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Playa de Estero Rico

Good for Relax

6.6

/ 10 Good

#13 out of 18
in Chiriqui

About

Playa de Estero Rico is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 13th place out of 18 beaches in the Chiriqui region 29.1 km away from its center, the city of David. It is one of the beaches of Alto de la Playa settlement, just 6.3 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and brown sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Playa de Estero Rico coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road.

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Historical

+24 ^oC +18 ^oC

Air temperature

1.7 M/S

Wind

+20 ^oC

Water temperature

0 M

Wave height

Alto de la Playa, Chiriqui,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Excellent

8.5/10

Cover

Tolerable

5.3/10

Cleanliness

Frustrating

4/10

Amenities

0/10

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Playa de Estero Rico (Chiriqui) is located outside the Alto de la Playa settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Playa de Estero Rico with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

User reviews

"The beach is absolutely gorgeous and evokes a lot of nostalgia. I visited it when I was only 7 years old, and now, at 64, it still holds a special place in my heart. Additionally, the beach has unique brown sand that adds to its charm."

Selena Martinez

"The beach is absolutely stunning! I couldn't help but wish I could stay there forever."

Zyra Nieves

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"The beach is absolutely stunning! I couldn't help but wish I could stay there forever."

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Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

AML• 22.5km
Panafron• 21.2km

Localities

Alto de la Playa• 6.3km
David• 29.1km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Playa de Estero Rico?

The coastline of Playa de Estero Rico is covered with brown sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Playa de Estero Rico?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa de Estero Rico, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Playa de Estero Rico good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.

Playa de Estero Rico does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Playa de Estero Rico good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Playa de Estero Rico secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. 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 Playa de Estero Rico?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa de Estero Rico.

How far is the Playa de Estero Rico from parking?

The Playa de Estero Rico has no parking spot.

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa de Estero Rico?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa de Estero Rico 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. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa de Estero Rico (Chiriqui) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Playa de Estero Rico (Chiriqui) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.