Calendar
Papagayo is always paradise, but we have a soft spot for midsummer splendor and the magic of veranillo.
It’s my turn to extend the same level of warmth, care and welcome that I received from each one of you when I joined this remarkable world apart—a community of thinkers, seekers and travelers who find inspiration in nature, a luxury lifestyle and an authentic sense of belonging.
Peninsula Papagayo is truly a canvas ready to be filled with amazing experiences and memories. Well, sleeves up—summer is here—so let’s get started! It’s time to make meaningful connections with nature, fellow members, art and culture. Try new and exhilarating things. And indulge in new outings—like mountain biking in the wild and curated cookouts—that can only be accessed through the Club.
While the world has changed, our mission hasn’t: to deliver extraordinary experiences that redefine the next generation of private clubs.
So bring your family and gather your friends. Escape to stir your spirit and awaken your inner adventurer. Or simply come for the wild-open spaces and warm Tico smiles you know and love. Your Club apart awaits!
Manuel de Juan
Director of Member Services
Weekly Calendar
Special Events
Due to their unique nature, some of our special events have associated costs. All require advance reservations to maintain limited capacity for the safety of our staff and guests. For more information or to RSVP, please email concierge@peninsulapapagayo.com or use the member portal at www.clubmembers.peninsulapapagayo.com.
NEW! YOUNG EXPLORERS
Every Tuesday – Saturday | Times Vary | Different Locations
A brand-new, outbound camp experience launched with our own Papagayo Explorers, Young Explorers empowers campers to reinvent themselves in one of nature’s most amazing stomping grounds. Weekly, YE will host two 3-hour excursions (one morning, one afternoon) for each camp cohort: tweens (ages 8-12) and teens (ages 13-16). From epic surf days to adrenaline-fueled survival with new friends, every day is the chance to do something cool and completely different.
PAPAGAYO WONDERS
Every Thursday | 9:30am–11:30am | Kids Club
Discover all the wonders of Papagayo behind the scenes. From hands-on exploration at the fire station and paramedics to fun-filled nature walks in our favorite peninsula locations, kids get to make friends and meet the people (and critters) that create community.
MINI EXPLORERS
Every Monday | 9:30am–11:30am | Kids Club
Bring your Mini Explorers (ages 4-12) to join our expert Papagayo Explorers and mini friends for a fun, new nature topic every week. Whether it’s studying the birds of Papagayo, discovering the secrets of our micro-world, survival techniques or all about insects, the unspoiled outdoors makes the best playground.
WHALE WATCHING
Date and Time Based on Conditions | Marina Papagayo
Summertime in the Golfo de Papagayo welcomes some of the peninsula’s favorite visitors—humpback whales. Join us as they make the journey down from Antarctica to mate, give birth and raise their young in the waters right in our backyard. Our Whale Watch Patrol will keep an eye on the waters to let you know when to set up an outing.
NEW! S’MORES BAR
Fridays, July 9 & 23 | 4:30pm | Manglar
Join us for a classic marshmallow roast with your own individual, artisanal kit at our S’mores Bar. Then fire up the fun even more with face painting.
GLOBAL WELLNESS DAY
Saturday, June 12 | 9:00am (All Day) | Different Locations
Celebrate Global Wellness Day (GWD)—an international social project dedicated to living well—with special activities to boost your well-being, including antigravity fitness, healthy breakfast, outrigger canoe exploration and sunset yoga.
8:00am: BogaFit at the pool
9:00am: Yoga at Manglar
10:00am: AntiGravity at Manglar & HIIT at Playa Prieta
10:00am: Smoothies & Green Juices at Surf Bar
12:00pm: Lunch Special at Olas
4:00pm: Hike at Prieta stairs
4:00pm: Massages at the deck
5:00pm: Sunset yoga & meditation at Playa Prieta
MARINA COOKOUT
Saturdays, June 19, July 17 & August 14 | 5:00pm | Marina Market
Savor an oceanfront outdoor cookout, featuring alfresco dining and a selection of craft brews for sampling beside our boat-filled harbor. Our guest DJ adds a fun vibe to this popular venue.
NEW! FAMILY RALLY 2021
Friday, June 25 | 10:00am | Prieta Beach
Get ready for fun! Our new Family Rally at Prieta is the perfect opportunity to kick off your team spirit with a paddleboard competition, sack races, sandcastle contest and much more. Be part of the first edition and vie for the Prieta Cup 2021 trophy.
BARISTA ACADEMY
Friday, August 20th | 6:00pm | Clubhouse at Prieta Beach
Join our expert barista as you journey through what many consider the world’s finest coffee—a vital chapter in Costa Rica’s history. Taste local beans, learn to brew the Costa Rican way and get coffee-making tips.
