Rancho Naturalista is set on the ‘Caribbean Slope’ in the Cordillera Talamanca. At an altitude of 2970ft the lodge offers stunning views of Volcan Turrialba & Volcan Irazu. Rancho Naturalista is a wonderful getaway for bird watchers, hikers, photographers and naturalists. Over 430 species of birds have been recorded in the private forest reserve and within the local area.

Tucked away deep in pristine rainforest on the banks of the Pacuare River, this unique lodge has 19 beautiful bungalows topped with palm-thatched roofs. It is possible to raft to and from the lodge on some of the finest white-water rafting routes Costa Rica has to offer!