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| Base | Why it feels easy | Short transfer from |
|---|---|---|
| Playas del Coco | About 30 min from Liberia airport (OSRM estimate, Nov 5 2026) | LIR |
| Sámara | Calm bay, walkable village | LIR (about 2 h) |
| Nosara | Low-rise, quiet beaches | LIR |
| La Fortuna | Many tours pick up in town | SJO |
| Puerto Viejo | Bike-friendly Caribbean town | SJO (long drive) |
Travel-time estimates: see Map Costa Rica routes.