Photo of Amarilla Beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Amarilla Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Amarilla Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Amarilla Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Amarilla Beach and the settlement

Photo of Amarilla Beach backed by cliffs

Photo of Amarilla Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

7.4

Good

Amarilla Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Amarilla Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Amarilla Beach.There are 3 restaurants nearby.Espacio Café is the closest place located 2200 meters from the beach.

Playa Amarilla

El Gigante, Nicaragua

#18 out of 29 in Rivas

7.4

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for Sup surfing Good for Surfing

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Located within the settlement

El Gigante • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Cafe Espacio Café

1.5km

Coffee Shop Isa's Arepas Cafe Sport

10 - Exceptional 1.5km

Restaurant The Salty Koala

10 - Exceptional 1.5km

Cafe La Taquería

8.8 - Excellent 2.3km

Restaurant La Boquita

8.6 - Excellent 5.6km

Restaurant La Finca y El Mar

8 - Very good 6.3km

Cafe El Café

10 - Exceptional 6.3km

Restaurant Seaside Resturant

9.2 - Excellent 6.8km

Bar Sabores De Mi Tierra

6.9km

Tourist Attraction Destination Nica Latino America

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Playa Panga Drops

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Playa Duna

3km

Tourist Attraction Turismo Rural Comunitario El Tambo

4km

Tourist Attraction Playa Rosada

5.7km

Tourist Attraction Las pilas ,tola

6.1km

Tourist Attraction Playa Santana

6.3km

Tourist Attraction Finca el Estero

8.2km

Historical Landmark Finca gallito. Gigante #2

1.7km

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About

Amarilla Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 18th place out of 29 beaches in the Rivas region 23.3 km away from its center, the city of Rivas. It is one of the beaches of El Gigante settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Amarilla Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Manzanillo, which has a rating of 8.7.

Amarilla Beach is located in Rivas within El Gigante, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+30 ^o C +26 ^o C

Air temperature

8.5 M/S

Wind

+28 ^o C

Water temperature

1.4 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

El Gigante • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Cafe Espacio Café

1.5km

Coffee Shop Isa's Arepas Cafe Sport

10 - Exceptional 1.5km

Restaurant The Salty Koala

10 - Exceptional 1.5km

Cafe La Taquería

8.8 - Excellent 2.3km

Restaurant La Boquita

8.6 - Excellent 5.6km

Restaurant La Finca y El Mar

8 - Very good 6.3km

Cafe El Café

10 - Exceptional 6.3km

Restaurant Seaside Resturant

9.2 - Excellent 6.8km

Bar Sabores De Mi Tierra

6.9km

Tourist Attraction Destination Nica Latino America

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Playa Panga Drops

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Playa Duna

3km

Tourist Attraction Turismo Rural Comunitario El Tambo

4km

Tourist Attraction Playa Rosada

5.7km

Tourist Attraction Las pilas ,tola

6.1km

Tourist Attraction Playa Santana

6.3km

Tourist Attraction Finca el Estero

8.2km

Historical Landmark Finca gallito. Gigante #2

1.7km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

What to do in Amarilla Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Amarilla Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Amarilla Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

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Nearest Beaches

1.3km 17 min walk

Colorado Beach Colorado Beach

7.8 Very good

1.3km 18 min walk

Gigante Beach Gigante Beach

7.9 Very good

2.1km

Redonda Beach Redonda Beach

7.7 Very good

4.5km

Manzanillo Beach Manzanillo Beach

8.7 Excellent

4.8km

Escondida Beach Escondida Beach

6.8 Good

6.4km

Guacalito Beach Guacalito Beach

7.7 Very good

7.5km

Jiquelite Beach Jiquelite Beach

7.4 Good

10.1km

Ocaso Beach Ocaso Beach

6.7 Good

Localities

Nearest

El Gigante • 1.2km

Main locality of province

Rivas • 23.3km

Transport

Airport

NCR • 41.4km

Bus Station

Sorbeterias La Terminal • 22.9km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.4 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.4 Good

Kellan Brooks

8 Very good

Best ever sunset"

March 2023

Adalyn Gaitan

10 Exceptional

Playa Amarilla is truly amazing and perfect for spending some quality time with your loved ones. Additionally, the beach boasts of golden fine sand which adds to its charm.

March 2023

Elias Rivera

10 Exceptional

I absolutely adore this beach! It's a magnificent location for indulging in some invigorating swimming and thrilling surfing. This beach is located in close proximity to Playa Gigante, and what's more, it's a pristine and immaculate stretch of sand.

March 2023

Silbermann Adamson

10 Exceptional

This beach is fantastic for both swimming and surfing, and it also boasts beautiful golden fine sand.

March 2023

Mark A Sanchez

10 Exceptional

Nice yellow beach

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Amarilla Beach?

The Amarilla Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Amarilla Beach?

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

The Amarilla Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Surfing

Is the Amarilla Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

The waves in the Amarilla Beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Amarilla Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Amarilla Beach 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Amarilla Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Amarilla Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Amarilla Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Amarilla Beach.

There are 3 restaurants nearby.Espacio Café is the closest place located 2200 meters from the beach.

How far is the Amarilla Beach from parking?

The Amarilla Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Amarilla Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Amarilla Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Destination Nica Latino America located in 2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Amarilla Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Amarilla Beach is April. Its average value reaches 33°C. The warmest sea is in May, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is November with air temperature 28°C and water 27°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Amarilla Beach (Rivas) 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.Amarilla Beach (Rivas) 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.