Honeymoon in the Tropical Rainforest of Costa Rica at Lapa Rios Ecolodge
Hear nature's most beautiful songs at Lapa Rios. Your bungalow opens to spectacular ocean views, allowing scented sea breezes in day and night. Sunbathe on your own private wooden deck, or cool off under a pleasant open air shower. Wander through the many rainforest trails and listen to the natural music of rainforest wildlife. And when night dances upon your shoulders, let the rhythms of the rainforest gently rock you to sleep.
Wildlife greets you at your door with the enchanting cry of exotic birds like the famous Scarlet Macaw, or the graceful canopy leap of the Squirrel monkey. Wander through the many rainforest trails and listen to the awesome music of the rainforest wildlife. And when night dances upon your shoulders, marvel at the brilliance of a starlit sky, letting you gently drift down the tides of sleep.
Lapa Rios will let you create the romantic honeymoon that you have always dreamed about:
Plant a tree in the lodge's private rainforest reserve and leave a memory of your unforgettable honeymoon.
Enjoy a unique romantic candlelight dinner by our swimming pool, overlooking the rainforest and magnificent Golfo Dulce that drifts away into the ocean.
What about a romantic boat ride in the nearby Golfo Dulce with a nature guide? Depending on the time of the year, you might be able to see sea turtles, whales and possibly swim with dolphins.
Adventure into nature: horseback ride along a pristine beach or hike into unspoiled rainforest waterfalls, featuring natural pools that will regenerate your soul.
Pamper your body with a unique massage in our rainforest-view massage room.
Since Lapa Rios began, honeymoon and anniversary couples attest to their truly tranquil and authentic rainforest holiday at the ecolodge and reserve. While all weeks during the year are a great time to enjoy the Lapa Rios experience, we recommend couples book the months January or February, April to June and then September to November. These months have few school holidays thereby limiting families-with-children traveling to Costa Rica.
Did You Know?
Lapa is the Costa Rican name for Scarlet Macaw. And by the way, Scarlet Macaws mate for life. They find a partner early in their lives and spend the rest of their lives with him or her. This is why you usually see them flying in pairs. If there is another Macaw accompanying them, it is most likely their child. We think that is quite special to spend your honeymoon in a lodge that is named after such a noble and faithful bird.
What Honeymooners Have Said About Their Experience at Lapa Rios...
“As soon as we entered, there was a special, magical air to Lapa Rios. We both admire your staff for their excellent jobs they have done and the pride they take in their work. When we first entered our bungalow we were delighted. Every thing we have done and experienced was “muy excellente” from the fine dining (and I can be tough to please) to our walk to the beach or our hike to the waterfalls.
Each activity was so much fun here than it could be anywhere. Even waking up at 6 am was pleasurable since we got to see wonderful wildlife like monkeys, toucans and Scarlet Macaws. We hope to celebrate an anniversary here one day. This place is absolutely perfect and a little slice of heaven. See you soon.” Jonathan & Jennifer Shur. More…
How About Creating Your Own Honeymoon Package?
At Lapa Rios we understand that “one size does not fit all” and would be happy to help you create your own honeymoon package. Just let us know how many nights you would like to stay with us (we recommend a minimum of three nights) and add on the activities that you would like to engage in. Choose from surf lessons, swimming with dolphins, wild waterfall hikes, horseback riding, Yoga at sunset and relaxing massages with views of the Golfo Dulce and Pacific Ocean. In some cases, we can make the reservation for the activities ahead of your arrival, but in other cases, we recommend you make your decisions upon arrival taking into consideration the weather and your mood. Take a look at our tours and activities page.
A quality restaurant experience in the middle of the rainforest? Fresh seafood, fine meats, local fruits and vegetables and exotic spices are important components in our fusion cuisine that has been featured in Bon Appetit Magazine. If you would like to see our breakfast or lunch menus or take a look at what is for dinner, follow the link to culinary highlights. Don’t forget to check out our new world wine list featuring a selection of fresh white wines and light red wines from Chile, Argentina, California and Oregon.
Combine your honeymoon in Lapa Rios with other unique destinations in Costa Rica.
How to Plan a Green Wedding and Honeymoon
Carbon Neutral Weddings
Since travel and transportation is one of the main culprits of global climate change, accounting for up to 1/3 of world-wide climate damaging greenhouse gas emissions, consider compensating for all of the carbon dioxide emissions released during your wedding.
STI provides simple complimentary carbon footprint assessments* for weddings of all sizes that wish to become carbon neutral. By definition, carbon neutral represents the point at which carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions have been identified, measured, reduced where possible and 100% of the remaining emissions have been offset through high quality renewable energy, energy efficiency and or reforestation projects.
Learn more about Green Weddings here.
At a minimum, most couples take responsibility for covering the cost to offset the impacts related to the wedding venue since these fees are usually less than US$250. Adding attendee hotel room and air travel related impacts costs a bit more, ranging from US$25-50 per person but is the only way to become truly carbon neutral.
In terms of next steps, please provide us with the following information, so we can provide you with an offset quote. With this information, you can decide if you want a 100% carbon neutral wedding or if you prefer to only offset some of your wedding impacts.
• Total square footage of the communal space within the wedding venue and the number of days it will be used. Also, note if the facility is heated and or air conditioned.
• The total number of hotel rooms reserved by wedding guests and the total number of nights they will be staying in them.
