Osa Peninsula vacation accommodation in Costa Rica
| country: | Costa Rica |
| location: | Osa PeninsulaSee map here |
| price: | From US $100 - US $135 per person per night |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
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Osa Peninsula vacation accommodation in Costa Rica
Your accommodations at this "Lost World" are artfully-appointed individual bungalows offering unpretentious comfort, mosquito-netted beds, ceiling fan, tiled floors, lounge area, dry mini bar, safety deposit box, hammock, and ample closets. Roomy private bathrooms have hot water showers and designer fixtures. As you stroll down the sidewalk, your eye can't help but be drawn to the beautiful stained glass in the door and wooden shutters in the windows, handmade by Costa Rican artisans.
Visit Margarita Sunset Point, perched on a bluff overlooking the magnificent Pacific, this mysterious island looming on the horizon is a special place. Join us for a frosty Margarita, to spot a whale or just to admire the sunset, it's one of our traditions here.
With all of the activities and tours available at our Osa Peninsula vacation accommodation, very few guests have the chance to take full advantage of our beautiful pristine beach. This a unique opportunity to enjoy a half-kilometer-long sand beach where you can be completely alone, something that is very rare in today’s world. It's a perfect place for beachcombing, to explore the bat cave or to take a shower in one of the waterfalls. Take a walk on the nature trail behind the beach to witness the orchids growing on rock walls that drip water that sparkles in the sun. Experience the natural surroundings but let us spoil you a little.
Lunch will be served in your own screened "Cabaña" where your waiter will spread out the table cloth and set out a delicious meal accompanied by a chilled bottle of French wine. Feel free to ask for a ride down to the beach and to arrange for a pick-up time with our "Jungle Taxi" or call using the radio, which is at the boathouse. A day with the perfect blend of nature and style.
Early bird tour: Share the cool early morning air with some of the over 350 species of birds found in Corcovado. For keen birders and animal lovers, on this tour we offer the chance to see numerous species of birds, morpho butterflies, monkeys and other animals.
Horseback riding: A horseback riding tour through the rainforest to a majestic waterfall, combined with a typical Costa Rican meal at a remote thatched "Rancho" will leave you weary but aglow with vivid images of a day unlike any other. A half-day tour is also available to a white sand beach where scarlet macaws are commonly seen
San Josecito tour: Go to a wonderful swimming beach with a coral reef perfect for snorkeling. Picnic on the beach and then walk through the forest to a river for a refreshing swim
Caño Island tour: Offshore lies Caño Island, an ancient Indian burial ground. Picnic on a white sand beach sheltered by coconut palms and snorkel among the coral reefs that surround this tropical paradise. There will be time for a hike up to the burial grounds in the interior of the island.
Mangrove tour: A guided tour through the Sierpe River, its' canals and the amazing mangroves searching for monkeys, snakes, crocodiles, anteaters and different varieties of birds.
Sea kayaking: There are two options available, a short tour around Campanario, "Bell Tower Rock", or a full day excursion from Casa Corcovado to San Josecito beach with a the picnic lunch. An excellent journey to keep you in good shape.
Scuba diving: Diving on the southern Pacific Coast of Costa Rica can be simply described as spectacular. Explore several sites around Caño Island; protected as a biological reserve by the Costa Rican Government, the waters surrounding the island are extremely pristine and teeming with life.
Dolphin & whale encounters: Costa Rica enjoys one of the most biologically diverse oceanic ecosystems in the world. Incredible numbers and kinds of marine life, including whales, manta rays, sea turtles, whale sharks and other varieties of sharks all congregate here to take advantage of such consistently rich waters.
Your accommodations at this "Lost World" are artfully-appointed individual bungalows offering unpretentious comfort, mosquito-netted beds, ceiling fan, tiled floors, lounge area, dry mini bar, safety deposit box, hammock, and ample closets. Roomy private bathrooms have hot water showers and designer fixtures. As you stroll down the sidewalk, your eye can't help but be drawn to the beautiful stained glass in the door and wooden shutters in the windows, handmade by Costa Rican artisans.
