Amidst the stunning cloud forests of Monteverde lies the Senda Monteverde, offering an unforgettable retreat for ecotourists and nature enthusiasts alike.
Location: Situated at the heart of one of the world's rarest ecosystems in Costa Rica, this upscale boutique hotel showcases a perfect blend of luxury, sustainability, and captivating natural beauty.
Rooms: The hotel has 24 rooms, with choices to cater to every guest's preference. From the spacious Superior Rooms with balconies to the private and luxurious Senda Suites boasting ocean views, each room exudes comfort and modern design. The turn-down service adds a touch of warmth, providing hot-water bottles and chocolates for relaxation after a day of exploration.
Amenities: Senda Monteverde offers all kinds of on-site classes and activities including bracelet making, wildlife talks, cocktail classes, medicinal tea sessions, yoga, and nature walks to enrich your stay. There is also a spa to cater to relaxation needs, providing a range of massages in the main building or the privacy of guest rooms.
Partake of delicious fruit at breakfast, perfectly complemented by eggs prepared in various styles and local favourites like 'gallo pinto.' The restaurant menu is well-curated, offering vegetarian and vegan options alongside mouthwatering meat and seafood dishes.
Activities: Thrill-seekers and nature lovers are drawn to Monteverde for an array of exciting activities. Guests can embark on fantastic ziplining adventures, explore the region with ATV rides, horseback riding, and hiking through lush forests. Milder pursuits await at the butterfly and orchid gardens, bird-watching excursions, and even a serpentarium dedicated to local snakes.
Sustainability: Senda Monteverde has a deep commitment to sustainability, having planted over 5,500 native plants and trees on its property. Supporting the Aguti Wildlife reserve next door and partnering with the local youth group, Monteverde Forest Clean up, the hotel fosters a strong connection with the community while minimising its ecological footprint.
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January
January is the dry season in Costa Rica (although you can still expect the odd tropical shower) and so a fantastic time to visit, the only downside is it is peak season and so you can expect some crowds and peak season prices.
The dry season is ideal if you want to walk through the jungles of Manuel Antonio National Park. It is also an excellent time to visit the soft sandy beaches as you can see humpback whales, as well as green and leatherback sea turtles in the Pacific Ocean.
February
The dry season continues in February with hot, dry conditions but fewer visitor numbers than in January making it a wonderful time to visit Costa Rica.
If you're hoping to see turtles or humpback whales you want to head to the Pacific Coast, or if you are looking to surf, both the Atlantic and Pacific Coast are great this time of year.
March
March is still the dry season in Costa Rica, and with fewer crowds, it is a fantastic time of year to visit. March kicks off with Monteverde Music Fest where national and international musicians gather in the cloudforest town for a month of song and dance.
April
April is the final month of the dry season, and also one of the hottest meaning many visitors prefer the breezy Pacific coast or visit higher mountainous areas. Easter holidays mean that Costa Rica does get busy, but it quietens after Easter.
Every two years (even numbers), San José plays host to the International Arts Festival where you can expect ten days of theatre shows, concerts, dance performances and art exhibitions.
May
May is the start of the rainy season, but with it, you benefit from fewer visitors, lower prices and still plenty of good weather. Although there are rain showers, these tend to be in the afternoon, meaning you've bright, sunny mornings to explore, watch wildlife for longer, uninterrupted by other tourists.
Surfers will love this time of year with an increasing swell on the Pacific coast and empty beaches.
June
June is still part of the rainy or green season, meaning there are tropical showers, but also plenty of lush, vivid vegetation. June is when surfing is at its peak on the Pacific coast.
July
Whilst July is still part of the rainy season, there is a letup in the volume of rain making it a fantastic time to spot wildlife without the crowds and with amazing plush vegetation.
July is also when green turtles return to their favoured nesting grounds in Tortuguero, with some turtles travelling 2000km to reach their breeding beaches. More turtles can be found at Playa Nancite in Santa Rosa and Ostional Wildlife Reserve, where olive ridleys lay millions of eggs in the black sand, often in the middle of the day.
August
August still forms part of the wet season, but this doesn't put off families visiting Costa Rica who bring children during the school holidays for the plethora of activities available.
It is a good month to see both green and Hawksbill turtles nesting around Tortuguero. Further up the Pacific coast, olive ridley turtles storm the sands in a synchronised mass nesting event known as arribada which will continue until November. The northern part of the Pacific coast receives the least rain so is ideal for those hunting sunshine.
September
September and October are the wettest months of the green season meaning that remote areas of Costa Rica can become inaccessible due to the roads and spotting wildlife can be more challenging. The east of the country is the driest so visitors willing to brave the rain head to Tortuguero National Park.
Independence Day occurs on the 15th September which is a big fiesta, across the country, you can expect large patriotic parades celebrating the country’s independence from Spain in 1821.
October
October is another very wet month in Costa Rica, especially on the west coast which is the best place to see whales and turtles at this time of year. For beach time, the Caribbean is drier.
October is an important month for festivals with Limón Carnival happening. Expect week-long celebrations to mark Christopher Columbus’ landing at Isla Uvita.
November
November marks the end of the wet season and transition into the dry season. Travel this month can be a gamble, with the upside being lower prices and fewer crowds, plus the potential for glorious sunshine. If you get lucky, November can be the best month to visit.
The Caribbean Coast on the east gets the dry weather first, and if there is rain, it tends to fall in the afternoon so you can easily plan your day around it.
December
December marks the return of the dry season with visitors flocking to the beaches of sea, sun and sand.
It also means wetter areas of the country reopen with Arenal National Park being one of the most popular for its volcano, hanging bridges and zipwire through the forest, and its magnificent waterfalls.
On the 27th December, there is San José Carnival where you can see huge parades with colourful floats, vibrant music and lots of dancing.
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