• Demographic data for wedding guests. Specifically, we will need to know where they're flying to and from i.e., what state and or country.
Option 1: This information can be broken down in percentages of wedding guests’ points of origin on a region-by-region basis (e.g., the U.S. can be broken down into four time zones).
Option 2: Or you can estimate the total number of long-haul flights (over 7000 miles / 11,250 kilometers e.g., round trip New York to London) and short-haul flights (under 7000 miles / 11,250 kilometers) taken by wedding guests.
• Estimated volume of waste generated during the wedding expressed in pounds or kilograms.
• Average number of miles driven to and from the wedding (e.g., from the local airport to the conference facility).
*Please note that STI charges a nominal fee for complex carbon footprint assessments (i.e., usually US$100-250).
Honeymoon
Your travel choice will affect the people, culture, economy and environment of the places you and your spouse visit during your honeymoon. Fortunately, there are some easy ways to ensure that the destination as a whole benefits from your visit, learn more here.
• Research Alternatives. Responsible travel decisions can strengthen local conservation efforts and enhance the natural integrity of the places you visit. Support companies with policies that consider environmental, economic and socio-cultural impacts.
• Travel Lightly. Discover life from a locals' perspective. Consider walking, ride a bike, or use public transportation. Rent hybrid vehicles and choose to travel by train rather than plane when possible. Calculate and offset unavoidable carbon dioxide emissions emitted by your travel.
• Respect Local Cultures. Respect the values and beliefs, and accept the differences of local people and other cultures. Foster a greater understanding of their customs and social norms and learn about their environmental issues before you visit.
• Spend Locally. Ensure that local people benefit from your travels. Buy locally produced organic and fresh food when possible. Spend money in community or locally owned businesses and use the services of tour operators, outfitters and accommodations that employ local people.
• Natural Resource Use. Reduce, reuse and recycle when possible, and think about using water and energy efficiently. Consider the method of waste disposal used by tour operators, outfitters and accommodations. Avoid products sourced from rare and endangered species.
• Protected Areas. Familiarize yourself and follow all advisories, rules and regulations when visiting protected areas. Whether they're voluntary or required, the fees you pay to enter these areas support local efforts to conserve them.
• Wildlife Viewing. Do not disturb wild animals or their habitat. Keep your distance and use binoculars if necessary. Never chase, harass or feed wildlife. Not only is it dangerous, it can also negatively affect and disrupt feeding and breeding cycles.
• Giving Back. Feel a sense of purpose when you travel. Find a project, health clinic or school to donate to, or volunteer your time and help improve trail conditions, monitor wildlife, restore riparian areas, or plant trees.
• Be Aware. Our hurried concept of time is not the same in other regions and in other cultures. Keep in mind that local people’s thinking will differ from your own. Ask before taking pictures of other people and respect their wishes.
• Be Adventurous. Remember that your guidebook is just that - a guide. Use it as a starting point, and then explore. If you want to truly experience a place, head off-the-beaten-path. Talk with the locals, find out what’s going on, and visit the places where they spend their leisure time.
Here is what we loved at Lapa Rios:
The warm, welcoming, knowledgeable, generous staff
The great guides and well planned walks
Your commitment to sustainability
Our bungalow – serenity! Comfort! Beauty! And animals all around!
The amazing wildlife that you are helping to preserve, and that you helped us to see and know.
How you caught, removed and released the dangerous fur de lance without harming it (Juan`s love for snakes is so great!)
The abundant and delicious food served with such and enthusiastic “buen provecho”.
How you welcome families of all kinds!
We arrived feeling weary and leave feeling replenished, inspired and changed.
Con cariño, Polly Attwood y Wendy Lanford, Cambridge MA
5 Leaf
World´s Best
Gold List
Top 50
Sustainable Standard
Since Lapa Rios began, honeymoon and anniversary couples attest to their truly tranquil and authentic rainforest holiday at the ecolodge and reserve. While all weeks during the year are a great time to enjoy the Lapa Rios experience, we recommend couples book the months January or February, April to June and then September to November. These months have few school holidays thereby limiting families-with-children traveling to Costa Rica. 
At Lapa Rios we understand that “one size does not fit all” and would be happy to help you create your own honeymoon package. Just let us know how many nights you would like to stay with us (we recommend a minimum of three nights) and add on the activities that you would like to engage in. Choose from surf lessons, swimming with dolphins, wild waterfall hikes, horseback riding, Yoga at sunset and relaxing massages with views of the Golfo Dulce and Pacific Ocean. In some cases, we can make the reservation for the activities ahead of your arrival, but in other cases, we recommend you make your decisions upon arrival taking into consideration the weather and your mood. Take a look at our tours and activities page. 
What Our Guests
Have To Say
Here is what we loved at Lapa Rios:
The warm, welcoming, knowledgeable, generous staff
The great guides and well planned walks
Your commitment to sustainability
Our bungalow – serenity! Comfort! Beauty! And animals all around!
The amazing wildlife that you are helping to preserve, and that you helped us to see and know.
How you caught, removed and released the dangerous fur de lance without harming it (Juan`s love for snakes is so great!)
The abundant and delicious food served with such and enthusiastic “buen provecho”.
How you welcome families of all kinds!
We arrived feeling weary and leave feeling replenished, inspired and changed.
Con cariño,
Polly Attwood y Wendy Lanford, Cambridge MA