activities

Whether it’s laying in a hammock while listening to the call of howler monkeys or zip lining through virgin rainforest, your stay at Villa Braheem promises to provide adventure and relaxation for everyone.  Your personal concierge will make all the arrangements in advance of your arrival and help you plan your visit to the Papagayo Peninsula.  The list of activities is boundless and ranges from local surfing lessons to all day trips to hot springs and natural waterfalls.  Below is a list of planned tours:

  • Canopy Tour
    Witch’s Rock Canopy Tour is located just 20 minutes from the Resort. This is your
    chance to harness up and swing through the trees on a series of zip lines suspended
    between the tall tress of our tropical forest with an incredible view of the Gulf of
    Papagayo. Exhilarating!
    Availability upon request
    Price per person: $95.00
    What to bring: Sunscreen lotion, knee length shorts, insect repellent, walking
    shoes, money (for gratuities & incidentals) camera.
    Note: The minimum age for this excursion is 7 years. This activity is not
    suitable if you are pregnant or have back or shoulder problems.
  • Buena Vista Lodge & Adventure
    The tour starts with the exciting canopy tour in the tropical forest. Then, cool yourself off
    on the ! mile long water slide.
    After lunch, get ready for a 45 minutes horseback ride that leads you to the hot springs.
    Relax yourself at the thermal water pool and be rejuvenated by volcanic mud.
    Furthermore, you will be able to do an optional hike to a beautiful waterfall.
    Availability upon request
    Pick up time: 8:00 am
    Return time: 5:00pm
    Driving time: 1 h.45 minutes each way.
    Rates per person:
    $140 / 4 people minimum
    $160 / 3 people minimum
    $170 / 2 people minimum
    What to bring: Camera, hat, sunscreen, repellent, towel, swimsuit, binoculars &
    money (for gratuities & incidentals)
    Note: This is a tour for all ages and the lunch is included.
  • Palo Verde National Park
    This park is the most important nesting and feeding habitat for local and migratory birds
    in Costa Rica.Ride a boat along the longest river in the northwest of the country and
    discover the high diversity of wildlife in this Conservation Park.
    During this tour you’ll see monkeys, iguanas and crocodiles.
    Availability upon request
    Pick up time: 8:00 a
    Return time: 3:00pm
    Driving time: 1h.30 minutes each way.
    Rates per person:
    $90 / 4 people minimum
    $110 / 3 people minimum
    $120 / 2 people minimum
    What to bring: Hat, repellent, camera, binoculars, sunscreen & money (for
    gratuities & incidentals)
    Note: This is a tour for all ages and the lunch is included.
  • Arenal Volcano & Rainforest
    Be part of the jungle and explore the rain forest at El Silencio Private Reserve at the base
    of Arenal volcano and enjoy one of the the best areas for wildlife sightseeing.
    This fascinating journey finishes with a visit to thermal mineral hot springs: a sanctuary
    for both your mind and spirit.
    Availability upon request
    Pick up time: 8:00 a
    Return time: 10:30pm
    Driving time: 4 hrs each way
    Rates per person:
    $140 / 4 people minimum
    $160 / 3 people minimum
    $170 / 2 people minimum
    What to bring: Hat, repellent, camera, binoculars, sunscreen, hiking boots, rain
    gear, sandals, wet shoes, swimsuit & money (for gratuities & incidentals)
    Note: This is a tour for all ages and you need a moderate physical condition.
    Lunch & dinner are included.
  • Miravalles Waterfalls & Hot Springs
    Discover three impressive waterfalls in the middle of the jungle while you hike for 20
    minutes through the beautiful rain forest at the bottom of the active Miravalles Volcano.
    Walk through hot springs, bubbling mud pots, fumaroles and feel the steam coming out
    of the ground.
    Be rejuvenated by the therapeutic properties of the volcanic mud and sulphurous waters
    and relax in the thermal mineral hot springs of the volcano.
    Availability upon request
    Pick up time: 8:00 am
    Return time: 4:30pm
    Driving time: 2 hrs each way
    Rates per person:
    $120 / 4 people minimum
    $140 / 3 people minimum
    $150 / 2 people minimum
    What to bring: Waterproof camera, repellent, sunscreen, wet shoes, swimsuit,
    change of clothes, sandals, walking shoes & money (for gratuities & incidentals)
    Note: This is a tour for the minimum age of 5 and you need a moderate
    physical condition. The lunch is included.
  • Colorado Rafting & Canopy
    An easy two-hour class I-II water rafting will take you through exciting water breaks,
    rapids and beautiful natural river pools.
    The breathtaking river canyons, water shaped volcanic rocks and the surrounding forest,
    will amaze you as you go down the Colorado River.
    A delicious lunch will be served after the rafting trip, then, go on an exciting canopy tour
    over the river to end your day.
    Availability upon request
    $145 / 4 people minimum
    $165 / 3 people minimum
    $175 / 2 people minimum
    Note: Towels are offered. Free open bar & snacks, snorkeling equipment &
    towels.
