Pacuare Lodge
• Linda Vista Villas: Spacious suites with breathtaking views of the river and rainforest, featuring a king-size bed, indoor/outdoor showers, a long deck, and a private dipping pool.
• Canopy Villa: A honeymoon suite on a hilltop with sweeping views, accessible via a hanging bridge to a private lookout platform.
• River View Suites: Tranquil suites with a private terrace offering stunning river and jungle views.
• Garden Suites: Suites with a private terrace, heated showers, and views of the surrounding rainforest.
ARRIVAL BY RIVER
There are no roads to Pacuare Lodge, so we use the river. The majority of our guests arrive at our lodge after rafting on one of the world’s top whitewater rivers…
There are no roads to Pacuare Lodge. So we use the river. The majority of our guests arrive at our lodge after rafting on on one of the world’s top whitewater rivers. Before the put-in we drive through Costa Rica’s old capital city, Cartago, lush farmlands that blanket the slopes of Irazu and Turrialba volcanoes, and finally the rushing waters of the Pacuare River.
Once you’re in the river, Costa Rica’s natural splendor surrounds you. Silver ribbons of waterfalls plummet down emerald-green cliffs. Blue morpho butterflies flutter past, their radiant blue wings catching the sun. In addition to the natural beauty, you’ll experience sheer exhilaration as you face the challenge of each huge wave, battling surging waters down miles of raging rapids.
When you finally reach the shores of our piece of paradise, you’ll have rowed, splashed, and floated along unspoiled rainforest and unmatched tropical beauty. The trip in is short - only an hour or two, depending on river conditions - but it is the perfect introduction to the enchanting environment that awaits you.
ARRIVAL BY AIR
Take the tedious out of traveling in Costa Rica with Böëna’s Xplore Air state-of-the-art air charter service to Pacuare Lodge. Böëna clients can now fly directly to Guapiles Airport in a private, executive-configured Cessna Caravan aircraft.
The flight is a mere 25 minutes from the San Jose International Airport (SJO) & Pavas International Airport (Tobias Bolaños) followed by a two-hour drive through the scenic Talamanca Mountains. Read more about our Xplore Air Service!
ARRIVAL BY LAND
If you’re not comfortable rafting into the lodge, don’t worry. You can get there by land, too. The adventure begins as we travel through Cartago, Costa Rica’s old capital, through a quiltwork of croplands that cling to volcanic slopes, and towards the town of Turrialba. Sweeping vistas, quaint country houses, and dense vegetation provide the visuals.
If you’re not comfortable rafting into the lodge, don’t worry. You can get there by land, too.
The adventure begins as we travel through Cartago, Costa Rica’s old capital, through a quiltwork of croplands that cling to volcanic slopes, and towards the town of Turrialba. Sweeping vistas, quaint country houses, and dense vegetation provide the visuals.
The two-and-a-half-hour trip then skirts the slopes of the Irazú and Turrialba Volcanoes toward the north, and the Reventazón River Basin and Orosi Valley toward the south. Majestic scenery includes rolling fields of ornamental plants, sugarcane, coffee, and macadamia, and the jungle-covered mountains of the Talamanca Mountain Range.
The bus trip ends in Santa Marta, where you board a four-wheel-drive vehicle for the remaining six-kilometer gravel road journey to the banks of the Pacuare River. Views of the mountains covered by dense jungle couldn’t be more dramatic! Advancing down the road, you plunge ever deeper into the beauty of the zone until you arrive at the Pacuare River, the Cábecar culture’s symbol of life. The adventure continues as you leave the four-wheel-drive vehicle and cross the river on a hanging gondola that carries you above the river via a 100-meter cable running from riverbank to riverbank. At the other side an electric car will be waiting for you to take you to the hotel´s lobby where a refreshing cocktail awaits your arrival.
ARRIVAL BY HELICOPTER
Guests may arrange arrival by helicopter, too. It’s always eye-opening to experience Costa Rica by air.
Guests may arrange arrival by helicopter, too. It’s always eye-opening to experience Costa Rica by air: you see how varied the landscape is in such a small landmass, travel over rushing rivers and craggy volcanoes, verdant forests and colorful farmland. It’s a beautiful ride.
Helicopters land in a sandy beach adjacent to our lodge.
The following list of recommended travel items will help you make the most out of your experience at Pacuare lodge - indoors and out!
We look forward to your visit.
Recommended Packing List
Rafting Attire:
General Attire
Recommended River Clothing and Equipment List for a 3 day/2 night Adventure
*This list pertains to a 3 Day/2 Night stay. Please add 1 or 2 changes of clothing for each additional day at the lodge.
**All suites and villas are equipped with naturally sourced shampoo, conditioner, and body cream.
***At Pacuare Lodge, our electricity comes from renewable sources such as solar panels and turbines. Because the energy is limited, we ask that guests do not bring hairdryers or flat irons.
Please note that weather conditions frequently change in Costa Rica´s tropical rainforest. Daytime weather is usually hot and humid, with the possibility of rain. Average daytime temperatures are in the mid to upper 80’s F (28-30C). We ask that guests are prepared for sudden variations in weather conditions.
Optional Accesories
Long pants, a shirt, and a light jacket/sweatshirt are recommended for the drive back to San José.
*Important Notice for Guests stowing luggage at our Operation Center
To date, we have never had any incidence of theft at the Operation Center in Siquirres. However, please be advised that Pacuare Lodge/Aventuras Naturales is not responsible for lost or stolen objects. We recommend that guests use luggage locks on all bags.
We also recommend that guests refrain from storing valuables or important documents at our Operation Center. Guests should take said items with them to Pacuare Lodge (each room is equipped with a safety box).
Guests who leave luggage at our Operation Center facilities will be asked to sign a form consenting to the above conditions.
