Wildlife & Tours: One of the many species of spiders
observed in the rainforest.
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Go by taxi early AM to Puerto Jiménez and fly into Sirena Station. The park is one of the areas with greater biodiversity in Central America. In a remote, exciting and isolated environment, offers a great opportunity to see larger mammals. Return by late PM. Take binoculars, hiking boots, camera, hat, insect repellent, bathing suit and a waterproof pouch. The cost includes your guide, park entrance fee, picnic lunch, snacks, water, taxi and airplane transfers.
4 people max.Cancellation fee within 72 hours (Nov.-April), or within 24 hours (May-Oct.) is $100.
4 personas $990.00
3 persona $965
1-2 persona $940
Self-Guided Trail:
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Beginning at the main lodge and looping through the prime forest into the secondary forest and lower bungalows, this trail features 18 marked points of interest that correspond with a biologist's guide book available at the reception. Easily learn about the flora of the forest in a short medium walk.
No charge
Plant a Tree in the "Volunteer Rain forest”:
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Contribute to sustainable development in the Lapa Rios reforestation program by transplanting a primary rain forest seedling to an area of second growth. Participants will learn about “their tree”, its role in the ecosystem and receive a certificate to commemorate their efforts. Gift certificates can be purchased on behalf of others and the trees planted in their honor.
Plan 10-20 minutes, planting is at 7AM or 4:30PM when the soil is cool.
Per tree $25
Enjoy a typical Costa Rican breakfast in the Ramirez Agro-Turistic Farm, 2 miles west from Puerto Jimenez. Get a real sense of how local farmers work and subsist in a sustainable way. Milk a cow, work the sugar mill and enjoy a good fresh coffee. Head off to Puerto Jimenez and learn about its culture, its history, and its development. A walk around town will teach all this and at the same time allow you to do some souvenir shopping. Contribute to sustainable development by supporting the local economy.
Half day.
Per person $35 + $40 round trip transfer
The Carbonera School:
Wildlife & Tours: Local girl on her bike at the Lapa Rios sponsored Carbonera School. Click photo to enlarge
On Tuesday and Thursday, we will be pleased to take guests to our local school for a visit with the children. Any sharing you can contribute - songs, stories, photos, reading - is highly encouraged.
Depart at 8:15AM.
No charge
Sustainability Tour:
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Led by our coordinator, this highly recommended tour will take you around the lodges’ premises and allow you to see and understand all the daily practices and efforts Lapa Rios does regarding sustainability. From Biodegradable building materials to the bio-gas produced by our pigs.
Experience what soccer is all about in Costa Rica. Live the passion of soccer and participate in a game with the locals and employees. A guaranteed lifetime experience.Tuesday or
Thursday 1-1:30 hr No Charge
Tours offered by community members though NOT a part of Lapa Rios
Wildlife & Tours: Wildlife observation and bird watching from the bridge leading to the Lapa Rios bungalows.Click photo to enlarge
Most tours require 24 hours advance notice and all guides charge a cancellation fee, sometimes as much as 100%. Length of time for all tours is approximate. Tour prices are subject to change without notice. Tours and guides are endorsed by Lapa Rios.
Please note that on occasions the guide and services may not be available.
Therapeutic Massage:
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The masseuse offers massage therapy sessions to foster a greater sense of health and relaxation. In a private room which overlooks the forest and the beach.
$50-for 50 min.
Hatha Yoga lesson:
Yoga Deck
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Meet at the private yoga deck, next to the massage room, and obtain harmony and balance for body and soul. Cushion mat provided.
"Communicating with our office via e-mail, phone/fax is difficult.
Often hours pass without any phone service to the remote Osa Peninsula.
Please have patience and keep trying."
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