Laguna Lagarto Ecolodge – lagunalagartoecolodge.com

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LAGUNA DEL LAGARTO ECO-LODGE

IN CONTACT WITH NATURE

PROVIDING QUALITY SERVICES SINCE 1992

Laguna del Lagarto Lodge, at Boca Tapada, San Carlos, Costa Rica, offers a genuine contact with nature. Exuberant trails in the tropical rain forest allows for a direct access to nature. 150 species of trees, monkeys, caimans, coatis, red frogs and the symphony of 350 species of birds – the most wanted dream of bird watchers and photographers – are all part of this enchanting experience. Laguna del Lagarto Lodge comprises 500 protected hectares that can be toured in different ways, by foot, by horse or by boat, and each trip will leave you with a great impression. We have specially located platforms to take pictures at a strategic distance of no more than four meters. For your comfort, all of our rooms are equipped with air conditioning.

Vinzenz Schmack
Founder

TRAILING

In 10 km of trails, our naturalist guide will walk you through the reserve for approximately 2 hours. You will see the flora and fauna of the majestic rain forest in its natural condition. You will be surprised by poisonous frogs, bullet ants, monkeys, tapir prints, centennial trees and many more wonders. We will provide you with rubber boots and walking canes, but you should bring insect repellent, raincoat, water, camera and binoculars.

BIRD WATCHING

Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge is positioned as one of the main “hotspots” for bird watching and photography in Costa Rica

RESTAURANTE

We offer delicious traditional Costa Rican food (buffet style) and creative cooking, elaborated with exotic and fresh ingredients from the area.

BIRD PHOTOGRAPHY

We have specially designed platforms for eight photographers where you can take pictures at a distance no greater than four meters

PREMIUM

The rooms have their own private bathroom, hot water, air conditioning, reading light, for two, three or four people.

STANDARD GARDEN VIEW

The rooms have their own private bathroom, hot water, air conditioning and reading light. There is access to the balcony and the hammocks.

STANDARD LAKE VIEW

These are rooms for three or four people, with air conditioning, reading light, private balcony with hammocks and chairs, and view to the exuberant forest and the lake, private bathroom and hot water. They are located in the gardens of our property, at a more…

Testimonials

Wonderfull experiences

A Birdwatcher’s Delight

Laguna Del Lagarto is indeed a birdwatcher’s delight. Located north of San Jose, part of the lowlands close to the Nicaraguan border. The resort has tons of birds visiting the place all through the day. The accommodation is basic but comfortable. Bathrooms are likewise quite basic but do the job. Food which was served as a buffet given we were about 8 of us was simple but met our needs. Staff are exceptionally friendly and go out of their way to help you feel comfortable.

Pros
– Location location location
– Birdwatching
– Manager and Staff

Cons
– Last 60 minutes to the resort you travel through a really bad road
– Decent super market is atleast 60 minutes away

Net-net, definitely recommend it if your are a avid birders and/or wildlifer who is not too bothered about the refinements and luxury.

Excelente alistamiento del rey zopilote King Vulture

Cualquiera habitación sera lo mismo, todas tienen balcón y están adjunto el restaurante
donde se pueden apreciar todo tipo de aves, la comida es exquisita y la atención es muy personalizada, Don Adolfo el administrador se esmera porque no te falte nada, el tour del King Vulture sin duda es una experiencia inolvidable.

Fernando B

Enjoyable stay with extraordinary bird life

Very isolated – about 1.5hrs from Pital on a very rough road, but absolutely worth it.
Bird life outstanding and of all the places we went in Cost Rica, here we had the best and closest views.
Comfortable rooms and helpful and friendly staff. Intermittent wifi in the restaurant area, due to remote location of lodge.

A sign on the road from Pital would have been useful somewhere along the way, to confirm that we were on the right road, but not really a problem.

Peter J