Visit Margarita Sunset Point, perched on a bluff overlooking the magnificent Pacific, this mysterious island looming on the horizon is a special place. Join us for a frosty Margarita, to spot a whale or just to admire the sunset, it's one of our traditions here.
With all of the activities and tours available at our Osa Peninsula vacation accommodation, very few guests have the chance to take full advantage of our beautiful pristine beach. This a unique opportunity to enjoy a half-kilometer-long sand beach where you can be completely alone, something that is very rare in today’s world. It's a perfect place for beachcombing, to explore the bat cave or to take a shower in one of the waterfalls. Take a walk on the nature trail behind the beach to witness the orchids growing on rock walls that drip water that sparkles in the sun. Experience the natural surroundings but let us spoil you a little.
Lunch will be served in your own screened "Cabaña" where your waiter will spread out the table cloth and set out a delicious meal accompanied by a chilled bottle of French wine. Feel free to ask for a ride down to the beach and to arrange for a pick-up time with our "Jungle Taxi" or call using the radio, which is at the boathouse. A day with the perfect blend of nature and style.
special things to do at our Osa Peninsula vacation accommodation
Hiking in Corcovado National Park: Guided by a naturalist through the trails of the park, you will enjoy an incredible waterfall and picnic on one of the beautiful beaches of the National Park. Early bird tour: Share the cool early morning air with some of the over 350 species of birds found in Corcovado. For keen birders and animal lovers, on this tour we offer the chance to see numerous species of birds, morpho butterflies, monkeys and other animals.
Horseback riding: A horseback riding tour through the rainforest to a majestic waterfall, combined with a typical Costa Rican meal at a remote thatched "Rancho" will leave you weary but aglow with vivid images of a day unlike any other. A half-day tour is also available to a white sand beach where scarlet macaws are commonly seen
San Josecito tour: Go to a wonderful swimming beach with a coral reef perfect for snorkeling. Picnic on the beach and then walk through the forest to a river for a refreshing swim
Caño Island tour: Offshore lies Caño Island, an ancient Indian burial ground. Picnic on a white sand beach sheltered by coconut palms and snorkel among the coral reefs that surround this tropical paradise. There will be time for a hike up to the burial grounds in the interior of the island.
Mangrove tour: A guided tour through the Sierpe River, its' canals and the amazing mangroves searching for monkeys, snakes, crocodiles, anteaters and different varieties of birds.
Sea kayaking: There are two options available, a short tour around Campanario, "Bell Tower Rock", or a full day excursion from Casa Corcovado to San Josecito beach with a the picnic lunch. An excellent journey to keep you in good shape.
Scuba diving: Diving on the southern Pacific Coast of Costa Rica can be simply described as spectacular. Explore several sites around Caño Island; protected as a biological reserve by the Costa Rican Government, the waters surrounding the island are extremely pristine and teeming with life.
Dolphin & whale encounters: Costa Rica enjoys one of the most biologically diverse oceanic ecosystems in the world. Incredible numbers and kinds of marine life, including whales, manta rays, sea turtles, whale sharks and other varieties of sharks all congregate here to take advantage of such consistently rich waters.
rooms, food and facilities
Honeymoon suites: Our honeymoon suites are intimate and hidden away in the lush tropical greenery to insure the privacy you need. Each bungalow is furnished with a queen bed draped by mosquito nets and cooled by an overhead ceiling fan. Pillowed benches and a seating area offer other options for relaxation and the large tiled bathrooms with hot water are sure to please. There are hammocks strategically placed outside so you can lay back and absorb the natural world all around you or just hang out and enjoy a good book. Of course your suite also has all that you would expect, such as a safety deposit box, ample closets and 24 hour electricity which is provide by hydro-electric and solar systems. Our honeymoon suites are where love and nature merge to offer unique and unforgettable moments. Deluxe bungalows: Each one is tucked away in its' own private garden and designed with your comfort in mind. These larger tiled bungalows offer a queen bed and two or three other beds, draped by mosquito nets making them perfect for groups of families or friends. As you sit back and relax you can't help but notice the beautiful details such as the stained glass in the door, wood beamed ceilings and shutters handmade by Costa Rican artisans. You will enjoy the fact that there is 24 hour electricity provided by our hydro-electric and solar systems. If you want a closer interaction with nature there is a hammock strategically placed outside or take advantage of the bench just beside the door.