NEW! WELLNESS-IN-NATURE PROGRAM
Sundays, June 27 & July 18 | All Day | Different Location Every Month
Explore a variety of creative experiences focused on personal growth, from yoga and meditation to dance and hikes. Each month, you’ll immerse in one of Guanacaste’s most magical places to reconnect with yourself in mind, body and soul.
June 27: The Peninsula
Start with yoga at Prieta, then hike through Palmares and, finally, a Pranayama class at Nacascolo.
July 18: Rincón de la Vieja
Start with a deep stretching class, then a hike to explore the park’s wealth of natural wonders and, finally, a breathing workshop. End with an optional boxed lunch at a nearby waterfall.
WINE TASTING
Mondays, June 28 & August 9 | 6:00pm | Members Lounge
Sip your way through a curated list of summer pleasers, from internationally famed favorites to handcrafted small production vineyards. Our worldly sommelier will walk you through the terroir and taste of each wine.
GLOW-IN-THE-DARK CLOSEST TO THE PIN
Friday, July 30 | 6:00pm | Golf Clubhouse
Set at night and powered by glow-in-the-dark gear, this is one a spectacle you won’t want to miss. Expect friendly competition and a surprise pop-up bar concept.
4TH OF JULY BBQ
Sunday, July 4 | 11:00am to 6:00pm | Clubhouse at Prieta Beach
Join us for an all-American Independence Day celebration party, complete with games, live music and activities for the kids, as well as a tasty “close to home, close to the heart” BBQ.
NEW! ART MARKET
Tuesday, July 6 | 4:00pm | Clubhouse at Prieta Beach
If you live for shopping for locally sourced goods and arts, you’ll love our new Art Market. Come sip fine wine and interact with artists as you learn all about their original work.
POTTERY ARTISTRY
Monday, July 12 & Friday, August 6 | 2:00pm | Clubhouse at Prieta Beach
Learn the fascinating art of making macetas using pottery techniques developed by our Chorotega ancestors.
NEW! HIDDEN WATERFALL EXPEDITION
Thursdays, July 15 & August 5, Wednesday, August 18 | 8:00am | Different Locations
Experience nature from a different perspective as you explore the beauty and mystery of our calm, blue rivers and breathtaking waterfalls. With rivers and trails for adventurers of all skill levels, everyone is welcome.
July 15: La Cangreja
August 5: La Leona
August 18: Secreta
JOYERÍA WORKSHOP
Monday, July 19 | 2:00pm | Clubhouse at Prieta Beach
Tap into your inner jeweler and craft a one-of-a-kind bracelet to keep or share. Choose your own color and style, using natural beads and silver charms, to create a custom design with personalized flair.
BEACH VOLLEYBALL
Thursdays, July 22 & August 19 | 2:30pm | Clubhouse at Prieta Beach
Come out for a rousing game of beach volleyball with guests and staff under the trees. Then quench your thirst with a free drink as you recap the day’s best plays.
NEW! THIRSTY THURSDAY AT SEA
Thursday, July 22 | 4:00pm | Marina Papagayo
Share the peninsula’s favorite happy hour in a special setup aboard a catamaran in the harbor. Join fellow members to watch the sun dip into the boat-filled horizon and toast another perfect day.
NEW! NIMBU SURF CAMP
Thursdays, July 29 & August 26 | Times Vary Depending on Tides | Clubhouse at Prieta Beach
The ultimate teen getaway! Our pros will teach them all about the amazing world of surfing, like reading the tides, riding the waves and find a comfort zone on their boards—all while living the pura vida lifestyle.
STARGAZING
Sunday, August 8 | 6:30pm | Hole #3
Discover the true Costa Rican way of enjoying the simple pleasures of life. Join us for a unique experience to see our sky like never before. Bring your own provisions, like food, snacks, wine and water. Or have the Club put together a gourmet picnic basket.
KIDS ART EXHIBITION DAY
Sunday, August 29 | 10:00am–3:00pm | Manglar
View original artwork and photography created by our junior members. We bring kids closer to the world of art by sowing the seeds of curiosity, creativity, imagination and conscience through Costa Rica’s rich nature and culture.
NEW! CORAL GARDENING
Have you ever seen living coral reefs up close and personal? Or dreamed of playing superhero in saving earth’s most fragile ecosystem? This exciting new hands-on restoration project is your chance. Contact the club concierge for more information.
One Coral Cleanup – USD $350
One Coral Frame – USD $150
Materials Kit – USD $50
Become a Reef Guardian – USD $275
Join our growing team of coral reef ambassadors in a unique, hands-on experience where you help our corals stay clean and healthy. This 3.5-hour expedition includes a short training session before you gear up and dive in. Must be certified with at least 10 dives.
