Casa Orquidias Botanical Gardens
*AM only *$65 per person with 2 person minimum * 24 hours notice required. (Closed toe shoes recommended. Water landing.)
Begin your day with a scenic boat ride along the “Golfo Dulce” to Casa Orquidias, a long established and popular botanical paradise in our region. The privately owned manicured grounds contain one of the most diverse Orchid collections in the Gulf including numerous organic edibles in addition to the many floral varieties. You can opt for a guided 2-hour tour or you can take advantage of a self-guided tour as well. Sandals or water-socks recommended for entering and exiting the boat, and closed toe shoes for walking once on land.
Edibles
Grapefruit, Calamaondon, Sweet lemon, Mango, Mangosteen, Starfruit, Cashew, Cacao, Breadfruit, Avocado, Zapote, Water apple, Papaya and Pineapple.
Spices
Ginger root, Tumeric, Basil, Lemongrass, Cilantro, Oregano, Peppercorn, Mint, Chives, Cinnamon and All Spice.
Ornamentals
There are more then 100 species from 58 genera. Haliconias from Central America and around the world with over 50 varieties on the property.
Palms
There are many local varieties. A sampling of some of the palms that you will encounter includes Still Root, Thatching, African oil, and Lipstick palms.
Fragrance
Ylang-ylang, Datura Brunsfelsia, Butterfly Ginger and Plumeria.
Unusual Plants
Miracle Fruit, Gourd Tree, Cannonball Tree and the Toilet Paper Plant.
Canopy Tour
*AM only *$115 per person with 2 person minimum * 12 hours notice required (Closed toe shoes recommended. The rate includes a private guide and transportation for each person.
Take an amazing journey above our breathtaking rainforest treetops. Your trip consists of a 20 minute guided walk through our virgin rain forest and optional thrill seeking activities which include a rappel tour through a 200ft active waterfall. This canopy tour is comprised of 13 platforms which span 2 miles of raw Costa Rican beauty.
Wildlife Sanctuary
*AM only *$95 per person with 2 person minimum * 24 hours notice required. (Closed toe shoes recommended. Water landing.)
This is a wonderful opportunity to witness the rehabilitation and reintroduction of our treasured injured critters. Macaws, Parakeets, Toucans, Sloths, White-Faced Capuchins, Mantled Howlers, and Central American Spider Monkeys are just a few of the many tropical inhabitants who are enjoying a renewed chance of life at this sanctuary. It is the ultimate up close and interactive animal experience for all ages. All profits of your visit are directed towards the sustenance of the sanctuary.
Surfing
*AM only *$TBD *24 hours notice required.
The Golfo Dulce is world renown for its many breaks and is reputed to be one of the best surf locations in all of Costa Rica. There are numerous beach breaks within 2 miles of our property and the Zancudo Lodge will privately transport our guests to those areas, affording the luxury of immediate accessibility within minutes of the best surfing opportunites. The lodge can provide expert instruction as well as board rentals.
Horseback Riding
*AM only *$105 per person *Closed toe shoes and long pants are recommended.
You will be guided on a trail that travels through the interior mountains surrounding Pavones to our beautiful beaches. Throughout this tour, our guests will be experiencing an intimate introduction to our rainforest wildlife such as families of whiteface and holler monkeys and sloths, to name a few.
Kayak Mangrove Tour
*Explore the Rio Coto and its many varied channels during a guided kayak adventure. Spectacled Caiman, American Crocodile, Basilisk, Roseate Spoon Bills and White Ibis are just a sample of the many critters that will meet and greet you as you maneuver through this tranquil river consisting of serene and breathtaking vistas.
