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Our Costa Rica lodge sponsors Tree Day celebration

Drummer from school at Playa CativoIt was a truly amazing event on June 15th as an animated group of young school children paraded with their drums at the Aboretum Luis Jorge Poveda Alvarez in the Reserva Forestal of Golfo Dulce. This band of drums made of recycled buckets is called “The Downpour,” and the little drummers put on an entertaining show during the celebration of the Centenarium of Tree Day in Costa Rica.

Celebrating its second anniversary on the same day, the Arboretum is an initiative of ACOSA (Osa Conservation Area), SINAC (National System of Conservation Areas) and MINAE (Environmental National Ministry).

This was the second year that Playa Cativo Lodge in Southern Costa Rica donated all of the t-shirts for the event and staff from our rainforest lodge also took part in the reforestation activities. Playa Cativo also participated in a hands-on project by planting a number of endangered-tree species to create an area called the Centenarium Forest.

Playa Cativo is a green ecolodge in Costa Rica and committed to preserving the environment for future generations.

Click here to see “The Downpour” band video.

Enjoy a Travel Theme Escape to Our Luxury Eco Lodge in Costa Rica

Birds 1 (Copy)It’s time to plan your next Costa Rica getaway and Playa Cativo Lodge is a perfect escape where you’ll experience the incredible beauty of the Costa Rican rainforest, numerous outdoor activities, beachfront setting and the finest in farm-to-table dining at our rainforest eco lodge.

Playa Cativo has developed a number of exciting travel themes for 2015 – from birdwatching trips and family vacations to health and wellness workshops and yoga retreats. Check your calendar, and let up help you set up a vacation of a lifetime!

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Rainforest Activities, Tours and More at Our Costa Rica Lodge

Birds 1 (Copy)Have you visited Playa Cativo Lodge in Costa Rica yet? If you have, you are aware of the many spectacular outdoor activities at our beachfront eco lodge in the rainforest! We offer numerous self-driven, private, guided and third-party tours to totally experience the beauty of Playa Cativo and the surrounding area.

During your stay at our luxury Costa Rica lodge, you will enjoy a complimentary guided tour. You may choose from a 45-60 minute self-guided walk on the Playa Cativo property,  a standup paddle or kayak experience or a snorkeling adventure at Cativo Bay.

Families are encouraged to take our Off-Grid Alternative Energy Tour. It’s a great way to teach children about responsibility and how Playa Cativo Lodge operates at 100% clean electric energy with off-grid hydroelectric power and solar panels.

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Finding a Luxury Eco Lodge in Costa Rica

One Couple’s Internet Journey to Find the Perfect Costa Rica Getaway


?????????????????????????????????????????It was time to plan our next Costa Rica vacation, and my husband and I had a dilemma. While I was dreaming of a romantic getaway and luxury accommodations, my husband wanted a taste of the tropical rainforest and close encounters with wildlife! We decided to search online for Costa Rica luxury eco lodges with first-class service and authentic wildlife observation. We knew it wouldn’t be an easy task!

Late at night there’s no chance of finding a reliable travel agent for our trip to Costa Rica, so our search started with Google. We were amazed at the different rainforest lodges, options and qualities. Soon we started to focus on eco lodges with sustainable operations.

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Stand Up and Paddle at Our Costa Rica Lodge!

Paddle Board in Playa CativoIf you are looking for a luxury hotel in Costa Rica offering excellent outdoor activities and natural beauty in a quiet and private setting, Playa Cativo Lodge in Costa Rica is the perfect destination for you!

One of our guests’ favorite activities at Playa Cativo is stand up paddle boarding and kayaking. You’ll think you are in paradise as you explore the glorious coastline and Cativo Bay. Check out the varieties of fish, manta rays and turtles in the morning’s crystal clear water.

The Playa Cativo staff is ready to help you outfit and launch your paddle board or kayak. And, they will be ready to greet you upon your return. We hope you will visit us soon!

Coming Soon: Nonstop Flights from London to Costa Rica!

