Ecotourism vacation
In a friendly little country far, far away... Where the land slopes gently toward the western sea, Chattering monkeys frolic in the canopy far above the jungle floor. Under the watchful eyes of brilliantly colored macaws And a soft breeze caresses your face at a special place known as
 Ecotourism vacation
 Ecotourism vacation

Ecotourism Vacation:

Explore the RainforestTerrapin Lodge is located in Carate, the southern gateway to Corcovado National Park. The park is an irreplaceable part of the natural wealth of Costa Rica and is world famous for its amazing beauty and biological diversity. Corcovado National Park is one of the largest remaining tracts of lowland tropical rainforest in Central America and supports an amazing variety of exotic plant and animal life.

Terrapin Lodge is located mere steps from Carate Beach, home to the endangered Green Sea Turtle. Terrapin Lodge has worked with its neighbors to fund and develop a hatchery for of this endangered reptile and remains dedicated to preserving its namesake. Lucky visitors catch sight of these amazing creatures every year.

Eco-Educational Adventure Tours

Visit Carate Adventure Tours to book your exclusive tours for Terrapin Lodge. Please book with a 2 week advanced notice.


Waterfall Rappelling/Climbing

A full day wet and wild excursion to Rio Carate.

There you will be given instruction on the safe use of the equipment.

A short hike up a beautiful river valley will lead us to the waterfalls. Begin the adventure by rappelling down the center of the falls to the base at about 50 feet.

Once down there will be an equipment change, and then you can start the climb back up the face of the waterfall.

This is the most challenging, and exciting part!

Sure to be the thrill of a lifetime1

Pricing:

# of people in group Per Person With lunch included

1-5 $75 $85

6-10 $60 $70

11 or more $50 $60

Transportation To and From Carate is an additional $135 if needed


Corcovado National Park

A full day trip to the jewel of the Costa Rican National Parks system. Entering through La Leona we will begin by looking for the elusive Bairds Tapir, birds, monkeys, and other wildlife. Stopping to swim at the mouth of Rio Madrigal, exploring a shipwreck, or just sitting and enjoying the awesome size of the trees this adventure is sure to please…

Price for full day in the park

$40 per person max 10 people $10 extra for pack lunch

Transportation to and from Carate is an additional $135


Treeline Traverse at La Leona

Another great adventure!!! Roll out 65 feet to the top of a 120 foot tall tree that overlooks the ocean. Sit and enjoy the view! Hang out for a while! Roll back to the ground with no vertical climbing! This not a long adventure so it is possible to combine this with a half day trip to the park, or the rest of the trails at La Leona Lodge

Pricing:

Just the traverse $35 per person

Combined with half day in the park or La Leona trails $60 p.p—Lunch $15 extra

 

 

 

Recreation/Activities
 

Here is a partial list of activities available at Terrapin Lodge. Some activities require reservations or advance notice so be sure to let us know what you would enjoy doing! Experience an exciting Ecotourism vacation...

Make your Ecotourism vacation an unforgettable experience...

» Bird Watching
» Boating
» Beachcombing
» Fishing
» Hiking
» Horseback Riding
» Kayaking
» Relaxing
» Stargazing
» Surfing
» Swimming
» Turtle Spotting
» Tree Canopy Visit
» Wildlife Walks
Group Educational Opportunities As Well!
 

Trek the Jungle

Trek the jungle, explore the playa, kayak with alligators, spot a green sea turtle, pan for gold in the river, bathe under a waterfall... Make your Ecotourism vacation an unforgettable one. Everywhere you turn, adventure awaits you...

 
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