Pacuare Lodge
This top-quality, sustainable riverside lodge deep in the Costa Rican rainforest offers rafting, zip-lining, wildlife and bird-watching.
Pacuare Lodge sits on a bend in the river in truly breathtaking surroundings. Shrouded by dense rainforest alive with birdlife and the constant roar of the river, this magical place is one of the most special places to stay in Costa Rica.
Despite the remote and wild setting, the lodge is stylish and luxurious with great attention to detail, harnessing solar and hydroelectric power. Open-walled, polished-wood guest cabins are peppered amidst the tropical gardens.
River Suites are a fine choice for seclusion and privacy. Or treat yourself to a Linda Vista Suite and enjoy your own pool. Top of the line Canopy Suites are reached by hanging bridges.
Facilities include a swimming pool where you can take a dip under the watchful eye of howler monkeys and toucans, while the lodge also has a spa and even a brewery. The kitchen is staffed by local people who have acquired their culinary skills through years of experience creating Costa Rican and fusion delicacies. Spend your days birding or following forest trails accompanied by naturalist guides, or opt for adrenaline activities such as zip-lining and canyoning.
To get here is an adventure in itself: a thrilling and exhilarating rafting journey along the pristine river under the full supervision of expert guides (or you can also arrive at the lodge by 4×4).
The lodge’s suites were built without any logging, and use 100% renewable energy through water turbines, solar power and a bio-digester. Many of the staff are members of the indigenous Cabécar community.
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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.