COMMUNITY CARES FUND
Through Creciendo Juntos, Peninsula Papagayo remains firmly committed to working for the well-being and development of the people and communities of Guanacaste. Our Community Cares Fund furthers this mission by providing packages tailored to their most essential needs. Contact the club concierge or visit https://www.amigosofcostarica.org/ for more information.
Care Package – USD $60
Provide the basics of Costa Rican diets and household supplies, one per family.
School Package – USD $70
Provide school supplies, one per student, to help with at-home and school learning.
Book Package – USD $13
Support teachers and students working from home with much-needed textbooks.
Outings
4×4 EXPLORERS
Escape the beaten path in a custom jungle safari vehicle on a “curated for you” adventure where river meets sea. Landing at a private beach on the North Peninsula that’s yours to explore all day.
BIKING THE BACKROADS
Explore rugged backcountry terrain on a rural dirt road that winds up a volcanic slope, through cattle farms—where you’ll stop for a farm-to-table lunch prepared by a local family—then on to town.
BIRDWATCHING & PHOTOGRAPHY
Join our resident naturalist to witness and photograph some of the 100-plus aviary species that thrive in our own backyard. From trogons and tanagers to the turquoise-browed motmot, our world of winged wonders dazzles.
GUIDED OUTRIGGER CANOE BAY EXPLORATION
Outriggers (Hawaiian-style canoes) are great equalizers of abilities and easier than kayaks to paddle. Your steersperson controls your direction, while you take in bird-filled cliffs and the most beautiful beaches around.
JET BOAT ADVENTURES
Climb aboard our luxury 24-foot Yamaha Jet Boat, Papagayo Explorer. Excursions come complete with boat, captain, fuel, an ice-filled cooler and boat toys galore. Rent by the hour for up to 10 total guests.
JUNGLE CHALLENGER HIKE
Hike through tropical dry forest, rainforest-lowlands and bubbling geothermic landscapes, while an expert naturalist guide points out wildlife—from toucans and monkeys to blue morpho butterflies. End with a waterfall swim.
MAGICAL MANGROVE TOUR
Enter the protected mangrove of Palmares—jewel of the peninsula. Explore a unique ecosystem of eerie “walking trees” able to survive (and thrive) in salty fresh water, creating a rich refuge for wildlife.
MOUNTAIN BIKING IN THE WILD
Gliding on a single-track trail system, plunge through deep forest cover—over bridges, across rivers and past waterfalls with active volcano views.
NATIONAL PARK HIKE
Bring the whole family to immerse in the wonders of the natural world with your naturalist guide—spotting blue morpho butterflies, toucans and white-face monkeys. Then refresh at a hidden waterfall with a riverside picnic.
NIGHT WALK
Some places are more magical in the light of the moon and stars. Walk the wild forest at night with professional nature guides to view nocturnal animals and insects—like mesmerizing fireflies.
PALMARES NATURE WALK
Monkeys and parrots and hawks, oh my! You never know what you’ll encounter in the untouched wilderness of Palmares. Take an easy walk deep into the forest on hidden, well-cut paths known only to our guides.
PALMARES WILDERNESS HIKE
Embark on this physically demanding hike into the primal heartbeat of Palmares to explore the astounding wonders lurking beneath the canopy. If you’re lucky (and very quiet), you might even spot a big cat!
SAFARI NATURE RIDE
Tour the peninsula trails by golf cart with your knowledgeable guide. Exploring pristine landscapes and natural areas where monkeys, coatis and fascinating birds thrive. It’s a great photo experience for kids and grandparents.
SNORKELING
Explore the calm, crystalline waters off the peninsula, where our underwater world hosts vast tropical sea life frolicking in marine sanctuaries and coral reefs. Embark right from the Clubhouse Prieta Beach for easy access.
SUP
View the ocean’s wonders from a unique vantage point, whether you’re an experienced SUP’er or a curious newbie. Leave from the Clubhouse Prieta Beach for easy access or take our jet boat out with your guide.
WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY
Join our resident naturalist (binoculars and telescope at the ready) as green season transitions to gold. View flowering trees and some of the 150-plus bird species, mammals, reptiles and insects that call the peninsula home.
Fitness Classes
ANTIGRAVITY FITNESS
Perform a series of exercises inspired by yoga, Pilates, calisthenics and aerial acrobatics in a specialized hammock to achieve a total-body workout. Think Cirque du Soleil for gym-goers and yoga buffs. It’s also incredibly fun.
BOGAFIT
Try an aquatic twist on fitness favorites, combining the best aspects of SUP yoga and boot camp for revolutionary results. BOGAFit’s floating fitness mats provide an intense workout that stabilizes your core and invigorates your spirit.
MOUNTAIN BIKE OUTING
Capture all of the peninsula’s biodiversity of beautiful landscapes, views and exotic wildlife on our exhilarating weekly circuits. Join fellow members on the ultimate mountain biking trip with one of our expert guides.
