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Las Caletas Lodge
LODGE
per person from US$70/80; )
This adorable lodge consists of cozy wooden cabins and safari tents perched above the pic-
turesque beach of the same name. The Swiss and Tico owners are warm hosts who estab-
lished this convivial spot before there was phone access or electricity (now mostly solar-
and hydro-powered). The food is delicious and bountiful, the staff friendly and the envir-
onment beautifully chill.
Proyecto Campanario
CAMPGROUND
2289-8694, in USA 888-722-6769;
www.campanario.org
; 4-day package per per-
son US$489)
Run by a former Peace Corps volunteer, this biological reserve is more of an education
center than a tourist facility, as evidenced by the dormitory, library and field station. Eco-
logy courses and conservation camps are scheduled throughout the year, but individuals
are also invited to take advantage of the facilities.
Copa de Arbol
LODGE
s/d from US$382/610; )
Though they look a bit rustic from the outside with their thatch roofs and stilts, these
cabi-
nas
are gorgeously outfitted inside - built with sustainably grown wood and recycled ma-
terials, each has a private terrace and air-con. The lodge, steps from the beach, is all laid-
back luxury, run smoothly by super-friendly staff. Paddleboards and kayaks are available
to rent.
Guaria de Osa
LODGE
2235-4313, in USA 510-235-4313;
www.guariadeosa.com
;
per person
US$150; )
Cultivating a new-age ambience, this Asian-style retreat center offers yoga, tai chi and
'Sentient Experiential' events, along with the more typical rainforest activities. The lovely
