Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge has reached a remarkable milestone in ecotourism, earning the Elite status from Costa Rica’s Sustainable Tourism Certificate (CST). Awarded by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT), this distinguished level of certification underscores Nicuesa’s dedication to preserving the environment, implementing sustainable practices, and supporting local communities. In this article, we delve into the...Read More
Step into the enchanting world of the Scarlet Macaw, where vibrant feathers and melodic calls paint the backdrop of your adventure at Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge. These magnificent tropical birds, with their resplendent plumage and unmistakable squawks, are not just residents of the lodge’s surroundings—they are the vibrant heartbeat of this lush ecosystem. Prepare to be...Read More
Family vacations should be memorable for all its members and whatever their ages. They need to offer activities and conditions that accommodate the different likes and dreams too! How about an unforgettable family vacation in the Costa Rican rainforest? How about Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge, a luxury, eco-lodge located on the Golfo Dulce in southern Costa...Read More
One of the many reasons, people from all over the world travel to Costa Rica is to see hundreds of birds that live permanently or migrate to and through Costa Rica. Whether the birds are flying south or north, bird lovers can observe these colorful creatures in many places in Costa Rica. One of the...Read More
When we imagine the idyllic wellness and yoga retreat, it is inevitable that the scene will include lush vegetation and a closeness to nature. This is Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge on the Golfo Dulce of Costa Rica. Not only is it nestled into the rainforest and the Piedras Blancas National Park, but it is also a...Read More
When we imagine our stay at Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge, we may associate it with relaxation, lounging by the beach, and contemplating the immense beauty of the Gulfo Dulce and the Piedras Blancas National Park. You are right! This is part of the Nicuesa Experience. Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge also has a variety of adventures that can...Read More
Costa Rica is the epitome of diversity in many ways. Not only can you visit cloud forests in the sky, peer down into a live volcano´s crater, but you can also delve into a little pocket of the world that is said to be home to around 5% of the world´s biodiversity. It is also...Read More
One of Costa Rica´s favorite yearly visitors that make their way from the cold poles to the warm, calm waters of the tropics, are arriving and it is an exciting time to be here to see them. Whale Watching Season in Costa Rica has arrived. Where to see them is the question. Let´s see the...Read More
For different reasons, some destinations reach fame over others. They are beautiful, interesting, exciting and development occurs accordingly. This is part of growing up and being the popular “tourist destination” kid on the block and in Costa Rica, there are many stand out places that are bucket list definites. Others remain just under the radar...Read More
Wanderlust has been unofficially adopted by the English language to replace “desire to travel” and we think that is the German word is well worth embracing! The thought of Wanderlust during these extraordinary times becomes even more desirable and we have some fantastic news to share with you! The global, UK based Travel Magazine, Wanderlust...Read More
Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge is one of the special places on the earth and where better than in Costa Rica for it to be! When we start a new year, it is healthy to propose new ways to lead a better life and then look for ways to put them into practice. This is where Nicuesa...Read More
It is always fantastic for guests to have amazing vacations when staying at Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge as they know it is a beautiful place to stay. When treasured guests recognize “going the extra mile” by the wonderful staff, the property feels a sense of pride and motivates the team to continue making their stay like...Read More
Costa Rica is world-famous for the incredible variety of ecosystems that are diverse as the animals that inhabit this beautiful little country. Because of its privileged location in the world bordered by the Pacific and the Atlantic Oceans, a majestic mountain range that runs down its center acting as a backbone, many animals have made...Read More
Imagine yourself in the middle of the rainforest, overlooking the ocean, savoring fresh, homegrown produce from an edible garden. This is Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge! This Enchanting Hotel property believes that when you travel, experimenting with and experiencing the local food should be a highpoint of your adventure. So, at this magnificent property, you will have the...Read More
Did you know that the far southern Pacific coast of amazing Costa Rica boasts 2.5% of the world’s biodiversity? Pretty impressive to say the least as is Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge that takes sustainable tourism to a whole new level in so many ways. This is sustainable tourism at its best and where better than a...Read More
What’s better than being in the rainforest? Being in the rainforest with expert scientists who can tell you fascinating stories about the animals and plants that live there. Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge in Costa Rica has invited celebrated U.S. scientists Howard Topoff, Ph.D. and Carol Simon, Ph.D. – both professors’ emeriti of The City University...Read More
More than dolphins, humpback whales and whale sharks will be swimming in the Golfo Dulce in Costa Rica the second weekend of September 2015. The beautiful Pacific gulf in southern Costa Rica by the Osa Peninsula will receive hundreds of swimmers for the 2015 Golfo Dulce Open Water Swimming competition, called “Cruce Aguas Abiertas Golfo...Read More
The last time I was at Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge, I was down at the beach cooling off from the hot sun in waist-deep tranquil waters of the Golfo Dulce, when suddenly there was a splash very close behind me. I turned quickly to look out toward the Gulf and was greeted by three Bottlenose...Read More
Whenever I travel anywhere that serves delicious meals, I always think, “How can I recreate this at home and enjoy it again?” In the case of Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge in Costa Rica, now I can. The Costa Rica rainforest lodge by the Osa Peninsula has released a free PDF downloadable Edible Landscape Garden Cookbook...Read More
Right behind Sweden and Norway as the top Green Countries in the World, is the little Central American nation of Costa Rica. According to the recently released 2014 Global Green Economy Index™ (GGEI), Costa Rica is the third best Green Country in the World. The Global Green Economy Index™ (GGEI) measures the green economic performance...Read More
There is a lot of talk in travel about eco-tourism and being sustainable. But what does that really mean? Is that simply turning off a few lights, not wasting water and recycling the trash? According to the United Nations, sustainability is “meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to...Read More
I never get tired of watching the monkeys in Costa Rica. It is so much fun to watch the cute, miniature-sized Squirrel Monkeys jump and play, and marvel at the ingenuity of clever White-faced Capuchin Monkeys. Spider Monkeys are wonderful to see swinging gracefully through the trees with their long arms, legs and tails. And...Read More
Down in the very south of Costa Rica there is a rainforest you dream to see. Thankfully off the tourism “superhighway” and explored only by adventurous intrepid travelers, it is a place of rugged mountains, plunging waterfalls, free-flowing rivers, striking beaches and magnificent towering trees in dense rainforest. Jaguars roam freely, scarlet macaws soar overhead,...Read More
“In a remote and lush corner of Costa Rica, lies a realm of giant trees, roaring monkeys, jaguars on the prowl, and breaching whales. This is one of the last places on Earth where virgin rainforest grows right to the high tide line, and a visitor might walk for hours – or days – along...Read More