Playa+Cativo_rainforestBritish charter airline Thomson Airways plans to make it very convenient to fly to Costa Rica for a stay at Playa Cativo’s rainforest eco lodge! The airline will have nonstop flights between London and Liberia, Costa Rica, starting in November of 2015 — just in time for a 2015 holiday season getaway.

According to the Costa Rican Tourism Board (ICT), the UK is fourth in the largest source of tourists from Europe to Costa Rica . . . and Thomson Airways plans to fly to Liberia once a week from Gatwick Airport in London.

Isn’t it time to plan your next trip to Playa Cativo in Costa Rica?

 

Relax in Luxury Accommodations at Our Boutique Costa Rica Hotel!

playa_cativo_eco_lodgeWith its beautiful Costa Rican rainforest setting, Playa Cativo Lodge offers luxurious and comfortable accommodations in a harmonious and natural environment. The eco lodge features Deluxe, Luxury and Premium guest rooms, constructed from precious reclaimed hardwood and colorful tile works crafted by local artisans. With breathtaking ocean views, all of our elegant guest rooms are only a few short steps to the beach!

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Our New Costa Rica Eco Lodge Offers the Finest in Farm-to-table Cuisine

Dining at Playa CativoPlaya Cativo’s gourmet restaurant, El Gavilán, offers guests a truly spectacular dining experience. From the finest and freshest of ingredients to the innovative and artistic presentation, you will be amazed at the impressive menu as you relax in a breathtaking setting.

Our staff will help you pair your farm-to-table meal with a glass of fine wine from our excellent wine list. You may also enjoy an ice-cold Costa Rican craft beer with dinner. Be sure to sample one of our signature tropical cocktails created with premium spirits. (Freshly squeezed fruit is used in all smoothies and juices for cocktails.)

The Playa Cativo Farm grows on-site fresh organic produce for El Gavilán Restaurant, just like the organic program at our award-winning sister property, Goodstone Inn & Restaurant in Middleburg, Virginia. Some of the organic products we grow on the farm include tomatoes, carrots, yucca, relish, peppers, beet, cilantro, celery, mustard, basil, green beans, beans, cucumbers, plantain as well as many herbs. We also grow such fruits as pineapples, coconuts, papayas, bananas, passion fruits, limes, oranges, mangos, star fruit and a large variety of exotic fruit.

Our Playa Cativo Chef has a wonderful food blog. If you read Spanish, please be sure to visit Chef’s site at Welcome to My World Blog.

Playa_Cativo_Eco_Lodge_Dining Chefs at our eco lodge

How to Get to Our Eco Lodge in Costa Rica

 

playa_cativo_ecolodge_boatingImagine sitting in your office with papers stacked high upon your desk today . . . and sipping a tropical specialty drink in your private casita on the beach at Playa Cativo tomorrow! Let our Guest Services team help you plan the details for your trip to our luxury rainforest lodge!

Direct flights enter Costa Rica from many cities in North America, Central America, South America and Europe. A valid passport is required and a visa is necessary for some countries. (United States citizens do not need a visa.) Most international flights arrive at Juan Santamaría Airport (our preferred airport) near San José, and some fly into Daniel Oduber Airport in Liberia, which is farther from Playa Cativo.

Once in Costa Rica, you can choose between air transportation (55 minutes from San José) and ground transportation (5-7 hours) to get to Puerto Jimenez or Golfito, the two local ports of entry to Playa Cativo. The last portion of your voyage is a 25-minute scenic boat ride into the heart of the rainforest, courtesy of Playa Cativo Eco Lodge.

SANSA and Nature Air operate daily domestic commercial flights. Private charter flights are also available. We are happy to plan your domestic travel arrangements, including to and from other destinations in Costa Rica. Please keep in mind that all domestic flights have a 30-pound baggage limit per person. Heavier baggage or extra luggage might not be carried the same day, and will probably require an extra fee.

Call or email us now to make reservations for a Costa Rica experience you will never forget! Visit www.playacativo.com for details.