Costa Rica

Birding in Northern Costa Rica: Tanagers to Toucans

Program No. 22443RJ
If Spotted Woodcreepers and manakins are on your birding life list, join us for an exploration of northern Costa Rica! An estimated 894 avian species call this country home.

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At a Glance

What makes Costa Rica a paradise for enthusiastic birders? An unparalleled list of 600 avian species call this tropical nation home year round, while an estimated 294 species make an appearance during their annual migrations. Add to your birding life list as you join expert naturalists in Costa Rica’s northern habitats for explorations of the lowlands of Sarapiquí, the wetlands of Caño Negro National Park, the lush rainforests of Arenal Volcano National Park and a private refuge along the Gulf of Nicoya.
Activity Level
Outdoor: Spirited
This itinerary features early morning wake-up calls and multiple days with pre-breakfast birding activities. Walking up to three miles daily, over varied terrain in hot/humid conditions, long periods standing and extensive daily travel by bus. Elevations of 3,700 feet.
Micro Group
Micro Group
These adventures feature our smallest group size, with 12 participants or fewer.

What You'll Learn

  • Search for Keel-billed Toucans and the endangered Great-green macaw at the La Selva Biological Field Station.
  • Spot Mangrove Black Hawks and Mangrove Warblers on a boat ride through the mangrove swamps in the Gulf of Nicoya.
  • Discover why Caño Negro is one of the few nesting spots for the endangered Jabiru Stork.

General Notes

Maximum group size for this program is 12. All Road Scholar birding programs have a maximum participant-to-instructor ratio of 14:1 in the field. We adhere to the American Birding Association’s Code of Ethics. Learn more at http://www.aba.org/about/ethics.html
Featured Expert
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Roger Melendez
In the late 1980s, Costa Rican native Roger Melendez received both practical and theoretical training on the flora and fauna of his country at the La Selva field station of the Organization for Tropical Studies. He is a talented and experienced birder with an all-encompassing knowledge of tropical wildlife. Road Scholar participants have found Roger to be a charismatic leader who gives everyone personalized attention. He is a father of three and loves spending time outdoors with his family.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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In the late 1980s, Costa Rican native Roger Melendez received both practical and theoretical training on the flora and fauna of his country at the La Selva field station of the Organization for Tropical Studies. He is a talented and experienced birder with an all-encompassing knowledge of tropical wildlife. Road Scholar participants have found Roger to be a charismatic leader who gives everyone personalized attention. He is a father of three and loves spending time outdoors with his family.
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Meals
29 Meals
10 Breakfasts
9 Lunches
10 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Low Fat, Low Salt
Lodging
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Display
Dec 11, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025
  • Dec 11, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025
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  • Oct 08, 2024 - Oct 18, 2024
  • Nov 03, 2024 - Nov 13, 2024
  • Dec 01, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024
  • Dec 07, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024
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  • May 11, 2025 - May 21, 2025
  • Oct 15, 2025 - Oct 25, 2025
  • Nov 04, 2025 - Nov 14, 2025
  • Dec 03, 2025 - Dec 13, 2025
  • Dec 11, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.
1 night
San José
The Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel and Convention Center has 229 spacious rooms with modern conveniences and a long list of amenities that are meant to accommodate business travelers as well as vacationing families. It is conveniently located a short distance from San José's Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel has earned a Level 3 Certification for Sustainable Tourism by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
2 nights
Puntarenas
The Ensenada Lodge is part of a national wildlife refuge on the Gulf of Nicoya, just 2.5 hours from San José and 1.25 hours from Liberia. The lodge has an ongoing reforestation project and a working farm that takes great pride in its sustainable practices. Accommodations are provided in comfortable bungalows facing the Gulf of Nicoya.
2 nights
Cano Negro
Attractive lodge located within walking distance of the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Comfortable bungalows are surrounded by well-tended gardens and walkways.
2 nights
Chilamate
Nature Lodge built along the banks of the Sarapiqui River. Room modules are built on elevated platforms, surrounded by tropical vegetation. A large tract of private primary and secondary rainforest is accessible via a hanging bridge.
2 nights
La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is the only lodge within Arenal National Park and is protected from danger by a deep gorge of the Agua Caliente River.
1 night
San José
Pet-friendly hotel with lush tropical gardens and trails, located about 5.5 -6 miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport.





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