Gulf of Nicoya

The Gulf of Nicoya (Golfo de Nicoya) is an inlet of the Pacific Ocean. It separates the Nicoya Peninsula from the mainland of Costa Rica, and encompasses a marine and coastal landscape of wetlands, rocky islands and cliffs.

The first Spanish landing in Nicaragua took place here in 1519.

Islands

 * Chira Island
 * Venado Island
 * Isla Caballo
 * Isla Bejuco
 * Isla San Lucas
 * Isla Gitana
 * Tortuga Island, Costa Rica