A true "tico" (Costa Rican) experience is by the river mouth. Finding this beach is not so easy but well worth your effort. It is the most remote beach with vehicle accessibility on a rough road to the river mouth or simply walking. This vigorous walk is a perfect workout and those adventurous enough will be well rewarded. It's highly recommended and the only place to observe the local fishermen, using ancient fishing techniques. Fishing is at its best on the incoming tide, when fish like snook and sea bass wait for river shrimp and other estuary life to feed on.



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Large oval fishing nets are thrown at the mouth of the river to trap the shrimp. A small weight attacked to a fishing line wrapped around a wooden board is also an effective fishing technique and often produces enough fish to feed the fisherman and his family.

At low tide you can wade across the river to Playa Nosara. Crossing at high tide is advised only if you enjoy getting wet. Watch your step; the shallow water can be deceiving with its slippery rocks. This is a great place for river canoeing and the best opportunity to see a variety of birds and other wildlife. Like the rest of Nosara beaches, the waves here can get good and it's always worthwhile checking out.