The Mal Pais/Santa Teresa area boasts some of the best quality and consistent waves in the world. Swells hit this area year-round and because of the quantity of waves, it is not unusual to find your own private peak.
... When you decide to visit, chances are that you will get fun, if not classic, surf. From point breaks to beach breaks, there is a wave suitable for every level of surfer. The most consistent breaks are found at Playa Carmen, and Playa Santa Teresa, a five-minute drive to the north. Carmen breaks best at higher tide and Santa Teresa breaks best at a lower tide. On most days, one of the two beaches will provide surf with glassy conditions and that does not include the nearby point breaks. This area is so unique because on any given day it is possible to log more quality surfing hours compared to any other place in Costa Rica.

For those fishermen or those who would like to experience great fishing, a fishing tour in Mal Pais is worthwhile. Pelagic fish are often found close to shore, as the sea bottom drops within a few nautical miles to over 1,000 meters deep.
... The most common fish one can expect to catch are mahi-mahi, yellow-fin tuna, rooster fish, spanish mackerel, and rainbow runners. If you decide to bring your own equipment and want a break from trolling, the beaches offer many opportunities to catch other varieties of fish such as snook. Numerous rock outcroppings jut out from the beach that provide many nooks and crannies which are excellent for fishing. You will find world-class fishing at an economical price compared to many places around the world!

Enjoy the beaches and wildlife on the back of a horse. The tour guide will show you tracks, you would never discover alone.
... The 'noiseless' transportation affords to see shy animals in the forest or brings you to the top of the hills to get the great view of the whole cost line. Once a month you can enter the full moon trip under a starlit sky.

Cabo Blanco is a national park located just ten minutes from Beija Flor. It protects an extremely important mix of evergreen and deciduous tropical forest and is the home to many rare and threatened wildlife species including the curassow, crested iguana, brocket deer, and jaguars. Other commonly seen species are white faced and howler monkeys, red squirrels, raccoons, kinkajous, and an abundance of birds. It is recommended that you hike the trails early in the morning to have the best chances of spotting the wildlife.

Curu is another ecological gem offering excellent bird and wildlife watching opportunities. It has a good network of trails, sand beaches fringed by palm trees, rocky headlands, and tide pools. This park offers daily admission or visitors can stay the night in a cabin and wake up in the jungle.

Tortuga is a tiny tropical island in the Gulf of Nicoya. It offers extremely beautiful landscapes, abundant wildlife, and great snorkeling. If you can imagine Gilligan’s Island, you can imagine Isla Tortuga. Snorkeling tours to the island leave from Montezuma. If you leave from Montezuma, prices are about $55US per person including gear.

The town of Montezuma is located about thirty minutes from Santa Teresa. It is a wonderful combination of jungle, ocean, and freshwater. There are a series of three waterfalls that are all interconnected To reach them you must hike through the jungle along a river (a fifteen minute walk). The natural pool at the base of the waterfall is a refreshing and safe place for swimming. For a once in a lifetime thrill, jump off the second and third waterfalls which are forty feet and ten feet respectively.

There are three main bars in town, each with a unique ambiance and great for people watching: Mar Azul, Mal Pais Surf Camp, and Tabu. Mar Azul is situated right on the beach and is very popular on Friday nights, which is reggae night. It is set up in a picturesque location with a natural sand dance floor/DJ area. On Wednesdays, you will find the best party at Mal Pais Surf Camp which has either live music or a DJ and a mechanical bull for the brave partiers. They offer great grilled chicken if you get the late night munchies. Tabu offers ladies night on Tuesdays which offers free drinks for ladies and an open tropical setting on the beach. Wherever you decide to go, be on the lookout for famous supermodels and celebrities who often appear for a wild night of dancing on tables and fresh music. Gweneth Paltrow, Leonardo DeCaprio, Matthew McConaughey and Gisele Bundchen, among others, have all been spotted blowing off steam in the area.