Set in a private nature reserve spread over 1,000 acres of Central America's last remaining lowland tropical rainforest in Costa Rica, Lapa Rios Ecolodge overlooks the pristine point where the Golfo Dulce meets the wild Pacific Ocean, making it the destination that matches every one's idea of paradise. Lapa Rios Ecolodge is more than just a beautiful rainforest hotel or eco resort next to the beach. Lapa Rios is a model Ecotourism project that strives to show that 'a forest left standing is worth more than one cut down'. Besides winning awards from Conde Nast Traveler and being featured in many international publications, Lapa Rios is a pioneer in sustainable tourism employing only people from the local community and being committed to environmentally sound practices.
Day 01 (San Jose - Pto Jimenez - Lapa Rios) :
Early pick up at the hotel and provide transfer to the local airport in San Jose. Take local flight to Puerto Jimenez. Upon arrival transfer will be provided to Lapa Rios. Set in a private nature reserve spread over 1,000 acres of Central America's last remaining
lowland tropical rainforest in Costa Rica, Lapa Rios Ecolodge overlooks the pristine point where the Golfo Dulce meets the wild Pacific Ocean, making it the destination that matches every one's idea of paradise!!
Overnight at Lapa Rios
Day 02 - 03(Lapa Rios activities) :
Waterfalls hike
Hike up and down through virgin rain forest to pristine waterfalls and splash back along the Carbonera River. A rain forest experience with adventurous hiking. Difficult, but great fun. For all hardy hikers looking for a challenge (wet walking and some climbing).
Living green tour
Led by our coordinator, this highly recommended tour will take you around the lodges' premises and allow you to see and understand all the daily practices and efforts Lapa Rios does regarding sustainability. From Biodegradable building materials to the bio-gas produced by our pigs.
Local Medicine tour
This walk follows an old track through primary forest. It's an opportunity to view the cool, primary forest along with fascinating "local" explanations of medicinal uses of barks, leaves, saps. Our guide will teach you the traditional Indian medicines from the rain forest.
Night walk
Departing from the lodge at 6:00 PM., experience the sights and sounds of the rain forest after dark. With flashlights and use of 'eye shine' the forest's nocturnal creatures come alive after dark.
Day 04 (Pto Jimenez - San Jose or Quepos) :
Morning transfer back to Puerto Jimenez. Take local flight to San Jose or Manuel Antonio, Quepos.
Costa Rica Green Season - $1.095 p/p
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