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Luxury Lodge
Costa Rica

Lapa Rios
Peninsula de Osa

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Highlights

Eco-Luxury Accommodations: Lapa Rios offers comfortable, eco-friendly bungalows with private decks, blending luxury and sustainability while providing stunning views of the rainforest and ocean.
Immersive Rainforest Experience: The lodge is set within a 1,000-acre private nature reserve, allowing guests to explore one of the most biologically diverse areas in the world.
Guided Wildlife Tours: Guests can join expert-led tours to spot wildlife such as scarlet macaws, monkeys, and sloths, enhancing their rainforest experience.
Sustainability Focus: The lodge is a leader in ecotourism, recognized for its sustainable practices, including reforestation, wildlife protection, and community education initiatives.
Farm-to-Table Dining: The lodge offers fresh, organic farm-to-table meals made from locally sourced ingredients, served amidst the beauty of the rainforest.
Beach and Adventure Activities: Guests can enjoy nearby beaches and activities like surfing, kayaking, and snorkeling, as well as waterfall hikes and community engagement experiences.

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How to get there

Lapa Rios is located approximately 45 minutes by car from Puerto Jiménez Airport (PJM), the nearest airport on the Osa Peninsula. Puerto Jiménez is about a 50-minute domestic flight from San José International Airport (SJO). Once you arrive at Puerto Jiménez, Lapa Rios offers private transfers to the lodge, which takes guests through scenic rainforest landscapes.

Are children welcome?

Yes, Lapa Rios welcomes children and is family-friendly. The lodge offers a variety of activities suitable for families with children, such as guided nature walks, wildlife spotting, and educational experiences about the rainforest and sustainability. However, due to its remote location and focus on ecotourism, it is best suited for older children who can engage with nature and adventure activities like hikes and beach outings.

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How to spend your time here

Lapa Rios is widely recognised for its commitment to sustainability and environmental conservation. Their sustainability policy focuses on several key areas:

Conservation of Biodiversity: Lapa Rios is located within a 1,000-acre private nature reserve. The lodge actively protects the surrounding rainforest, which is home to diverse wildlife. Their efforts focus on reducing the impact of human activity and promoting reforestation.
Renewable Energy and Water Conservation: The lodge operates on renewable energy, primarily solar power. It also implements water-saving measures, such as rainwater collection systems, and treats all wastewater using eco-friendly systems to prevent contamination of the local environment.
Waste Management: Lapa Rios practices strict waste reduction, recycling, and composting. They aim to eliminate single-use plastics and encourage the use of reusable materials, ensuring minimal waste generation.
Community Engagement and Education: The lodge is deeply involved in the local community, providing jobs, supporting education, and running various conservation and sustainability awareness programs. They engage guests in tree-planting activities and educational tours to learn about the importance of protecting the rainforest.
Sustainable Agriculture and Local Sourcing: Lapa Rios focuses on sourcing food and materials locally to reduce its carbon footprint. The lodge serves organic, locally produced food, promoting sustainable agriculture practices and supporting the local economy.

Why we love Lapa Rios

Peninsula de Osa is a special place, rich in wildlife and relatively untouched and with 1,000 acres of private rainforest, Lapa Rios offers some of the best opportunities to encounter the wildlife that lives here.