Hotel
El Remanso
Carate
- Osa - Costa Rica
El Remanso is
that rare ecotourist vacation
that blends the wonders of the
rainforest with sandy Pacific
Ocean beaches. Our lodge is on
the Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica,
one of the world's greatest ecologically
diverse areas. The Osa Peninsula
is host to over 700 species of
trees, more than either the entire
country of the USA or Canada.
El Remanso Rainforest Wildlife
Lodge is located half way between
the town of Puerto Jimenez and
the famous Corcovado National
Park and is included in the Osa
National Wildlife Refuge which
now integrates over 5,000 acres.
This wildlife refuge protects
the biological corridor between
Corcovado National Park and Cabo
Matapalo.
The Osa Peninsula
in Costa Rica is one of the world's
most beautiful pristine tropical
rain forests of the world amd
a great eco-tourist holiday. You
can see vast amounts of wildlife
and botanical treasures. Scarlet
macaws, toucans, parrots, four
species of monkeys, five species
of wild cats, kinkajous and much
more can all be seen from El Remanso
lodging. Sandy beaches, rivers,
forest trails, tree climbing,
waterfalls and some of the world's
best birding and wildlife viewing.
Our lodge's 140 acres are surrounded
by ancient forest and its endlessly
fascinating and amazing jungle
and wildlife. Recent sightings
include jaguars, ocelots and several
species of rare endemic birds.
If you want to experience the
splendors of nature at its best
while relaxing comfortably you
will love to be with us at El
Remanso.
Our cabins built with
local fallen hardwood timber
If you are adventurous you may
want to experience the forest
canopy by climbing to the platforms
in the trees for exhilarating
views. Our many waterfalls on
the property can be enjoyed by
hiking or a four hour trip rappelling
down a series of four falls and
through shady pools. At the end
of the pools you will arrive on
our wonderful sandy beach.
Our cabins are
situated with ocean and forest
views where you can experience
the rain forest at its best in
comfortable and spectacular lodging.
Each cabin is
fully screened, has a private
bath, hot water, electricity provided
by a micro-hydroelectric plant,
a queen and single bed, and hammocks.
Relax on the front porch where
you can watch the gorgeous sunset,
while listening to the song sounds
of the forest.
We invite you
to share the wonder and richness
of seeing, feeling and living
immersed in the natural unity
of the rainforest where life's
pains and troubles just drift
away Come and enjoy an extraordinary
experience that will remain in
your memory forever.
El Remanso has just finished hosting
a yoga tour group after finishing
its new covered yoga deck. See
the photos. Inquire about hosting
your yoga retreat.
The El Remanso
Lodge is situated on 140 acres
of tropical rainforest. Care has
been taken in the creation of
the lodge to minimize the impact
of construction on this special
place.
We encourage
our guests to take advantage of
the wonders El Remanso by exploring
the grounds. Here are some of
the things you can see.
THE WATERFALLS
The El Remanso
property has 17 waterfalls. A
visit to the lodge is incomplete
until you have experienced some
of them. A magnificent 70 foot
waterfall will give you the best
massage of your life.
THE RAINFOREST
The diversity
of trees and plants on the 140
acres makes El Remanso a special
place. Silvia Solis, a biologist
graduate student from the University
of Costa Rica, is working on her
thesis about the pollinators of
canopy trees. Even the vines are
giants!
THE BEACH
The beautiful
wild trail through the forest
to the beach opens onto the wide
immensity of the Pacific Ocean,
with a fringe of coconut palms
framing the scene.
TIDAL
POOLS
Take a walk to
the beach at low tide and experience
the tidal pools.
THE WILDLIFE
El Remanso is
home to many animals and birds
including 4 species of monkeys.
THE VIEWS
Enjoy the many
scenic places like this sunset
over the Pacific.
THE SITTING
POOL
Relax and cool
off at the refreshing bar pool.
Sip a cool drink while watching
the orchids, monkeys and birds.
REFRESHMENTS
After walking
and enjoying all of the above,
you will want to enjoy an El Remanso
beverage.