Introduction
Come and experience an "Off The Beaten Track" Tropical Rainforest Adventure. If you're looking for a true tropical jungle environment, unspoiled, virtually unvisited haven, where you can explore the ecosystem at your own pace, and do it from the comfortable seclusion of a cozy jungle hideaway, come up to the northern zone of Costa Rica and visit "La Laguna del Lagarto Lodge". Located approximately 150 km (90 miles) from San José and just 12 km (7 miles) from the Nicaraguan border, La Laguna del Lagarto Lodge is surrounded by 500 hectares (1,250 acres) of virgin tropical rain forest.

At your leisure, you can roam through this tropical paradise alone or with a local guide, on more than ten miles of well maintained foot trails. Red and green poison dart frogs are plentiful, as are all three species of monkey. Toucans, parrots, alligators, and Jesus Christ Lizards are common sightings, as are an incredible variety of plants and approximately 150 species of trees. In addition, over 350 different species of birds have been recorded, among them the rare Great Green Macaw. There are also small pepper, heart of palms, yucca and pineapple plantations, where you can see typical tropical farming procedures. A butterfly garden is also present, containing over 10 different species, including the colorful and highly recognizable blue morpho butterfly.

Accommodations
The lodge is secluded and cozy, we have only 20 double rooms, all of which include hot water and ceiling fans; 18 rooms have private baths. Our open view restaurant features a traditional Costa Rican menu at breakfast, lunch and dinner. The locally grown food ensures tasteful and healthy meals, in addition to the tropical drinks and snacks which are made available throughout the day. The lodges balcony serves as a terrific resting point for viewing the many forest edge birds which so often make themselves visible, including the raptors and carrion feeders which are now rare in most of Costa Rica.

Food
Typical Costa Rica fare with emphasis on fresh fruits and vegetables and local products. We can acommodate most dietary requests.

Other Costs
Room rate per night includes unlimited canoeing on the two Lagoons, walking through the jungle trails (1 guided tour) and butterfly garden visit. Meals and beverages are extra, as are horseback riding and boat excursions. Special 3D/2N packages are available for groups of 8 or more.
 

Rates

Laguna de Lagarto Lodge, Costa Rica Valid November 01, 2001-April 30, 2002 & November 01, 2002-April 30, 2003
Double Occupancy, per night	Single Occupancy, per night	Triple Occupancy, per night
$69	$52	$79

Laguna de Lagarto Lodge, Costa Rica Valid May 1-October 31, 2002
Double occupancy, per night	Single Occupancy, per night	Triple Occupancy, per night
$51	$39	$59

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