Bordering the north-western sector of Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast, the province of Guanacaste is a gateway to nature and beach adventures. Its rich topography offers a wide variety of places to visit, from stunning sand beaches, amazing volcanoes and savannas, to tropical dry forests. It is the land of cattle ranches, marimbas, dark-skinned sabaneros (local cowboys) and holds Costa Rica’s most authentic folkloric traditions. Within the limits of the country’s north pacific region, you will be able to find all kinds of motivational activities and is a key incentive destination.

The Liberia International Airport is located in this major city of the province and provides a convenient way to discover these wonders.

In Guanacaste, the sun rules the landscape. From November to April, there is almost no rainfall and the sun is very strong. Cool winds from northern latitudes lower temperatures pleasantly along the coast from December to February. From May through October the warm and sunny weather remains but accompanied by occasional showers, usually in the afternoon. The dry season, however, lingers slightly longer than other places in Costa Rica.

Suggested activities in the North Pacific area:

CANOPY TOUR Glide from platform to platform on the special system of steel cables with the use of professional climbing gear. The Canopy Adventure is located in a tropical dry forest area, home to an abundant population of birds and wildlife. You will be accompanied by specialized guides who introduce the various elements of the tour to make it a truly outstanding and thrilling experience. This activity is highly recommended for your motivation strategy but should only be undertaken by participants who are in relatively good shape.

LIBERIA CITY TOUR & SOUVENIR SHOPPING Liberia is known popularly as the “Ciudad Blanca” (white city) due to its whitewashed houses, many of which still have their “puerta del sol” corner doors that were ingeniously used to let the sun in the morning and out in the late afternoon. This provided heating and cooling the inside the house throughout the entire day - an architectural feature left over from the colonial era and unique to this region. On the way back from the city our incentives tour will stop at different shops for Costa Rican gifts and souvenirs.

SAILING & SNORKELING Experience a half-day of sailing along the beautiful north Pacific coast. While sailing we can encounter dolphins, turtles, manta rays and bat rays. Anchored in a secluded bay you can snorkel coral or rock formations, swim, explore tropical jungles and mangroves or simply enjoy the beautiful beach. Drinks and lights snacks are served on board.

OCEAN PADDLING & SNORKELING The Hawaiian-style outriggers provided on this tour comfortably hold 8 paddlers plus the specialized guide who will be accompanying you. Participants glide easily past cliffs filled with frigate birds and pelicans, landing on a secluded beach; there is time for relaxation, tidal pool exploration, hermit crab races, etc, before paddling back to the put-in location. Fresh fruits and water are offered during the trip.

SURF LESSONS IN TAMARINDO BEACH On this excursion, ideal for beginners, learn how to surf with the experts at beautiful Tamarindo Beach. The beach stretches over a series of rocky headlands, and the waters give way to a memorable surf ride. Aside from the great waves, Tamarindo also boasts a good selection of restaurants, souvenir shops, and a varied and lively beach culture. After the lessons there is time to walk around the town.

HORSEBACK RIDING IN A WORKING HACIENDA Explore the beauty of the Guanacaste countryside at Hacienda Aromal - one of the oldest farms in Guanacaste. The Rivas family has owned Hacienda Aromal for more than three centuries. The farm is situated between two national parks, making the property a biological corridor for many species of wildlife, including butterflies, iguanas, birds, and three species of monkeys. The Rivas brothers, the ranch owners and your hosts for this horseback riding experience, welcome you to a ride that begins with cattle herding through the pasturelands and to the trails in the tropical dry forest.

BUENA VISTA COMBO: CANOPY TOUR, HORSEBACK RIDING & NATURAL SPA This especially designed motivational tour combines an exciting Canopy Tour with a relaxing natural spa treatment, all in the surroundings of Hacienda Buena Vista located the foothills of Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. On the canopy adventure, guests slide from platform to platform using pulleys and harnesses on horizontal traverse cables as they sail through the treetops of the tropical rainforest. Expert guides assist participants in an adrenaline-packed journey.

Those willing to stretch their muscles can also do the 400mt/640ft long waterslide through the forest. The incentives excursion continues with a horseback ride to the natural hot springs and spa on the property, with bubbling pots of grey mud with medicinal and cosmetic properties. However, if you are looking for a more relaxing incentive program, the Canopy Tour may be substituted by a walk on suspension bridges while travel to the hot springs area can be made on a comfortable cart pulled by a tractor.

PALO VERDE BOAT TOUR & GUAITIL POTTERY VILLAGE The beautiful Palo Verde National Park is the home of flowing rivers, mangroves, marshlands and seasonally flooded fields. It is one of the key wetlands of Central America, home to many resident and migratory waterfowl such as the cormorant and the Roseate Spoonbill. The boat tour through the Tempisque River in the park provides the opportunity to take a closer look at nature and is perfect for incentive travel groups who are looking for a close motivational experience with nature. You will have the opportunity to observe a wide variety of birds, crocodiles, monkeys, and iguanas.

Groups can combine this excursion with a visit to Guaitil, a small village that has maintained traditional skills for making the handcrafted, oven-baked red and black pottery. The potters in Guaitil use local resources and traditional methods, which have changed little since the days of the Chorotega Aborigines.

COROBICI RIVER FLOATING This river float incentive tour is ideal for birdwatchers and nature lovers in general. Flowing from the upper slopes of the Tenorio volcano, the Río Corobicí is lined with gallery forest of ceiba, palm and Guanacaste trees, where participants can catch glimpses of iguanas, monkeys and crocodiles. At nearby Palo Verde National Park over 300 species of birds make their home, including the snowy egret, tricolor heron, roseate spoonbill, trogon, motmot and boat-billed heron can also be seen along the Corobicí. Trip length: 8 mi/12 km. Class I - II, easy.

JEEP SAFARI This thrilling jeep safari sparks off the adventurous spirit and is perfect for groups who are looking for exciting motivation. The dirt roads provide participants with their first challenge and they will find plenty of attractions along the way. The self-drive excursion in 4-wheel vehicles not only provokes a burst of adrenaline, it also gives guests the chance to travel through picturesque little off-the-beaten-track towns, to meet local people, discover enchanting beaches and experience the country in a way that would not be possible on traditional transportation. This activity is recommended for small incentive travel groups (about 20 to 30 participants).

GOLF AT HACIENDA PINILLA This 18-hole, par 72 golf course designed by Mike Young lies in the heart of Hacienda Pinilla and is a 4500-acre property located approximately 30 mins from Paradisus Playa Conchal. For 40 years, the rolling coastal landscape here has served as a working cattle ranch. Surrounding the championship course are three miles of pristine shoreline, two picturesque rivers, beautiful pampas, open ranges, fresh water lakes and a vast tropical dry forest and is ideal for golf enthusiasts who are motivated by a peaceful and friendly game.

SPORT FISHING The North Pacific area is known worldwide as one of the best “catch and release” fishing spots in the country and provides just the right dose of adrenaline for those who are looking for exciting and electrifying motivation. One can encounter an abundance of fish such as sailfish, grouper, wahoo, dorado (mahi-mahi), blue, black and striped marlin and yellow fin tuna near the marina.

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