Weekend Wild · Costa Rica

Papagayo Peninsula with kids

Offers luxury family resorts, calm beaches, water activities, and exceptional service in a beautiful setting.

Family activities

  1. Playa Nacascolo

    Playa Nacascolo is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  2. Playa Prieta

    Playa Prieta is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  3. Playa Virador

    Playa Virador is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  4. Playa Panamá

    Playa Panamá is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  5. Playa Hermosa Guanacaste

    Playa Hermosa Guanacaste is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  6. Marina Papagayo

    Marina Papagayo is a rewarding open-air break for play, picnics, views, and an easy reset.

    Parks & Trails · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  7. Papagayo Explorers Club

    Papagayo Explorers Club adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  8. Papagayo Outrigger Canoe Tour

    Papagayo Outrigger Canoe Tour reveals the destination from a fresh angle and keeps the whole family engaged.

    Tours · All ages · Paid

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  9. Papagayo Mangrove Kayaking

    Papagayo Mangrove Kayaking adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  10. Catalina Islands Snorkeling

    Catalina Islands Snorkeling adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  11. Diamante Eco Adventure Park

    Diamante Eco Adventure Park adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  12. Diamante Animal Sanctuary

    Diamante Animal Sanctuary creates an up-close animal experience that feels personal and memorable.

    Animal Encounters · All ages · Paid

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  13. The Congo Trail Canopy Tour

    The Congo Trail Canopy Tour adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  14. Ponderosa Adventure Park

    Ponderosa Adventure Park creates an up-close animal experience that feels personal and memorable.

    Animal Encounters · All ages · Paid

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  15. Africa Mia Safari

    Africa Mia Safari creates an up-close animal experience that feels personal and memorable.

    Animal Encounters · All ages · Paid

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  16. Rincón de la Vieja National Park

    Rincón de la Vieja National Park gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  17. Hacienda Guachipelin Adventure Park

    Hacienda Guachipelin Adventure Park adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  18. Llanos de Cortés Waterfall

    Llanos de Cortés Waterfall gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  19. Palo Verde National Park Boat Tour

    Palo Verde National Park Boat Tour reveals the destination from a fresh angle and keeps the whole family engaged.

    Tours · All ages · Paid

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  20. Santa Rosa National Park

    Santa Rosa National Park gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  21. Guanacaste Conservation Area

    Guanacaste Conservation Area gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  22. Playa Cabuyal

    Playa Cabuyal is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  23. Playa Iguanita Wildlife Refuge

    Playa Iguanita Wildlife Refuge gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  24. El Coco Beach and Boardwalk

    El Coco Beach and Boardwalk is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  25. Playas del Coco Sunset Sail

    Playas del Coco Sunset Sail reveals the destination from a fresh angle and keeps the whole family engaged.

    Tours · All ages · Paid

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  26. Sea Turtle Conservation Tour

    Sea Turtle Conservation Tour creates an up-close animal experience that feels personal and memorable.

    Animal Encounters · All ages · Paid

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  27. Guanacaste Cultural Tour

    Guanacaste Cultural Tour immerses families in the character and living culture of the destination.

    Cultural Attractions · All ages · Paid

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  28. Museo de Guanacaste

    Museo de Guanacaste turns local history, art, or remarkable objects into a vivid family experience.

    Museums · All ages · Paid

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  29. La Agonía Church

    La Agonía Church makes history tangible through a place families can explore together.

    Historical Sites · All ages · Paid

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  30. Hidden Garden Art Gallery

    Hidden Garden Art Gallery turns local history, art, or remarkable objects into a vivid family experience.

    Museums · All ages · Paid

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