If you're looking for outdoor adventure, make a day trip to Roja Mountain. No easy stroll around the block, this hike is fantastic for a mid-vacation work out.
If you love the word "free" as much as most people do, you'll be pleased to know this steep landmass is exactly that. Roja Mountain is located in Playa Blanca. If you want to keep your sightseeing schedule full while you're in these parts, also drop by Marina Rubicon, Papagayo Beach and Aqualava Water Park.