand and the pretty clear turquoise water that is fairly calm for snorkeling.

Anne-Julie Dudemaine

Novice Beachgoer

8 Very good

Very nice spot. The beach is beautiful and the water was clear ! There’s also a small river on the side if you’re not fan of the waves. Easy to find a spot in the shade too.