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Pacuare Lodge
WHY? Escape from modern life into a lush tropical wildnerness. Arrive at this thatched eco-lodge jungle retreat by a hike followed by a lively raft ride along the Pacuare River.
WHERE? Amid exotic flora and fauna – from vibrant heliconia flowers to howler monkeys – bordering the river in a private protected reserve, two hours from the capital, San José.
STAYING IN Wildlife enthusiasts would be hard-pressed to find a better sky-high eyrie than the indigenous style main lodge on stilts. Enjoy candlelit meals (and fantastic local coffee) on the lower level of the palm-thatched, two-storey lodge, swing from a hammock on the open upper deck bar – you might spy a sloth or two. Retire to your luxe log cabin, take in the verdant vista from your porch, refresh beneath a stylish outdoor shower (solar heated, natch) and be lulled to sleep by nocturnal beasties and the rushing river.
STYLE STEAL Add tropical colour to your bathroom by displaying bright heliconias in wicker baskets.
OUTDOOR ACTION Get your thrills flying through the trees on a canopy tour or trekking in the jungle.
MORE INFO A seven-night trip to Costa Rica costs from £1,644 per person, including three nights in San José and four nights at Pacuare Lodge, flights with British Airways and transfers. Book through Cazenove & Loyd (020 7384 2332 cazloyd.com).
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WHERE? Amid exotic flora and fauna – from vibrant heliconia flowers to howler monkeys – bordering the river in a private protected reserve, two hours from the capital, San José.
STAYING IN Wildlife enthusiasts would be hard-pressed to find a better sky-high eyrie than the indigenous style main lodge on stilts. Enjoy candlelit meals (and fantastic local coffee) on the lower level of the palm-thatched, two-storey lodge, swing from a hammock on the open upper deck bar – you might spy a sloth or two. Retire to your luxe log cabin, take in the verdant vista from your porch, refresh beneath a stylish outdoor shower (solar heated, natch) and be lulled to sleep by nocturnal beasties and the rushing river.
STYLE STEAL Add tropical colour to your bathroom by displaying bright heliconias in wicker baskets.
OUTDOOR ACTION Get your thrills flying through the trees on a canopy tour or trekking in the jungle.
MORE INFO A seven-night trip to Costa Rica costs from £1,644 per person, including three nights in San José and four nights at Pacuare Lodge, flights with British Airways and transfers. Book through Cazenove & Loyd (020 7384 2332 cazloyd.com).
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