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Cocalito Lodge is situated in Drake Bay, on Costa Rica's spectacular Osa Peninsula where a vast tract of the virgin jungle greets the lazy surf of the pacific ocean. Accessible only by air or by boat, the entire peninsula preserves a deep history of gold, pirates, and an ancient native culture. The area's rainforests represents, "the most biologically intense place on earth", according to National Geographic. This wildlife refuge protects endangered species such as the jaguar, crocodile, tapir, golden frog, harpy eagle, and has one of the worlds largest populations of the scarlet macaw. Cocalito's main lodge and cabins are situated on the best swimming beach in the area, and all enjoy a dramatic vista of the sandy beaches, adorned with shady, wild almond trees and coconut palm.

drake bay hotels costa rica cocalito lodgeOur botanical gardens offer a carefully selected variety of flowers, fruits, and nuts, to tempt the appetites of our jungle friends. Majestic scarlet macaws, toucans, sloths, parakeets, humming birds, and mischievous white faced monkeys are among those frequently visiting. From the beach you can snorkel among the volcanic rock heads, where colorful fish play in the coral branches, or, you can soak in the warmth of a tidal pool. Perhaps you may just feel like choosing a book from our library and enjoy a cool, fruit cocktail in one of our shady hammock locations. Not to be missed are one or two of our many excursions to experience the enchantment of the peninsula and nearby islands. When you have played up an appetite, your palate will be tempted by our authentic local and international cuisine. Our restaurant, open from 5:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m. serves fresh, organic produce prepared with seafood's and pastas, barbecued over red embers, or grilled with fresh herbs from our gardens. If you have any dietary requirements please let us know. Cocktails, beer, wine, snacks and soft drinks are also available. Dine on one of the terraces by moonlight and torches, to the soothing rhythm of the surf and the exotic aroma of the jungle.

costa rica drake bay hotels cocalito lodgeOur rustic cabins are finished with natural hardwoods and crafts. Each one features a private bath and spacious sleeping area. There are lights in the cabins. The cabinas are cleaned daily and fresh towels are provided. Pure water is available from the kitchen for drinking. Laundry service is available, as is a secure safe for your valuables. Luggage storage is also available.

Access to Cocalito Lodge is by air and ocean only. By air you can fly via Travel Air, Sansa or aboard any charter flight. There is a new airport in Drake Bay, which will allow you to fligh directly from San Jose to Drake Bay. The flight costs $180 round trip. By bus, you trip begins with a 6 hour ride from San Jose to Pal Mar Norte, which traverses through the Talamanca mountain range. From Pal Mar Norte you will need a taxi, which will cost approximately $25.00, to take you to the lazy town of Sierpe, where you can catch the Cocalito launch to Drake Bay. The launch to Drake Bay is $40.00 round trip.

 Cocalito Lodge Package Rates
Standard Rooms
Cabinas
Adventure Packages

4 days/3nights
Includes 3 nights lodging, 3 meals daily & 2 excursions.
You can select from Corcovado National Park, Cano Island or Rio Claro with return transportation in taxi and boat from Pal Mar to Drake Bay

All Rates Per Person
Single - $463
Double - $426
Triple - $389

Additional Nights
single $86 / double $74 triple $62

All Rates Per Person
Single - $573
Double - $481
Triple - $445

Additional Nights
single $123 / double $92 triple $80

Cocalito's Day Tours

Night at Jungle Ranch
Our private 100 acre jungle reserve is refuge to a host of rainforest wildlife and flora and fauna. Kinkajous, sloths, spider monkeys, howler monkeys, white face monkeys, squirrel monkeys, jaguarundis, ocelots, mot mots, trogans, humming birds, amazon green parrots, scarlet macaws, parakeets, toucans, iguanas, lizards and morpho butterflies are some of the frequently spotted jungle inhabitants. We have even seen such endangered species as the majestic harpy eagle, goldenfrog, tapir, wild boar, jaguar, puma and black panther here.

There are trails taking you along the stream to a little waterfall with a swimming pool at the base. These trails are not travelled by other visitors and your chances of seeing wildlife is improved greatly. Let our experienced bilingual guides take you hiking on our trails and show you some of the enchanting mysteries of this spectacular rainforest reserve. This is truly a bird watchers paradise. There is something rejuvenating about the combination of sunshine, lush jungle vegetation and cascading waterfalls of crystal clear mountain springs. We are committed to preserving this valuable tract of forest and its' inhabitants and The Private Jungle Reserve

