OUR FEATURED HOTEL IN TORTUGUERO ***PACHIRA LODGE***

The lodge is strategically located only 5 minutes away from the extraordinary Tortuguero National Park, and right across the main “canal” facing the town of Tortuguero. Surrounded by a network of very scenic canals, this is considered one of the most exotic regions of the world, characterized by its rich in flora and fauna.

 Why Pachira Lodge?

•Strategically located.

•88 comfortable guest rooms.

•14 hectares (34 acres).

•5 minutes from Tortuguero National Park main entrance.

•Stay at one of our comfortable rooms with private bathroom, hot water and ceiling fans.

•Enjoy all our buffet-style meals that are included. Let’s cheers with our wine when for dinner.

•Let us show you this paradise with our bilingual tour guides, during the entire trip.

•Take advantage of our daily departures from San José, with no minimum of passengers required.

•Travel safety as we get you around comfortably.

•Take one of our optional tours available: Fishing, turtle nestling and morning tour (included in two days/one night package).

•Live this heavenly oasis nestled amidst the wilderness of Costa Rica’s jungle.

•Do not miss the opportunity to experience Pachira Lodge, while you are in Costa -Rica.

Important: from July to September, only a few minutes from the hotel, you can enjoy an unforgettable experience: the arrivals of the green sea turtle.

Contact us and find more details about the different multiday packages available at this extraordinary place.

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THE ARRIVAL OF THE GREEN TURTLE

The lives of turtles and people have been intimately intertwined in the North Caribbean coast of Costa Rica, Tortuguero.

Since the arrival of the first indigenous tribal group, relatives of the Mayans, several hundred years ago followed by other indigenous groups such as the Zambo-Misquito who arrived later on the scene, turtles were utilized in a sustainable manner and all was in balance until the first settlement of Europeans in the region.

Observing nesting turtles is an unforgettable experience. From July to October the most common of the four species that occur here, the Green Turtle, comes ashore at night. They grow to a length of 1 meter and adults weigh between 75 and 200 kilograms.

When the female reaches the beach, she drags herself to the highest point until she finds a convenient place to dig the nest which she does using her flat flippers as a shovel. At this moment, if the animal is disturbed or if she thinks she is in danger, she will return to the sea without spawning the eggs and unfortunately the nest will be lost.

The nest is ready when it’s about fifty centimeters deep. The female will start to lay the eggs, -approximately 100. When her task is completed; she covers the hole again using almost her entire body in an attempt to camouflage the nest, throwing sand in all directions and then she begins her weary journey back to the sea.

Visit Tortuguero and experience this unique approach to “Mother Nature” marvels.

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RIO CELESTE: “NATURE´S HIDEAWAY IN COSTA RICA”

Rio Celeste Hideaway is a boutique, gourmet and ecologically orientated hotel. It provides a world of comfort and style surrounded by an untouched natural paradise. This hidden hotel is located in the middle of the Rainforest adjacent to the Tenorio Volcano National Park where the amazing Rio Celeste lies, considered the jewel of Northern Costa Rica, Rio Celeste is a mayor eco-tourism attraction with its stunning “teñidero” where it forms its unique color and creates an electric blue lagoon with a 30 foot waterfall, all these within a Rainforest Ecosystem that can be experienced while staying at the hotel.

Rio Celeste Hideaway is a luxury hotel in an oasis of tranquility that provides a uniquely natural experience with stunning accommodations. Surrounded by lush tropical rainforest, each one of its 26 spacious casitas (bungalows) provides an exclusive retreat in which guests can relax amidst the breathtaking Rainforest.

The hotel’s gorgeous tropical architecture mirrors the beauty of Costa Rica’s natural wonders and gives the opportunity to enjoy the best of the authentic local cultural hospitality. Its tropical grounds woven with rich gardens create the perfect setting to rest and enjoy nature. Perfect for nature lovers, couples and honeymooners!

From this amazing area you can embrace nature at its maximum majesty. Discover “Rio Celeste” (The Blue River) on a guided tour at the Tenorio Volcano National Park, a great variety of guided activities including white water rafting, hiking, mountain biking, volcano treks, and hot springs. Rio Celeste Hideaway offers a full service restaurant, where local ingredients blend with a world-class cuisine to provide an incomparable dining experience.

Contact us and find out more about this unique hotel nest in middle of the Costa Rica’s Rainforest.

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NEW CATAMARAN CRUISE TOUR IN MANUEL ANTONIO

We invite you to experience the new outstanding naturalist tour with amazing views of the Manuel Antonio National park on board of the new Catamaran Cruise. We offer the convenience of having both, morning and afternoon tours to maximize your time in the area. The morning tour includes a snorkeling adventure at a beautiful location along the coast of the local beaches.

The afternoon tour is a truly amazing trip for nature lovers who will enjoy not only the experience itself but the breathtaking sunset on the Pacific Ocean. Humpback whales as well as a other beautiful marine life can be witnessed on our catamaran tour.

