Live The ‘Pure Vida’ In An Eco-Lodge In Costa Rica

When it comes to ecotourism, sustainability and renewable energy, Costa Rica is one of the top countries. The Central American nation features rugged terrains, rich rainforests and mountains making it a top destination for eco-tourists. There is a reason why Costa Rica boasts of the “pura vida,” because the pure life is the way to go here. Even better, wonderful eco-lodges are nestled in the scenery around the country just waiting for your visit. The following are just some of the options to choose from on a sustainable vacation in Costa Rica.

Experience nature in an eco-lodge in Costa Rica

Origins Lodge – Alajuela, northern Costa Rica

Located in Alajuela in the north of Costa Rica, Origins Lodge manages a perfect blend of eco-conscious living with a touch of luxury.  The eco-lodge nestles in a dense rainforest and offers its guests the opportunity to experience breathtaking views all around.

Meanwhile, this tranquil eco-lodge offers a serene nature retreat where guests awaken to the sounds of wildlife. The lodge boasts farm-to-table dining using ingredients sourced from its own organic garden and farm. Moreover, guests can relax and enjoy spa treatments using all-natural ingredients and a bamboo yoga studio. The eco-lodge is surrounded by hiking trails taking guests to a nearby waterfall and also offers nocturnal walks and guided bird watching.

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 Aventuras Naturales Yorkin – Talamanca

For a true eco-adventure, travelers can venture off the beaten track to visit a remarkable homestay in the Yorkin Indigenous Reserve. Located close to the Panamanian border, this is one of the last Indigenous communities of cacao growers, who still live off the grid in naturally-cooled thatched homes.

It isn’t easy to get here, but trips can be arranged through the Cooperative Consortium Nationa Ecotourism Network. The journey to get here is in a dugout canoe, heading through rapids on a roaring river, which is not for the faint-hearted. However, it is truly rewarding when guests can harvest, roast, grind and drink cacao – real chocolate in its purest form. Moreover, there is the opportunity to swim to a waterfall across the river in Panama, while staying in paradise.

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Rios Lodge – Limón Province, Costa Rica

Rios Lodge is an award-winning eco-lodge nestled deep in the rainforest in the province of Limón in Costa Rica. Meanwhile, the lodge is run by a team of family and friends and all the cabins are a few steps from the Pacuare River, where guests arrive via rafts.

Moreover, Rios Lodge is a tranquil sanctuary offering opportunities for relaxation, such as yoga classes and bird watching. The lodge also offers zip-lining, exploring waterfalls and a refreshing dip in a swimming hole for those seeking adventure. The nature surrounding the cabins includes a wide range of wildlife and birdlife, including howler monkeys and colorful toucans.

While the surroundings might sound wild, the eco-lodge operates off-the-grid, featuring clean hydroelectric energy and ten solar panels for power to the kitchen and dining area. Moreover, not only does the lodge promote ecotourism, but is also involved in regenerative tourism, working to safeguard its surrounding private nature reserve.

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Take time out in nature on a vacation in Costa Rica – you might find yourself not wanting to return home!