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Staying Active in Guanacaste

Welcome to Playas del Coco and Coco Bay Estates, located near the stunning Guanacaste coastline of Costa Rica.

If you’re a traveler who hungers for adventure and relishes staying active in Costa Rica, you’re in for an exhilarating experience. In this blog, we’ll share how you can keep your body in motion and your heart aglow while exploring the wonders of Costa Rica.

 

1. The Club at Coco Bay

The Club at Coco Bay offers a place to not only exercise and stay in shape but also a community where you can create connections with people around the globe.

Join us on the Pickleball courts, where you’ll find a ton of energy and fun in our drop-in sessions, clinics, and open play.

Are you a Tennis fan? Come participate in our fast-paced tennis clinics that promise to sharpen your skills and keep you moving.

Immerse yourself in an Aqua Fit session in our beautiful 33-meter tropical pool. You’ll find it both challenging and stimulating.

Our gym is at your service for those who prefer a more personalized fitness experience. You can request a dedicated instructor to accompany you on your quest toward your fitness goals.

 

Surfing 

Playas del Coco is Costa Rica’s top location to depart by boat to the World Famous Witches Rock and Ollie’s Point surf spots. This area is a surfer’s dream come true. Whether you’re a pro or starting, you’ll find the perfect waves and beautiful clear water. Several guides offer surfboards and lessons, and the warm waters of the Pacific Ocean cater to surfers of all levels.

 

Snorkeling 

Everyone who comes to Costa Rica needs to see Costa Rica from the ocean. One of the best places in the world to be an open-waters adventurer. How about a day tour along the Peninsula of Papagayo? This is the perfect tour for exploration; it will let you discover the world from a whole new perspective. You’ll have the chance to see marine life like dolphins, turtles, whales, rays and more! if you go beach hopping, you can usually see monkeys and all types of birds. We recommend booking with Captain Zodiac since they offer different tour options: Stand-Up Paddle Board, Beach Hopping, Snorkeling, and Sunset Tours.

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Ziplining

Did you know that Guanacaste is known for featuring one of Latin America’s longest ocean-view zip lines?

At Diamante Eco Adventure Park, you can ride this zip line and have the most extended ride times in the country. You can also enjoy horseback riding ATVs and see rescue animals indigenous to Costa Rica, like jaguars, monkeys, sloths, toucans, and so many more.

You can also enjoy their Cultural Experience Tour, where you learn how to make coffee, cacao, sugar cane, and convenient beach access for kayaking, paddle boarding, or snorkeling.

But, this Adventure Park has perhaps the most impressive attraction in the area:

The Superman Zip Line, stretching for a remarkable one mile, is considered Costa Rica’s lengthiest ocean-view zip line. Get to know genuine excitement! They have several additional lines and a hanging bridge over crocodiles.

 

Step into Nature

To explore authentic Costa Rican experiences, you must visit Vandará. This place is located in the slopes of the Rincón de la Vieja Volcano and offers all kinds of adventures to find a reconnection with nature: thermal hot springs, hiking trails, mud bath, horseback riding, canopy. And also, you can learn about Authentic Costa Rican Traditions at the “Trapiche”, while meeting our outstanding: Caramelo, The Ox. 

Surrounded by the best natural landscapes and an ample variety of activities in Guanacaste, Playas del Coco is a haven for nature and wildlife enthusiasts National parks like Rincon de la Vieja and Santa Rosa are just a day trip away, offering guided tours that allow you to discover exotic wildlife, hike to breathtaking waterfalls, and explore volcanic craters.

We hope you enjoy your time in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, a place where the Pura Vida, takes full meaning and becomes a mantra to live by.