On board we will offer an excellent variety of snacks and fruit juices which you will enjoy while you enjoy the ocean breeze and the sun.

• May through September we will offer one tour per day

• November through April we will offer two tours per day
• Humpback whale season: June to December

• The tour does not operate during October due to weather conditions.

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RANCHO HUMO EXPERIENCE

Rancho Humo, nestled in a private reserve in Guanacaste Costa Rica, spread over 50,000 acres is one of the ultimate Protected and Nature Conservancy Lands across Guanacaste area: A place where wildlife thrives and roams freely what is one of the few remaining true wilderness.

Thanks to the determination of a local family, Rancho Humo was transformed from a cattle farm into an international example of wetland rescue where you can experience numerous ecosystems: mangrove, wetlands, dry tropical rainforest, pastures, a large variety of flora and fauna including herons, black crowned night herons, hawks, ducks, roseate spoonbills, wood stork, and the largest and most exotic aquatic bird in Guanacaste: the Jabirú.
Aside from the captivating scenery, Rancho Humo is the hacienda that offers the culture of a traditional and picturesque town, Puerto Humo.

The project is envisioned to be a strong model for sustainable development both locally and internationally with a large emphasis in sustaining its natural surroundings.
Our daily tour will be immerse into the exuberant wildlife of Río Tempisque and Palo Verde National Park, Isla de Pájaros (Birds Island), Rancho Humo Reserve.

 Rancho Humo Lookout and the wetlands… all this natural life is awaiting to be admired from you.

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DISCOVER BEACON ESCAZU

The Beacon Escazu is located only 6 miles (approximately 9 km) from the country’s capital city, San Jose, in an area where guests have a variety of dining, shopping, and eco-tourism options creating a memorable, fun, and adventurous stay!

The property is proud to join the Beacon Collection, a group of global, luxury boutique hotels managed by Palmer Hospitality Group (PHG). As such, the hotel is committed to delivering outstanding, consistent, 5-star guest services to create the ultimate guest experience.

The Beacon Escazu features 27 guest rooms surrounded by beautiful gardens.  Its architecture mirrors that of the town’s Old Colonial style, but with a modern twist.  Guests can indulge in the comfort and luxury of Serta beds and Italian Mascioni linens, while staying connected through Wi-Fi access throughout the hotel.

The Muse, the Beacon Escazú’s own fine-dining restaurant will highlight world-renowned French Chef Jean Pierre Peiny’s exquisite taste, creating a fusion of international and local cuisine. Only the freshest ingredients and local produce are used to create cuisine that delights the senses. The restaurant faces the hotel’s soothing lush gardens which sets the perfect backdrop for an enjoyable lunch, dinner, or afternoon tea.

Located adjacent to the lobby area, the hotel’s Silq nightclub and lounge become the focal point for activity and set the stage for well deserved after hours entertainment. The décor is luxurious, and the superb champagne, wine, and cocktail lists are guaranteed to make your night even more enjoyable while you listen to a mix of Latino, American and international music.

The wine cellar is an inviting space where guests can lounge while listening to ambient sounds and savoring an international selection of wines and an array of tapas.

Designed to complement the hotel’s serene environment, the onsite Spa offers signature Lather Spa treatments. Lather Spa, originally from New York, is dedicated to providing the most rejuvenating, relaxing, and effective spa treatments using all natural ingredients that stimulate the body.

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OSA PENINSULA (CORCOVADO)

The Osa Peninsula is the largest tract of lowland tropical rainforest in Central America. It is separated from mainland Costa Rica by the Golfo Dulce, one of just three tropical fjords on the planet, the sole anoxic basin on the entire Pacific coast of the Americas and the only place on earth where whales and dolphins from both hemispheres come to breed and raise their young. Is one of the mort humid places on earth with about 360 inches of rain per year.

Dominated by Corcovado National Park which protects most of the peninsula, the Osa is home to hundreds of endemic plant, animal and insect species, National Geographic recently called the Osa “the most biologically intense place on earth”.

The Osa Península has been dubbed Costa Rica’s last wilderness frontier. Rich in wildlife sparsely populated and, until recently, having very difficult access, much of this highly forested area is conserved in national parks and private reserves. Towering rainforests line undeveloped beaches and untouched coves, making this region one of the most beautiful on Earth.

In response to a growing ecotourism market, many environmentally conscious lodges have opened up at the entrances to Corcovado National Park. Puerto Jiménez and Drake Bay have become premier destinations, catering to vacationers who want to experience nature and comfort simultaneously.

Nearby Caño Island is excellent for snorkeling and diving, while the deeper waters are great for sport fishing. You can swim with dolphins, go horseback riding and swing through the trees on a canopy adventure. Dive with sharks; follow a tapir through the forests; or simply hang out drinking fine wine at any of the luxury lodges. This is how you experience Osa.

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