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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 everyone's idea of paradise.
Lapa Rios is built in harmony with the surrounding forest and beach environment. The main lodge and bungalows line three ridges which are connected by walking paths. Built over 350 feet above the sea, Lapa Rios catches the cooling tropical breezes. The main lodge, housing the restaurant and bar, soars 50 feet and is built of local, natural materials. Palm thatched roofs meet a three-story hardwood circular stairway. Comfortable, locally made bamboo furniture adds to relaxation in this tranquil panorama of nature.
Activities at Lapa Rios are focused around the rainforest and the nearby ocean. Rainforest hikes, bird watching, ocean kayaking, horseback riding, catch and release sport fishing and surfing are some of the activities offered to visitors.
Rooms:
Sixteen spacious suite-thatch bungalows: nestled within the rain forest and decorated with bamboo furniture and sporadic splashes of green, orange and red garden arrangements, warm wooden floors, two bamboo queen size beds with soft cascading mosquito nets, private wooden deck, newly remodeled bathrooms with garden shower.
Features: Swimming pool, restaurant, ocean view, tropical gardens.
Activities: 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 Travelair flight to Puerto Jimenez. Upon arrival transfer to Lapa Rios.
Day 02 Rainforest Waterfalls Hike - Horseback Riding
After breakfast hike up and down through virgin rainforest to pristine waterfalls and splash back along the Carbonera River. A rain forest experience with adventurous hiking. Duration: 3 hrs.
Return for lunch at the lodge.
Afternoon Horseback riding
Gentle but responsive horses follow a forest through secondary and virgin jungle and finish galloping on the beach. Duration: 2 - 3 hrs.
Day 03 The Osa Trail Jungle Experience
The complete rainforest experience! This tour descends through the reserve´s most remote and pristine forest. The 4 km. trail features many different types of rainforest vegetation, and offers you the best opportunity to see something rare. Duration: 3-4 hrs.
Afternoon free to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Day 04 San José
Morning transfer back to Puerto Jimenez to take local flight back to San Jose.
Food & Beverages: At Lapa Rios, guests can enjoy gourmet meals in the middle of a rainforest. The lodge’s restaurant Brisa Azul specializes in freshly-cooked international cuisine infused with a hint of the tropics and offers breathtaking vistas with a window to the wild. The hotel’s chef brings a fusion of flavours that combine Costa Rican, International and Asian cuisine.
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