Playa Coyotera

Playa Coyotera is a protected bay located on Costa Rica's Caribbean coast, facing northwest toward the water. The spot is sheltered by forested headlands on both sides, creating a semi-enclosed body of water with moderate wave development. The bay features sandy beaches backed by dense vegetation and scattered residential development. Water conditions are typically choppy due to the shallow, confined nature of the anchorage. Best wind conditions occur with northeast winds (60°), which provide side-shore orientation parallel to the main beach. The low average wind reliability of 40.6% and modest wave height of 0.72m make this suitable primarily for beginner-level kiters seeking protected, flat-water conditions. The shallow bay and nearby residential areas mean session planning around local boat traffic is advisable. Water temperatures around 27.7°C are warm year-round. This spot excels for learning in controlled conditions rather than progression or wave riding.