Rancho Naturalista is considered to be one of the finest birding lodges in Central America. Rancho is known for its peaceful forest surroundings, comfortable well-kept rooms, excellent meals, family style atmosphere, knowledgeable resident bird guide(s), extensive trail system in pre-montane rainforest, banana and hummingbird feeders for the birds, bird bathing pools, and a bird list for the area of over 400 species. With all of that you can see why it is a favorite destination for birders and wildlife enthusiasts from around the world!

Accommodations:

Rancho Naturalista consists of 15 rooms, five in the main lodge and the other 10 in four cottages of two rooms each. All of the cottages have private bathrooms, two rooms in the main lodge have a shared bathroom, and one has a semi- private bathroom. Several of the rooms come with an amazing view of the valley. All of the rooms are comfortable and well maintained and have hot water. Balanced, nutritious meals are served family style in the dining room in the main lodge.

The water at Rancho Naturalista is safe to drink as well. A computer and internet access is available in the upstairs lobby of the main lodge, international phone service is also available.




Climate: Rancho Naturalista is located at an elevation of 3,000 feet on the Caribbean slope allowing for mild temperatures in the day and perfect sleeping conditions at night. Rain can occur at anytime but it is expected in the afternoons from May through October, with a break sometime in July to mid August.

Resident Bird Guides: A very important aspect to Rancho is the resident bird guide. They will help in pointing out birds on the balcony, taking you on walks on the property trails, and joining you to nearby Tuis Valley and/or day trips to Tapanti or Irazu. Their knowledge of the birds will add immensely to your birding experience while at Rancho, not to mention your life list!



 

Rates 2009

Green Season (from Apr 16th, May, June, Aug, Set, Oct, Nov to Dic 15th) $145.00 per person per night in double occupancy

Single Supplement US$30 per person per night from Apr 16th to Dec 31st.

High Season (from Dic 16th, Jan, Feb, Mar to Apr 15th and July) $190.00 per person per night in double occupancy

Single Supplement US$50 per person per night from Jan 01st to April 15th.

Price Include:

Lodging in Lodge or Cottage.

3 delicious meals per nights stay.

Coffee, tea, and fruit juice (sodas and alcoholic beverages are extra)

Resident bird guide throughout your stay.

Maid service.