    Depending on the visibility for best snorkeling (Playa Huevos, Penca or
    Nacascolo)
  • Private Tour Half Day- Sunset Cruise on Sail boat
    Pick up place: Playa Blanca or Virador
    Pick up time: 2:30pm
    Duration: 4hrs.
    Rates:
    From 1 to 4 people : $1100
    From 5 to 10 people: $1400 ($110 additional person)
    Max. 16 passengers
    Note: Towels are offered only in snorkeling tours.
    Bay cruise in the Papagayo Golf discovering the different beaches until sunset.
  • Open Tour Full Day on Sailboat
    The Sail boat goes to the best snorkeling spot
    Pick up place: Playa Blanca or Virador
    Pick up time: 9:00am
    Duration: 8hrs.
    Rates per person:
    $100 per person
    The tour includes the free bar and snacks. Lunch is not included. Open bar open
    right after departure and snacks are served as appetizers before having lunch.
    Guests decide lunchtime. You can stay on board or enjoy the sun on the beach.
    After lunch, you can explore a different beach or make a bay cruise.
  • Private Tour Half Day- Catamaran Cruise
    Pick up place: Playa Blanca or Virador
    Pick up time: 2:30pm
    Duration: 4hrs.
    Rates:
    From 1 to 6 people: $770 ($98 extra person)
    Max. 25 passengers
    Explores different beaches or enjoy a full bay cruise
    Includes: Open bar (beers and refreshments),snacks, fruits, snorkeling & towels.
  • Private Tour Full Day on Catamaran
    Pick up place: Playa Blanca or Virador
    Pick up time: 9:00am
    Duration: 8hrs.
    Rates per person:
    From 1 to 6 people: $1540 ($98 extra person)
    Max. 25 passengers
    Includes: Open bar (beers and refreshments), snacks, fruits, snorkeling & towels.
    Lunch is not included. Guests decide lunchtime and pick a location. You can stay
    on board or enjoy the sun on the beach.
    After lunch, you can explore a different beach or enjoy a full bay cruise.
  • Tenorio River- White Water Rafting
    Definitely, this is BIG water!!!
    The Pozo Azul section down the Tenorio River will challenge your eagerness of
    adventure and action. This exhilarating 8 miles white water rafting, includes class III-IV
    rapids with twists, turns, drops and stunning scenery for about 2 hours down the Tenorio
    River located close to the city of Cañas.
    At the end of the rafting trip we walk back to our transportation to go for lunch on a
    beautiful setting at the Corobicí River Restaurant.
    Availability upon request
    Pick up time: 8:00
    Return time: 3:30pm
    Driving time: 2 hrs each way
    Rates per person:
    $145 / 4 people minimum
    $165 / 3 people minimum
    $175 / 2 people minimum
    What to bring: waterproof camera, towel, change of clothes, extra pair of shoes,
    hat, wet shoes, swimsuit, sunscreen, croakies & money (for gratuities &
    incidentals).
    Note: This is a tour for a minimum age of 10 and it requires good physical condition.
    Lunch is included.
  • Rincon de la Vieja
    Hike through the foothills of the nearest active volcano in Guanacaste area, here you will
    witness secondary volcanic activity like fumaroles; mud pots and bubbling hot water.
    The 2 miles path will also give you the chance to learn about the tropical rainforest and
    look for wildlife such as monkeys, toucans, agouties and coaties.
    2 HOUR HIKE REQUIRED
    Availability upon request
    Pick up time: 8
    Return time: 4:00pm
    Driving time: 2 hrs each way
    Rates per person:
    $90 / 4 people minimum
    $110 / 3 people minimum
    $120 / 2 people minimum
    What to bring: hat, hiking boots, light clothing, sunscreen, camera & money (for
    gratuities & incidentals)
    Note: This is a tour for all ages. Lunch is included.
  • Stand – Up Paddling
    Experience this low-impact, total-body exercise in an exotic, tropical environment.
    There’s no better way to cruise the beautiful Peninsula Papagayo coastline.
    Availability and schedule upon request
    Rate per person: $90 / 90 minutes
    Please inquire about our Stand-Up Paddling Excursions
  • Intro to Surfing
    Learn the basics of surfing in a controlled environment – the Prieta Beach Club lap pool.
    Then graduate to a continuous set of gentle waves just seconds away from the club
    Availability and schedule upon request
    Rate per person: $150 / 90 minutes
  • Other adventures offered:
    * Jet skis
    * ATV’s
    * Horse back riding
    * Parasailing
    This is just a sample of the abundant adventures at Peninsula Papagayo. Ask us
    about sharing other excursions we’ve personally experienced.
    The Club Concierge is available from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Sunday.
    Please don’t hesitate to contact us to get more information about the tours or simply to
    make your appointment at 2696-2500.
    All tours operate under a cancellation policy. We highly recommend making reservations
    at least one day prior to the tour. Prices are subject to change.