OCEAN SWIM
Perfect your techniques, no matter your goals, with an exhilarating ocean swim workout immersed in the restorative effects of open water. Designed to increase endurance, promote mindfulness, uplift your outlook and minimize stress.
OUTDOOR TRAINING
Mix it up with four new workout stations that cross-train your body and fine-tune your mind along our stunning nature trails. Think adult jungle gyms with steps, ab benches, rings and more—all under the expert guidance of our class instructor.
YOGA
Greet your day with morning yoga to balance body, mind and spirit. Personal trainers are on hand for guidance and motivation.
Lessons & Workshops
ART OF COCKTAILS
Everybody loves a mighty, mixed drink. Come take center stage in whipping up all sorts of creative concoctions with our in-house mixologist.
DIVE SCHOOL
Available on demand, 365 days a year, our comprehensive dive school offers morning, afternoon and night dives into some of the most adventurous underwater sanctuaries in the world. Including every course needed for PADI certification with our top-notch instructors.
EXPLORERS TALKS
Join fascinating interactive talks with our resident naturalists and knowledgeable guides that take you deep into the magic of the peninsula. Uncover the infinite possibilities to explore our diversity of ecosystems—including rare, only-here experiences. Meet virtually or in person.
GOLF CLINIC
Improve your game with insightful golf clinics taught by our Four Seasons Golf Pro.
SPANISH LESSONS
Study one of the world’s most spoken languages in an intimate setting. Choose private, one-on-one private lessons or small group lessons taught by our friendly, Spanish-speaking expert. Vámonos, amigos!
SURF LESSONS
Perfect your technique and skills with a surf lesson from our own passionate surf pro at beautiful Playa Prieta, where gentle waves make this a fantastic beginner experience. Catching your first wave is guaranteed.
TENNIS CLINIC
For tennis enthusiasts, enrich your game with tennis clinics taught by our Four Seasons Tennis Pro on flawlessly groomed grass and clay courts.
WAKEBOARDING
Whether you’re a beginner ready to learn the ropes of this popular sport or an expert eager to perform gravity-defying jumps and tricks, our workshops are geared to all skill levels. Powered by our own luxury 24-foot Yamaha Jet Boat.
Kids Club
Ages 4–12 | 9:00am–5:00pm Daily | Kids Club
Our weekly, changing Kids Club program is designed to immerse kids in the Costa Rican culture while providing adventurous outings into our wild kingdom year-round. From arts and crafts, STEM challenges and gardening to beach games, circus workshops and nature hikes, kids get to make memories and friends with the help of our dedicated childcare team.
COVID PRACTICES AT THE KIDS CLUB
Maximum of 6 children per activity
Mandatory use of face coverings by staff and kids
Areas/materials sanitized before and after each use
Staff and kids to wash their hands after each activity
Cross-contact control: space division and individual kits
70% of programs to be executed outdoors
EVENINGS AT THE KIDS CLUB
Wednesdays & Fridays | 4:00pm–5:00pm | Kids Club
Storytelling Wednesdays share a love of language and literature, while actively encouraging kids to develop their storytelling talents. Party Time Fridays happen “just because,” with themed movement, music and color.
NEW! ART EXHIBITION
Sunday, January 3 | All Day | Clubhouse at Prieta Beach
Bring your budding artists to learn about art, natural resources and local culture, as we inspire them to create their own masterpieces. All kids in the Kids Club, November 1–December 31, may submit samples for our first-ever exhibition.
NEW! MINI SURFERS CAMP
Available Upon Request | Clubhouse at Prieta Beach
This two-day camp introduces kids to the basic principles of surfing. Pairing safety with fun, our surf instructors share their passion for this amazing sport by engaging mini surfers in hands-on physical and mental games.
CUSTOM EXPERIENCES
From craft time for teens and private birthday parties for kids to “just because” fun for the whole family, we offer creative and entertaining activities. Tailor-made to create lasting memories with the ones you love.
CHILDCARE SERVICES
With every Club experience, we ensure your kids are in good hands. Whether you’re headed to a romantic dinner or ocean adventure, we offer trusted childcare at your location. Minimum 24 hours advance reservation required.
Young Explorers
A brand-new, outbound camp experience launched with our own Papagayo Explorers, Young Explorers empowers campers to reinvent themselves in one of nature’s most amazing stomping grounds. Weekly, YE will host two 3-hour excursions (one morning, one afternoon) for each camp cohort: tweens (ages 8-12) and teens (ages 13-16). From epic surf days to adrenaline-fueled survival with new friends, every day is the chance to do something cool and completely different.
Activity Center
Our portal to fun is a hub for families from all over the world. Staffed with on-demand guides to help with every outdoor activity imaginable—wakeboarding, diving, surfing, paddling and more. Plus favorite indoor pastimes like ping-pong, pool and toys.