The sandy beaches are a unique natural feature between mighty lava rocks. One can drive a car almost to the beach itself. For the more ecologically inclined, a walk over the hills will bring you to one of the many bays. You wont need a bathing costume her, but you will need water to drink to take with you. Little bars and snack restaurants are only on the hill next to the last parking area at the end of the dirt road - there you can enjoy drinks and snacks with fantastic ocean views. (Location see map at the bottom)

The name Playas de Papagayo conceal the most beautiful natural beaches on the island, which slope gently towards a crystal clear sea. The beaches are located in the Natural Park Los Ajaches, which is giving with its mountains (Hacha Grande, 561 metres) an imposant backgroud to the area. The biggest beach "Playa Mujeres", is about 400 metres long. Then there are the beaches "Playa Pozo", "Playa de la Cera" and the last and famous "Playa de Papagayo" - a half round beach surrounded by rocks - like a postcard picture! Beyond the point Punta de Papagayo (which means the end or the point of the tongue of land) there are two more bays, "Caleta de Congrio" and "Playa de Puerto Muelas".

Enjoy the crystal clear water and the unique formation of the lava rock. In many of the bays one can swim in the nude and fully enjoy the wonderful sun, the freshness of the water and the beach with its backdrop of high cliffs without dress regulations.