Pachira Lodge

Pachira Lodge, on the main canal across from Tortuguero village

Pachira Lodge sits on the banks of the main canal, facing Tortuguero village, about five minutes from the national park. There are no roads here, so every outing starts with a boat, which children love. It suits families, couples and groups who want a relaxed, well-organised base in the jungle.

Why we choose it

• Family rooms that work. Standard rooms have two double beds and take up to 4 people, children counted.
• A platform over the canal. It is the place to watch boats, birds and the evening light on the water.
• Quiet bungalows for couples. The Bungalows sit in the forest with a king bed, away from the main buildings.

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Rooms and views

The Standard rooms look onto the garden and have two double beds, which is why families book them. Couples can choose a Bungalow, with a king bed and the forest around it, or the Bungalow Superior, which adds air conditioning, a real comfort in Tortuguero's humid nights.

Accessible rooms are available, and we confirm the details with the lodge before you travel.

On the property

The pool is the centre of the afternoon, with the bar and restaurant close by for a cold drink at the end of the day. The spa offers massages and facials after a long walk in the park. Nature trails run through the grounds, and there are yoga sessions for slower mornings. The lodge keeps the atmosphere simple and natural, with the jungle sounds as the soundtrack.

Location and getting there

Pachira is on the main canal, about five minutes from the park, and the village is reached by boat or by air. We arrange the transfer in and out. From the lodge we book boat tours to watch birds and wildlife in the canals, guided hikes in the park, and night tours to see nesting turtles in season. Sloths and capuchin monkeys are regular sightings. Read more about Tortuguero National Park.

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