Selva Bananito Lodge Lodge offers a vacation from the noise of modern life. Nestled in a remote corner of Costa Rica; Selva Bananito’s a secluded Ecolodge that actively practices sustainable tourism. At Selva Bananito Lodge, they recycle waste wood, compost, reforest and use solar energy. Selva Bananito Lodge sits on a private nature reserve protecting 2000 acres of rainforests. Also, a vital water basin that supplies 70,000 Costa Ricans. Patrons here wake up at nature’s pace starting at the break of dawn with birds, wildlife and morning sun.
Nature owns Selva Bananito’s sound waves; this Eco lodge lacks electricity, AC, windows, fans, Internet, and phones. Each Selva Bananito Lodge cabin also has breath-taking views enhanced by wide floor-to-ceiling folding doors with a discreet terrace for hammocks. Superior cabins have two queen size beds; standard cabins have a full size plus the queen size bed. Communal meals are shared with other guests and guides; the kitchen uses local ingredients fresh from the farm. Vegetarians should not worry about the food at Selva Bananito, in fact you will eat like kings here.
Activities at Selva Bananito come action packed or more inclined towards nature awareness and relaxing. Most essential of all, the Ecolodge provides sustainable knowledge through their bilingual guides. Daring travelers will have the chance to rappel down a waterfall. Or platform zip line across the jungle canopy and learn new tree climbing skills. Slower paced lodgers always luck out with plenty of sightings for bird watchers, wildlife spotting, horseback riding and forest walks. Selva Bananito Eco Lodge also gives its customers the privilege of planting trees to offset their carbon footprint. This is the perfect lodge if you are looking for a eco-friendly vacation away from bustling cities!
The road to Selva Bananito’s bumpy and wet with river crossings. A four by four vehicle is highly advised. Sedan users leave their cars behind at a meeting place where staff will pick you up. The waterfall hike tour and other jungle walks may extenuate those eco-tourists in poor condition. Selva Bananito patrons pay for seclusion and nature; this also means being far away from nightlife and markets. Bugs and insects are not a great issue. However, the lodge supplies each room with mosquito nets for extra comfort.
You will start in the community of Cahuita, cross beautiful beaches and observe various wildlife such as snakes, sloths, monkeys, anteaters, armadillos, raccoons, butterflies and many different bird species. Furthermore explore different medicinal plants, orchids, trees, ferns, vertebrates, invertebrates, sea and earth shellfish.
Whats Included: Transportation, guide, donation to the park, fruits, water and lunch
Recommended Ages: 5+
Tour Duration (approximately): 3- 4 hours
What to bring: Sunscreen, cap or hat, insect repellent, shoes or sandals, bathing suit, towel
Explore the aquatic wonders of Cahuita National Park. The glass fiber boat led by an expert captain and guide will introduce you to 35 different coral species such as the fire coral, Elkhorn and the Smooth brain coral, 123 different species of tropical fish such as the Queen Angelfish and the Blue Parrotfish, 44 species of crustaceans, 140 shellfish and 128 identified algae. Other species living in the turquoise waters are sea urchins, sea cucumbers, lobsters, sponges, hawksbill turtles and green turtles. After your snorkeling adventure, you will return to Cahuita Point, where you can swim in the peaceful and warm Caribbean Sea or just have a refreshment of tropical fruits.
Whats Included: Transportation, guide, equipment, fruits and water
Recommended Ages: 5+
Tour Duration (approximately): 2 – 3 hours
What to bring: Sunscreen, swimsuit, long sleeve shirt to cover your back, camera (ideally water proof), change of clothes, towel, cash for the entrance fee
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