Laguna Lagarto Lodge

Recomended Lodge in Boca Tapada and the greater Maquenque area

LAGUNA LAGARTO LODGE - COSTA RICA

The Laguna del Lagarto rainforest lodge in Northern Costa Rica offers you 1250 Acres (500 Hectares) of virgin tropical rainforest with an incredible variety of fauna and flora. 350 different species of birds have been counted, amongst them the Great Green Macaw. The Lodge is operated in harmony with nature, under ecological guidelines. A perfect place for passionate bird-watchers and rainforest lovers. More than 10 km of well marked rainforest trails make birding and exploring nature easy, no matter whether you prefer to explore nature and wildlife on your own or with a naturalist or birding guide.

We wouldn't say that "getting there is half the fun", but we would say that the driving is easy and the views are spectacular! You´ll pass through several scenic ecosystems on your way to the Lodge:

From San José, follow the Panamerican Highway #1 towards the North-West, passing the international Airport Juan Santamaria. When reaching the intersection to Grecia, turn right and drive through Grecia town center. At the red metal church (it's worth a visit!) turn left, and at the next turn left again (around the church), then follow the signs to the crafts town of Sarchi, which is famous for its decorative paintings and ox carts.
Drive through Sarchí, then towards Naranjo. Follow the signs to Zarcero and Ciudad Quesada (road # 141). From Ciudad Quesada continue towards Aguas Zarcas and Pital.

As you descend, lies the famous warm low lands of San Carlos, producing sugar cane, yucca, pineapple and most of the citrus fruits grown in Costa Rica.

The road is paved clear to Pital, over 60 miles from San José, after which is a good gravel surfaced road for another 18 miles to Boca Tapada. And from there another 4 miles also on a firm gravel road to the Laguna del Lagarto Lodge.

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