Selva Bananito Lodge, which opened its doors in December of 1995, is a secluded rain forest lodge situated 20 km south and 15 km inland of Puerto Limón on the Atlantic side of Costa Rica. It is owned and operated by the Stein family, who moved to Costa Rica from South America in 1974. We generate income from tourism for the protection of 850 hectares (2,000 acres) of privately owned rain forest, and for the funding of special conservation projects there and in neighboring areas.In addition to being available for independent travelers interested in the rain forest, we offer a rain forest study program for high school and college students, a Spanish immersion program, and we will soon open our doors to scientific researchers. Our family company also offers nature and adventure tours programs throughout most of Costa Rica and Panama.
Itinerary:
Day 01 (San Jose – Selva Bananito)
Morning shuttle transfer by minibus through the Braulio Carrillo National Park and via Limon south to Selva Bananito, a secluded rain forest lodge situated on the Atlantic
side of Costa Rica.
After lunch, learn to use the absolutely safe tree climbing equipment and venture to the canopy of a beautiful tropical tree.
Overnight at Selva Bananito Lodge (Superior Room / FAP)
Day 02 (Tour to the Waterfalls)
This all-day hike is an unforgettable journey up the Bananito riverbed and into the surrounding rainforests. While hiking upstream you will make over 60 river crossings,learn about the various micro-climates, and jump in the plentiful river pools. Visit a 600
year-old mahogany tree and learn more about rainforest ecology.
Lunch and fruit juices by the last of a series of charming waterfalls. Rappelling at the waterfalls, optional.
Overnight at Selva Bananito Lodge (Superior Room / FAP)
Day 03 (Selva Bananito – San Jose)
Have fun and enjoy the lovely tropical scenery on a half-day horse back ride through the farm. A memorable ride for those with little or no riding experience, you will see breathtaking vistas, cattle and farmland along the Bananito riverbed After lunch, transfer
back to San Jose. (B/L)
Meals:
Full Board
