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Selva Bananito Lodge, which opened its doors in December of 1995, is a secluded
rain forest lodge situated 20 km south and 15 km inland of Puerto Limón on the
Atlantic side of Costa Rica. It is owned and operated by the Stein family, who
moved to Costa Rica from South America 26 years ago.
For the seasoned and new traveler alike, the lodge provides first-rate comfort
while trying to limit human impact on the environment. Our eleven spacious cabins
are constructed of beautiful, salvaged wood and stand at least 10 meters from
one another. They feature large, tiled bathrooms with solar-heated water, one
queen sized and one full sized bed, or two queen-sized beds, ample decks, and
hammocks. To maintain a more natural night-time atmosphere, we use no electricity
but provide portable lamps for nighttime reading.
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From Selva Bananito Lodge you can see not only the private reserve, but also
a portion of Central America's largest expanse of protected wilderness areas,
La Amistad Biosphere Reserve, which is more than 1 million hectares (2.4 million
acres) in size. The Stein family's land shares borders with this enormous reserve.
The nonprofit foundation the family established has been instrumental in leading
land and watershed protection efforts on behalf of the Amistad Biosphere Reserve
and regional residents. One third of the family land (415 hectares or 1,000
acres) is used for sustainable agriculture and cattle management. Here you will
find open areas such as the valley of the Bananito River and its reforested
pastures (left), which are ideal settings for bird watching.
Stunning fauna and flora.
More than 850 hectares ( 2,000 acres ) of primary rain forest Waterfalls.
A garden with exotic heliconia flowers.
A diversified farm which offers examples of traditional, sustainable agriculture
in the lowland tropics.
An environment that combines human land use with conservation.
True relaxation or daily physical challenges.
Rain forest study programs for schools, colleges, or special interest groups.
Spanish immersion courses in the midst of the tropical rain forest.
Special family programs.
Spectacular bird watching.
Hiking through the rain forest in the company of a guide.
Tree climbing to explore the canopy of giant trees.
Bicycling through rural, tropical farm land.
Horseback riding.
Rappelling down waterfalls.
Overnight camping in the rain forest.
Relaxing in clean river and creek pools.
This hotel offers a unique and authentic experience off the beaten track. Excellent
service in charge of a Costa Rican family very concerned about the protection
of our natural resources. Lodge in middle of the wilderness. You should be in
good physical conditions to enjoy the activities in the lodge.
| TEL.:
506 3861005 |
FAX:
506 3861005 |
