If you ache for the food of the northern peninsula of Costa Rica, but dream of the beaches of the south, look no further than Playa del Coco. Playa del Coco is not only the most accessible beach on the northern peninsula but it is also one of the hottest party spots nearly every weekend of the year. Many travellers make the mistake of skipping Coco for the southern beaches, missing out on the abundant and undisturbed scuba diving and snorkelling opportunities available. It is also a base-camp for surfers going to Witch Rock and Ollie’s Point.