Drive coastal tracks and rural lanes around Papagayo on a 3–4 hour guided ATV tour from Playa Hermosa. Expect ocean vistas, village stops, and seasonal waterfalls with helmets and water provided.
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You kick up dust off a rutted coastal track, ocean spray daring you from the right while a green wall of dry forest presses in on the left. The engine thrums under your hands and the guide calls out a safe line toward a beach overlook — an immediate, tactile way to read this landscape: wind, surf, and human-scale roads carved through ranchland and small villages.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate — you should be comfortable handling an ATV over uneven terrain and be able to walk short distances at stops.
Wildlife
History
Guanacaste has a strong ranching and fishing heritage; many coastal roads follow routes long used for cattle and community travel before tourism developed.
Conservation
Stay on designated tracks to prevent erosion and avoid disturbing riverbeds; support local businesses along the route to keep tourism benefits in the community.
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Wear closed-toe, grippy shoes
ATV trails include loose sand, mud, and rocky sections — sturdy shoes improve control and protect your feet.
Stay hydrated and use the provided cooler
Bring a refillable bottle; the operator provides a cooler with water but you’ll want extra on hot days.
Prepare for dust and sun
Goggles or sunglasses and high-SPF sunscreen make coastal stretches and exposed ridgelines comfortable.
Carry small local cash
Stops in villages may accept only cash for snacks or drinks — keep a few colones on hand.
Closed-toe hiking or trail shoes
Protects feet and improves grip on pegs and brakes across sand, rock and mud.
Sunscreen & sunglasses
Strong coastal sun and reflective surfaces make protection essential.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Top up from the supplied cooler to stay hydrated during the 3–4 hour tour.
Light rain shell or packable poncho
Useful during the wet season when short, heavy showers can drench coastal trails.
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