Papagayo
Papagayo
- Route Duration From/ to San Jose
- Airports in Papagayo
- Liberia Airport
- Helipads> Papagayo Peninsula
- Playa Hermosa
- Top Destinations from Papagayo
Sunshine and nature are the stars of the halcyon Papagayo Peninsula in the northern Pacific coastal area of Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
Located in northwestern Guanacaste, Papagayo refers to the peninsula and gulf that give the area its name; it’s renowned for being a secluded and luxurious resort destination.
The unspoiled dry tropical forests and the peninsula’s aquamarine waters are ideal for nature lovers, surfers, scuba divers, anglers, and beachcombers.
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Papagayo is the jumping-off point for several national and marine parks and the Tenorio and Rincón de la Vieja volcanoes.
Fly into Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Liberia for the trip to your hotel.
Papagayo can also be accessed by helicopter directly to any of the luxurious hotels in the Papagayo Peninsula. If you prefer airplanes, you can use the Liberia Airport for private flights to visit any part of the country during your stay in Papagayo.
Places to stay in and around the Papagayo Peninsula in Costa Rica:
Considered an up-market destination, the hoteliers tend to cater to mid or high-end visitors:
Adults-only, Secrets Papagayo is a beachfront resort set in lush tropical gardens that belies its 200+ rooms and suites to give guests an intimate and romantic atmosphere.
Also on the Gulf of Papagayo’s shoreline, the Andaz Peninsula Papagayo highlights the spirit of native peoples who follow the pure Vida philosophy of Costa Rica. Peninsula Papagayo takes its inspiration from nature for a laid-back atmosphere.
Mangroove Resort Papagayo, on the Gulf of Papagayo, puts its focus on a natural beach lifestyle in a sleek architectural design of private suites and rooms. On 17 acres, la Pura Vida is alive and well in this dramatic Guanacaste dry tropical landscape. The resort has 160 yards of beachfront.
The Four Seasons Costa Rica at the Papagayo Peninsula overlooks the Pacific from its lofty hillside location. A hallmark of luxury, the accommodations here blend indigenous art, native woods, and natural elements to enhance the effects of light, texture, and spaciousness. For added convenience, you can helo into the Four Seasons’ private helipad.
The popular Dive Bar offers a full menu of seafood, Costa Rican, and Central American dishes. Mid-range prices also offer vegetarian-friendly and gluten-free options for lunch and dinner.
Enjoy the sunset with drinks at the 5-star Maracuyá Beach Club and stay on for dinner. Also serving lunch, the Maracuyá serves seafood, barbecue, American, and fusion meals, as well as vegan options for the discerning diner.
Poro Poro Restaurant sits at the tip of the Papagayo Peninsula and serves meals to delight any gourmand. The beautifully-designed open-air ambiance and atmosphere rival any in Costa Rica for lunch or dinner.
Kaixo, on Playas del Coco, offers a varied menu of Basque and Costa Rican meals, all fresh and homemade products. Open for breakfast, European brunch, lunch, and dinner, you can try the tapas with a Costa Rican flare.
From Papagayo, we recommend taking VIP helicopter tours to Arenal or Rincón de la Vieja. Enjoy in one day a helicopter tour, hot springs, and adventure activities with our helicopter tours.
National parks and reserves include Santa Rosa National Park, which protects a small remnant of the world’s last tropical dry forest. The small stand of oaks near the entrance to Comelco Ranch suggests the park’s original habitat.
One of the best national parks in Guanacaste is Rincón de la Vieja. Its location and size offer access from the Caribbean and Pacific sides of the Cordillera de Guanacaste. The drier Guanacaste side contrasts with the lush vegetation on the volcano’s eastern slope.
Marino las Baulas de Guanacaste National Park is a vital leatherback (baulas) sea turtle nesting site. The sea turtles come ashore from November to April to nest at Playa Grande on the Norther Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. If you do make it to the area for this fascinating display of nature at her finest, please do be respectful of the animals and always work with one of the local guides or organizations.
Explore the local beaches, at the top of the list is Playa Nacascolo. A stunning and tree-lined broad beach, it has crystal clear waters and no waves. Another idyllic beach is black-sand Playa Manzanillo, with views of Playa Iguanitas, Playa Panama, Playa Hermosa, and Penca, which are on the other side of the gulf.
Naturally, water sports are popular at Papagayo. Sea lovers can enjoy a fun day of leisurely beachcombing, kayaking, snorkeling, jet-skiing, stand-up paddleboarding, body-surfing, or boogie boarding—not to mention surfing.
If you can’t bring your board, you can easily rent one from any number of local surfboard rental companies. Never caught a wave before? Lessons and surf pros to teach them are also plentiful.
Remember, most Costa Rica beaches are not swimming beaches. Always use some kind of floatation device when you’re out on the waters.
Sailing and parasailing round out the offerings.
For more organized activities, canopy tours, guided hikes, and day tours to Barra Honda National Park (caving) are available in abundance.
A day trip to colonial Granada in nearby Nicaragua will take you farther afield, but still a very do-able day trip.
Finally, you and your group might want to try your hand at sport fishing in some of the best sport fishing grounds in the world.
With Adventure Air you can coordinate your exclusive vacation and transfers by helicopter or private airplane to these areas and many others.
Our experts will recommend the best place to land. In addition to the best places to land, we can also set you up with the most exclusive tours and the best hotels, as well as will provide you with assistance throughout the reservation process y throughout your stay.
