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Lapa Rios, Costa Rica Vacations, Honeymoons and Luxury Travel Packages
 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, a destination matching everyone's idea of paradise
Lapa Rios was designed in harmony with the surrounding forest and beach environment. The main lodge and bungalows line three ridges and are connected by walking paths and steps. Built over 350 feet above the sea, Lapa Rios catches the cooling tropical ocean and forests breezes. The main lodge and the Brisa Azul restaurant soar 50 feet above the sea and, like the private 16 bungalows, are built of locally harvested materials and have intricately woven palm thatched roofs. Climb the lodge’s three-story circular stairway to overlook the forest canopy and breathtaking ocean vistas. Comfortable, locally made bamboo furniture and huge private decks aid relaxation amidst pristine nature.
Rain forest and ocean activities bring together guests and the community. Daily guest experiences include a variety of staff naturalist led rain forest interpretive hikes, bird watching walks and sustainable/educational local project visits. Ocean-mangrove boating trips, dolphin and whale watching, kayaking and surfing are offered by neighboring guides, as well as massages and yoga classes. Some guests’ highlights include a day hike in Corcovado National Park (via small plane transfer) or a night spent on the overnight platform; others find relaxing at the pool or hammock napping most memorable.
Lapa Rios is an ideal vacation for people who enjoy adventure in nature and want to be a part of conservation and local culture (often called Geotourism). The majority of guests are active couples, honeymooners and families (children over 6 years) looking for a more active and uniquely personal experience. Come be a part of ecotourism at Lapa Rios, become a traveler who participates in real sustainable tourism.
Lapa Rios Activities
 All guided tours in the Lapa Rios Reserve help support the ongoing maintenance and land preservation of the rich Osa Peninsula biodiversity. Choosing to hike and learn about the rain forest interconnectedness with our several trained, experienced local guides provides both you an authentic local interpretation and also the community employees continued economic support. Both staff and guests demonstrate the Lapa Rios mission that No matter how you cut it a tree left standing is worth more. Most hikes involve a vehicle drop off ride.
Meet naturalists at the Guide Hut. Hiking boots with high top socks are recommended, and/or use the supplied rubber boots. Take a walking stick and full water bottle. Long pants, long sleeved shirt and insect repellent, optional. Guidebooks or charts and binoculars are highly recommended. Lapa Rios has a telescope and quality binoculars. Enjoy this huge Reserve exclusively protected for use by Lapa Rios guests.
Lapa Rios Culinary Highlights
We do not have a chef at Lapa Rios. We are proud of our eight local men who have all learned how to cook, to bake, slice-chop-measure, to be continuously curious and be willing to face challenges and constant change, all while adding new skills and tastes differing from their own culture. This is a group of people courageous enough to leave their farm or village, shift to kitchen work (locally perceived to be woman's work), and learn how to cook from our experienced food manager and Lapa Rios owner. This powerful, supportive team has been created over time, through many trials and numerous evolutionary steps
Know some food items are seasonal, therefore unavailable. We offer organic coffee, free range poultry and wild caught fish, and constantly seek more organic produce.
Lapa Rios Family Vacations
Give your children the opportunity of a lifetime! Lapa Rios provides families with the ideal chance to immerse themselves completely in some of the last remaining lowland tropical rainforests of Central America. Removed from the distractions of telephones, television, computer games and the internet, your children will have the chance to learn about and experience a pristine topical rainforest to the fullest.
At Lapa Rios, we believe that the future survival of the rainforest is dependent on the education and commitment of the youth. While staying at Lapa Rios, your children will have the opportunity to:
Hike through our 1,000 acre private reserve and learn about the unique biodiversity of the rainforest. In addition to our numerous rainforest hikes, such as the Wild Waterfall tour, Matapalo tour, etc (all of which can accomodate children), your children may also choose to participate in the Kids Rainforest Tour, a hike specifically designed for them. Our experienced nature guides will lead them through primary and secondary forest as they learn about the area’s unique biodiversity in a fun, interactive manner.
Visit the nearby Carbonera School. Allow your children the opportunity to interact with children of another country and culture. Play soccer or share a favorite song or sport. A great way to experience true Costa Rican culture. Participate in a number of water activities, such as surfing, dolphin and whale watching, fishing and kayaking. Go horseback riding though the jungle and on the beautiful beaches of the Golfo Dulce.
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Phone: 1-800-330-8820 or 1-415-446-5252
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