OSA PENÍNSULA
Corcovado National Park
Corcovado is the last remaining Pacific lowland rainforest of sustainable size in Central America. It has been called "the most biologically intense place on earth" by the National Geographic Society. Here among Costa Rica's largest trees can be found Central America's densest populations of tapir, jaguar and scarlet macaws. Starting out from the lodge with your naturalist guide you journey into Corcovado National Park. The cool morning hours offer a good opportunity to spot wildlife and to observe some of the incredible variety of birds that abound in the park. Along the trail, your guide will have a chance to tell you some of the fascinating stories about life in the rainforest. Later, coming down through the forest, you will find a river and then discover an incredible waterfall. Now is your chance to cool off in one of the shaded pools of the rushing river. Afterwards, you wind your way down the river until reaching the Park Station at San Pedrillo.
Caño Island
Caño Island was once an important ceremonial site and burial ground for the pre-Colombian Indians. It's possible they abandoned the area when pirates began arriving - the first, according to legend, being Sir Francis Drake back in 1579. The island is now a National Park. There are no facilities, and visitor access to the interior is prohibited while important infrastructure work is carried out. However our boat can take you close to the shore, and you are welcome to wade ashore and stroll along the beach. A picnic lunch is laid out and served at the rancho on the Casa Corcovado long beach on your return. Includes: Guide, Transportation, equipment, park entrance tickets, picnic lunch. Schedule: 8.30am-up to 12:00 md (max. 4 hours) What to bring: extra water, sunscreen, sunglasses, sandals or water shoes, hat, swimsuit and a long sleeved shirt. Note: We are required by the regulations governing visits to the National Parks and Protected Areas of the Osa Peninsula to arrange and confirm any tours you have booked for Corcovado National Park , Sirena Park Station and Cano Island in advance. The quota of visitors admitted daily to each park station is limited by law. Because of the volume of people wanting to visit the park, making changes to your itinerary may not always be possible.
San Josecito Tour
Start your adventure in the morning as you head out with your guide for just a 15-20 minute boat ride. Arrive to a true, tropical paradise. San Josecito is a wonderful swimming beach sheltered in a coral-filled bay perfect for snorkeling. This is an excellent spot for beginners or more experienced snorkelers. All the gear is provided with optional flotation vests available if you wish. The guide will lay out the tablecloth and present a delicious picnic lunch served under the shady palms lining the beach. After lunch you can walk through the forest to a cool, flowing river for a refreshing swim. In the afternoon your boat will be waiting to carry you back to the lodge, taking along memories that will accompany you for a lifetime.
Corcovado National Park
Corcovado is the last remaining Pacific lowland rainforest of sustainable size in Central America. It has been called "the most biologically intense place on earth" by the National Geographic Society. Here among Costa Rica's largest trees can be found Central America's densest populations of tapir, jaguar and scarlet macaws. Starting out from the lodge with your naturalist guide you journey into Corcovado National Park. The cool morning hours offer a good opportunity to spot wildlife and to observe some of the incredible variety of birds that abound in the park. Along the trail, your guide will have a chance to tell you some of the fascinating stories about life in the rainforest. Later, coming down through the forest, you will find a river and then discover an incredible waterfall. Now is your chance to cool off in one of the shaded pools of the rushing river. Afterwards, you wind your way down the river until reaching the Park Station at San Pedrillo.
Caño Island
Caño Island was once an important ceremonial site and burial ground for the pre-Colombian Indians. It's possible they abandoned the area when pirates began arriving - the first, according to legend, being Sir Francis Drake back in 1579. The island is now a National Park. There are no facilities, and visitor access to the interior is prohibited while important infrastructure work is carried out. However our boat can take you close to the shore, and you are welcome to wade ashore and stroll along the beach. A picnic lunch is laid out and served at the rancho on the Casa Corcovado long beach on your return. Includes: Guide, Transportation, equipment, park entrance tickets, picnic lunch. Schedule: 8.30am-up to 12:00 md (max. 4 hours) What to bring: extra water, sunscreen, sunglasses, sandals or water shoes, hat, swimsuit and a long sleeved shirt. Note: We are required by the regulations governing visits to the National Parks and Protected Areas of the Osa Peninsula to arrange and confirm any tours you have booked for Corcovado National Park , Sirena Park Station and Cano Island in advance. The quota of visitors admitted daily to each park station is limited by law. Because of the volume of people wanting to visit the park, making changes to your itinerary may not always be possible.
San Josecito Tour
Start your adventure in the morning as you head out with your guide for just a 15-20 minute boat ride. Arrive to a true, tropical paradise. San Josecito is a wonderful swimming beach sheltered in a coral-filled bay perfect for snorkeling. This is an excellent spot for beginners or more experienced snorkelers. All the gear is provided with optional flotation vests available if you wish. The guide will lay out the tablecloth and present a delicious picnic lunch served under the shady palms lining the beach. After lunch you can walk through the forest to a cool, flowing river for a refreshing swim. In the afternoon your boat will be waiting to carry you back to the lodge, taking along memories that will accompany you for a lifetime.