Corcovado Jungle Eco Lodge
your tours through this reserve will help to keep it intact. Up until the 1970's this was a popular site for gold mining in the gold rich streams flowing through the property. The largest gold nuggets in the National Gold Museum come from this area. Today the only treasure we take from here are the photos and memories you will forever cherish of this magnificent eco system. Explore the treasures of Drake Bay and discover the enchanting wealth of bio diversity and adventure this area has to offer. The Lodge is nestled in the heart of the virgin rainforest it is an adventure just getting to this jungle retreat! Located just a few kilometers inland from Drake Bay this jungle eco lodge gives you an opportunity to experience first hand the magic of this magnificent reserve which connects to Corcovado National Park border. Located in the agrarian village settlement of Los Planes and surrounded by vast expanses of rain forest reserves you'll have the opportunity to hike private trails to refreshing waterfalls and rivers or a hammock in our botanical gardens where we have carefully selected a variety of flowers, fruits, and nuts to tempt the appetites of our jungle friends. Majestic scarlet macaws, toucans, parrots, hummingbirds, motmots, trogans, morpho butterflies, mischievous white face monkeys and howler monkeys are among our frequent visiting diners. Then by the light of the moon and the enchanting sounds and aromas of the jungle maybe you can catch a glimpse of some of the local wildlife pizotes, kinkajous maybe even a wild cat from your deck. The surrounding wildlife refuge is home to many endangered species including the jaguar, black panther, puma, ocelot, jagarundi, tapir, golden frog, harpy eagle and has the world's largest population of scarlet macaw. The lodge has 4 bedrooms as well as camping facilities. You can arrive in 4 wheel drive, on horseback or hiking. The restaurant specializes in traditional dishes prepared with the organic fruits, vegetables, and herbs in season. Come and experience the enchanting sights, sounds and smells of this magical rainforest reserve in our friendly jungle eco lodge. Our Accommodations
We have four double cabins located on the second floor or the lodge. These comfortable, clean yet rustic cabinas are constructed and furnished with local hardwoods. They all have adjoining terraces to enjoy the view and activity of our jungle friends in our surrounding botanical gardens. we have fresh organic oranges, pineapples, coconuts, guayabas, guavas, mamon chinos, mangos, avocados, bananas, platanos, yucca, zapotes, ginger, tumeric, nancy fruit, sweet lemon, lime, water apples, wild almonds, cashew fruit and nuts growing there amidst a fragrant array of flowers and orchids. The variety of birds and butterflies is amazing. Our third floor observatory/cabina enjoys a magnificent view of our 100 acre private jungle reserve and the ocean and sunset in the horizon. The observatory cabina sleeps up to 4 people. All cabinas are cleaned daily and fresh towels are supplied. Our restaurant specializes in local cuisine made with ingredients from our organic gardens. At night dine by candlelight and torches surrounded by the exotic aromas and sounds of the jungle setting.


 
Scuba Adventure
An exciting day with two dives just off Cano Island reserve, where you will see its pristine waters and coral reefs and fabulous ecosystem. Two full tanks, and transportation
$100.00
Deep Sea Fishing
Experienced captions will take you aboard our "no frill" deep sea fishing boat. No sonar or fighting chair, however, we often out-fish some of the more expensive boats. Sailfish, marlin, yellow tuna, dorado, wahoo, grouper, roosterfish, jackfish, barracuda, red snapper are just some of what you can catch.
Full day-$600.00
Maximum 6 persons

Half day prices and
offshore prices available.

Corcovado National Park
This tour includes your boat ride down the coast to the San Pedrillo Ranger Station, where you will be guided along the rainforest trails with a biological guide. Price includes guide, park entrance and boat ride.
$70.00
Waterfall Hike
From Cocalito, it's across a suspension bridge and through the local settlement before heading into the river system of Aguijitas. The waterfall, approximately 30 meters in height, will be the setting for an enjoyable picnic lunch. Guide included.
$25.00
Cano Island
Located about 11 kilometers from our beach front location, Cano Island is a biological reserve and uninhabited, except for park rangers. The island is the site of a pre-Colombian cemetery and of great archeological importance. Many artifacts can still be found, such as the round stone spheres made by native Indian people. Tour includes boat ride, guide, park entrance, picnic lunch and snorkeling equipment.
$70.00
Rio Claro / Sanjosecito Hike and Snorkel
This full day tour escorts you down the coast in launch to Sanjosecito a little cove with coral and fabulous snorkeling. After lunch it's onto hike and swim in the Rio Claro reserve and river/waterfall. Price includes boat ride, guide, reserve entrance fees, canoe rentals and snorkeling equipment.
$70.00
Horseback Riding
Ride horses through lush jungle reserves and gallop along beautiful pacific coast beaches. Excellent chance of catching glimpses of the local wildlife and birds as well as an entertaining tour with information on local medicinal plants trees butterflies and orchids etc Price includes horse rental, reserve entrance fees and guide.
$65.00
Night Rainforest Tour
Put on in fared goggles and rubber boots and explore the nightlife of the tropical rainforest. The guide, Tracie, is an authority on local bugs and mammals and provides an entertaining 3 hour tour. Price includes all equipment and guide.
$40.00
Wild Dolphin Encounter
Spend an exciting day in the deep seas surrounding Cano Island with trained marine biologists working with local populations of whales, dolphins and turtles. This foundation is dedicated to saving the local populations and is a wealth of knowledge in this area. Depending on conditions it is quite likely you will snorkel with the dolphins and do some interaction in their native environment. Price includes snorkeling equipment rental, park entrances and guided tour.
$95.00
Sunset Dolphin / Fishing Tour
Spend a few hours off shore fishing and tracking dolphins and enjoying the sunset.
$30.00

Cocalito Lodge
e-mail: Drake BayTravel@aol.com
Box #63, Pal Mar Norte
Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica CA
In Canada fax/telephone 519-782-3978
Fax/Telephone (Costa Rica) 011-506-770-8209