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Activities & Experiences in Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
Signature Activities & Resort Amenities
At Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve located in the heart of Peninsula Papagayo, guests can enjoy a multitude of activities. Explore nature with guided hikes and wildlife tours carefully curated by Papagayo Explorers or challenge yourself at The Outpost; surf the waves with the female-led team at SurfX; just adjacent to the resort, play the 18-hole par-72 Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course or a game of tennis or pickleball. Additional experiences include water sports, whale watching, sunset cruises, or charter fishing, mountain biking or jeep tours, and a myriad of other adventures in Costa Rica’s stunning landscape. Within minutes of the resort, explore the UNESCO Guanacaste World Heritage Site.
Camp Nekajui
Curated for young explorers, Camp Nekajui invites children ages 4–12 into a vibrant world of creativity, nature, and imagination. Inspired by Peninsula Papagayo’s biodiversity, daily activities include nature walks, sensory play, arts and crafts, and science experiments—all guided by expert counselors. While kids discover and connect, parents enjoy the reserve knowing their little ones are engaged, cared for, and inspired. Hours of operation: Daily 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Naku Spa & Wellness
Our luxury spa invites guests to connect with the natural rhythms of our hotel spa in Costa Rica. Featuring hydrotherapy pools, a movement studio, & luxurious ocean-facing treatment villas, provides personalized treatments and earth-inspired rituals
Services,Treatments and Amenities
Ayurvedic Treatment
Body Scrub
Body Wrap
Couples Massages
Facials
Fitness Classes
Fitness Counseling Services
Foot Bath
In-Suite Massages
Instructions in the art of massage
Lap Pool
Makeup Services
Manicures/Pedicures
Massages
Men's Services
Plunge Pool
Scalp & Hair Treatment
Separate Men & Women's Lounges
Steam Room
Therapy Bath
Fitness Center
Indoor & outdoor fitness facilities with modern design and views of Playa Pochote.
Facilities Available
Locker rooms
Sauna rooms
Steam Rooms
Equipment Available
Cardiovascular Equipment
Elliptical Machine(s)
Exercise Bike(s)
Free Weights
Rowing Machine(s)
Stair Climber(s)
Strength Equipment
Treadmill(s)
Weight Machines
Swimming
Infinity Pool
Mon-Sun : 8:00 AM-10:00 PM
Terrace Pool
Mon-Sun : 8:00 AM-10:00 PM
Niri Beach Club
Mon-Sun : 8:00 AM-10:00 PM
Whirlpool
Infinity Pool
Outdoor
Towels provided
Terrace Pool
Outdoor
Towels provided
Niri Beach Club
Outdoor
Towels provided
Whirlpool
Discover Papagayo Park: Where Adventure Meets Community
Papagayo Park is the ultimate destination for active living and family fun at Peninsula Papagayo. From tennis, pickleball, and padel courts to a lap pool and a first-of-its-kind pump track, the park offers endless ways to move and play. Kids will love the splash pad and playground, while creatives can explore their passions in the Art Studio. With a dog park, basketball court, and Espira Shala for wellness and starlit gatherings, plus dining at Patio Social and sweet treats at Cono Loco, Papagayo Park is your vibrant hub for connection and unforgettable experiences.
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The Ultimate Golf Getaway
Indulge in the ultimate eco-golf experience at the 18-hole, par-72 Arnold Palmer Signature golf course at Peninsula Papagayo. Enjoy stunning views of white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and lush seashore paspalum turf as the course winds through forests, valleys, and seacliffs. The beauty of the surroundings and the chatter of white-faced monkeys in the trees make every game unforgettable.
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Racquet Sports in the Tropics
Peninsula Papagayo offers a dynamic racquet sports program across a variety of state-of-the-art facilities, including 8 tennis courts, 6 pickleball courts and 2 padel courts. Four Har-Tru clay surface tennis courts are located immediately adjacent to Nekajui, while four Rebound Ace hard surface tennis courts, six pickleball courts and two padel courts are just a short drive away at Papagayo Park. Guests can reserve a court time, join weekly clinics, or book private lessons tailored to their skill level. All lessons and court reservations include complimentary equipment rentals, making it easy for players of every age and ability to get on the court and play.
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The Papagayo Explorers program offers guests the opportunity to discover and immerse in Costa Rica’s natural beauty through curated outdoor pursuits on land, water, and all the way up in the tree canopy. Explore one of the world’s last remaining tropical dry forests at The Outpost, set within the 250-acre protected Palmares Preserve. Spanning three different ecosystems in less than a square mile, The Outpost is the place to go in search of amazing wildlife encounters, ziplining and aerial trekking, off-roading, mountain biking, wilderness hikes, bird watching and more.
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Peninsula Papagayo offers thrilling land and sea adventures, from lush hikes to marine explorations. From discovering Costa Rica's natural beauty with Papagayo Explorers to taking personalized surf lessons with expert coaches at SurfX, Peninsula Papagayo offers thrilling land and sea adventures for everyone. These one-of-a-kind experiences will leave you feeling empowered, exhilarated, and more connected to the ocean and nature than ever before.
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Parque Nacional Volcán Rincón de la Vieja
Hike scenic trails to beautiful waterfalls, float down the river on an inner tube, horseback ride, zip-line or soak in the hot springs and cleanse with volcanic mud.
Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal
This scenic volcano and the surrounding areas offer breathtaking views, a variety of nature to experience, adventure activities and relaxing hot springs.
Marina Papagayo
Marina Papagayo offers 180 fully serviced berths for yachts up to 250 feet LOA. Each complimented by a wide range of services and amenities.
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
One of Costa Rica’s most unique environments, rising to 4,662 feet (1,440 meters) above sea level, you will find a tropical forest unlike any other in Costa Rica.
Santa Rosa National Park
Set in the far northwest corner of Costa Rica, Santa Rosa has pristine, remote beaches and is fantastic for birding, surfing, and watching sea turtles nesting.
SurfX
Discover your rhythm in the waves with SurfX, an exclusive, co-created surf program guided by world-class coaches and instructors.
Local Attractions
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve offers a complimentary fitness center to hotel guests during their stay.
The fitness center includes equipment such as Cardiovascular Equipment, Elliptical Machine(s), Exercise Bike(s), Free Weights, Rowing Machine(s), Stair Climber(s), Strength Equipment, Treadmill(s), and Weight Machines, making it suitable for both quick workouts and full training sessions.
Yes, Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve has multiple pools on-site for hotel guests:
Yes, Naku Spa & Wellness is located on-site at Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. Click here to book a service now.
Parque Nacional Volcán Rincón de la Vieja, Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Santa Rosa National Park, SurfX and more are nearby Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve.
