We know that for many Costa Rica is truly a bucket list destination. Here are some adventures by distance worthy of exploring!
AT EL MANGROOVE HOTEL
Water Sports
Kayak Rentals (Free)
Stand Up Paddleboard Rentals (Free)
Snorkel Gear rentals (Free)
Jet Ski Rentals ($50/hour)
BOAT PICKUP ON BEACH FROM EL MANGROOVE
Bioluminescence
This magical nighttime Papagayo bioluminescence boat tour lets you glide across dark waters that glow with every movement, revealing a stunning natural light show created by bioluminescent organisms.
Witch’s Rock Canopy Tour
25 MINUTES FROM EL MANGROOVE
This thrilling zip-lining experience at WRCT takes you soaring through Costa Rica’s tropical dry forest, with high-speed cables, jungle views, and other adrenaline-filled adventures like ATVs and horseback riding.
Diamonte Adventure Park
40 mINUTES FROM EL MANGROOVE
This is a premier adventure destination in Costa Rica, known for its thrilling zip lines like the “Superman”, wildlife sanctuary, and sweeping Pacific Ocean views. It offers a perfect mix of adrenaline, nature, and family-friendly activities.
40 MINUTES FROM EL MANGROOVE
The Ocean Course
this spectacular coastal golf course features dramatic ocean views, challenging cliffside holes, and a world-class design set against the Pacific coastline.
Sloth Sanctuary & Waterfall Adventure
50 mINUTES FROM EL MANGROOVE
Experience a full-day Guanacaste adventure, starting with a visit to the Costa Rica Sloth Sanctuary to see sloths and other wildlife, followed by a refreshing stop at the Llanos del Cortez Waterfall and a delicious traditional Guanacaste-style lunch.
this is a stunning Costa Rican adventure destination where visitors hike through river canyons and jungle to reach la leona: a brilliant turquoise waterfall hidden inside a rocky cavern.
La Leona Waterfall
1 HOUR 30 mINUTES FROM EL MANGROOVE
1 HOUR 45 mINUTES FROM EL MANGROOVE
Parque Nacional Palo Verde
this vital wetland reserve is renowned for its seasonal marshes, migratory birds, and rich wildlife supported by the Tempisque River floodplain. bird watchers…palo verde is calling to you!
3 hOURS 30 MINUTES FROM EL MANGROOVE
Arenal Volcano
For those who are truly up for an adventure, you can visit the arenal volcano. this national park is a lush tropical reserve famous for its perfectly conical volcano, steaming landscapes, rainforest trails, and abundant wildlife, offering dramatic scenery and outdoor adventure year-round.