Junior suites: Our Junior suites offer a new perspective on the beauty of the rainforest. Each bungalow has two interconnecting suites making them just right for families or friends. The tiled suites have a screened porch perfect for relaxing after a days adventures and a living room tastefully decorated with fine wood furniture, a fold-out sofa-bed and the "wooden chest" which is your Jungle Mini-Bar. There is a bedroom furnished with a queen and a single bed draped by mosquito nets, tiled hot-water shower, safety deposit box, ample closets and a beautiful sink and mirror decorated with colorful Mexican tile. You can "Chill out" because you will be cooled by ceiling fans through out your bungalow 24 hours a day thanks to the hydro-electric and solar systems that produce our electricity. In your Junior Suite you have found your home away from home where you can gather together with friends and family at days end to relive the exciting experiences you have enjoyed.
Other facilities: how to find our Osa Peninsula vacation accommodation in Costa Rica
By air: Domestic airlines offer service to Palmar Sur airport from San José. At the end of 45 minutes flight our guides will be waiting for you at the airport, they will be glad to guide you to our reception center, in Sierpe. You travel down the river and then follow the Pacific coast until you arrive at the lodge. These transfers are provided by our hotel. By automobile: Those who want to explore the beauty of the countryside and its exquisite nature, the Southern Interamerican Highway will take you to Sierpe from San José. Four-wheel drive vehicles are highly recommended. You can leave the car in our Reception Center without extra charges and with security 24 hours. You travel down the river and then follow the Pacific coast until you arrive at the lodge.
how this holiday makes a difference
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The goal at our Osa Peninsula vacation accommodation is to be an example, to give back to our communities and, to work together to preserve the natural heritage of Corcovado for future generations.
We make a monthly donation to the "Corcovado Foundation" to help support projects that this organization undertakes to save endangered wildlife and promote conservation in the Osa Peninsula. More than 80% of our staff is from the local community; this helps support and offer economical options to over 30 families. The people from our area can see that conservation and eco-tourism can provide a good income while protecting our environment for our children and for the future. We are proud to be such an important part of preserving Corcovado for future generations and providing an example of sustainable and responsible tourism. In our gift shop we offer items handmade by national as well as local artisans to help support their art as well as temporary tattoos that fund conservation in the Osa. We also have post cards made by the children of our local school in Drake Bay. We use compact fluorescent light bulbs of low consumption. Also our buildings have been designed to take advantage of the natural light. We promote in our central (San José) office, in Sierpe and in our hotel practices to save water and electricity. All our offices use recycled paper.  We use alternative energy sources such as solar panels to produce electric energy, solar convection / propane gas hot water system, sun drying of clothes in a special transparent roofed building and storage of energy in battery banks for night time use. All of our installations both for our guests and employees are identified with plaques for increased safety and to promote conservation. There are also signs around the grounds and surrounding areas to encourage healthy interaction with the wildlife and the environment. We use plastic crates to transport vegetables and other products to our hotel to lessen the amount of cardboard boxes that are used. Bath amenities are biodegradable and in recyclable packaging. We also use dispensers. We educate our clients and our employees about sustainability, safety and conservation of the environment and resources such as electricity and water. During your stay with us you can help us to protect the Osa Peninsula and our planet. We offer horseback riding where you can observe nature and the wildlife with our neighbour, Gregorio Alemán, or visit the local farm, "Claro Del Bosque", where our neighbours will be your hosts, offering you a look at Costa Rica and its customs. We hope you will also enjoy our reception centre, "La Hacienda", in Sierpe built in the style of a typical Costa Rican "Hacienda" and decorated with photographs and elements that preserve that tradition. |
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