A peaceful yet adventurous retreat for anyone looking to explore Corcovado’s rainforest or the marine wonderland of Caño Island
Location
You’ll find Aguila de Osa perched above the shoreline where the rainforest spills into Costa Rica's Drake Bay. It’s remote but wonderfully worth the journey. Accessible only by boat or jungle trail, which makes arriving feel like the beginning of an expedition. From here, you’re perfectly placed for visits to both Corcovado National Park and Caño Island, two of the region’s greatest natural treasures.
Rooms
There are just 11 rooms and 2 suites, all set among the trees with views over jungle or sea. What we love is the simplicity and serenity, lofty wooden ceilings, tiled bathrooms, screened windows that invite the breeze in, and private terraces for watching scarlet macaws fly by. The suites include their own plunge pools, perfect for a quiet moment between adventures.
Amenities
Meals are taken in the open-air restaurant, where the food is fresh, flavourful, and thoughtfully prepared. There’s a laid-back bar for evening drinks, hammocks for lazy afternoons, and massage treatments available if you’re after a little downtime.
Activities
This is a brilliant base if you’re keen to explore. Daily guided trips head out to Corcovado’s primary forest, while snorkelling and diving at Caño Island reveal coral gardens and rich marine life. Guests also love the kayaking, birdwatching, night walks and dolphin-spotting boat trips, all organised with real care and expert local knowledge.
Sustainability
Sustainability runs deep here. The lodge was originally created to protect the land from deforestation, and that conservation ethos continues today. They work closely with the Corcovado Foundation to support marine protection, wildlife monitoring, and community education, and much of what’s served in the restaurant is grown on their own organic farm.
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