Origins Luxury Lodge
A luxurious lodge in north-west Costa Rica, offering spectacular views and a blend of relaxation and soft adventure.
Perched on a mountainside within a private reserve in north-west Costa Rica, Origins offers a luxurious escape for relaxation and soft adventure amid rivers, forests, and soothing pastures near Bijagua de Upala.
Wake to the call of howler monkeys, explore the wildlife-rich jungle, then unwind in a hot tub on your private terrace overlooking the valley. Lounge in the mineral-fed infinity pool, indulge in the spa, and practise yoga and meditation before savouring dishes crafted from the organic garden. The road to the lodge is very rugged – but the rewards are more than worth the journey.
A handful of standalone Luxury Lodges cling to the hillside, their living roofs blending seamlessly with the landscape. Each features handcrafted canopy beds, hardwood furnishings, and spacious bathrooms with indoor and outdoor rainfall showers. Panoramic terraces offer sweeping views – stretching as far as Lake Nicaragua on a clear day – with binoculars provided for wildlife spotting.
At dinner, enjoy French-inspired cuisine paired with fine wines from the lodge’s cellar. Whether dining al fresco or relaxing in your lodge, nature is ever-present. The communal area boasts a living roof of mosses and flowers, while the spa offers plant-based treatments – from volcanic stone massages to herbal body wraps and scrubs.
Guests on a full-board basis enjoy complimentary activities such as waterfall hikes, horse riding, yoga, birdwatching, and night walks. For added adventure, the lodge can arrange river tubing, white-water rafting, and chocolate tours.
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Why choose Journey Latin America for your holiday
We’ve been planning trips to Central and South America for over 45 years, longer than any other UK specialist. Every holiday is built around you by a Travel Expert who has been to the places they recommend, with support from your first enquiry to the day you fly home.
Rosie embarked on a year-long backpacking trip across Latin America. She is excited to share her knowledge and experiences with others.
Finn discovered his passion for travel on an extensive 18-month trip to Latin America, experiencing the vibrant Carnaval in Rio, the end-of-the-world city of Ushuaia, trekking the Andes and volunteering on the Galápagos Islands.
Maggie visited Latin America on her first backpacking trip when she was 19. Since then, she has taken every opportunity to travel, and has managed to explore a lot of the region in subsequent trips.
Gary discovered what he had been missing with his first foray into the wilds of Latin America. In his role as Product Manager, he combines this personal obsession with years of industry experience to help ensure that travellers will fall for the region every bit as much as he has.
