IGUANA LODGE

welcome to the Iguana Lodge...deep in the rainforest, planted on A MAGNIFICENT beach, there lives a world that once was all there was...the surf rolls in...the moon rises...the fiery-billed aracaris sing and the howler monkeys call...and on the veranda we await you to join in our quest FOR TRUE ADVENTURE WHILE refining the vanishing but cherished art of relaxation

The Osa Peninsula is one of the most biologically intense places on our planet.  It  is the "Last Great Peninsula", truly untouched by the ravages of civilization. Here you will find the ancient rainforest with over 350 species of birds, 115 species of reptiles, 750 species of trees and 10,000 species of insects...along with the 100,000 acre fantastic Corcovado National Park. 

In the midst of this spectacular setting, a secluded and exotic jungle-beach ecolodge awaits  you. Iguana Lodge sits on the best beach in the galaxy and is surrounded by the Preciosa Platanares Refuge.  

The veranda beckons you to sit down a moment and simply relax...savor paradise...listen to the macaws call overhead.  But then of course you may prefer to:                                            

• repel down a waterfall,                                           

• explore a cave,                                                     

• hike through the primeval rainforest,           

• beach comb along our deserted 6-mile long beach...the Best Beach on the Osa,

• go bird watching through-out the surrounding Platanares Preciosa Reserve or boat up the Rio Esquinas in search of   over 350 species of birds, 

• boogie-board or surf a while, 

• play in the waves,                                             

• kayak through serene mangroves 

• enjoy a sunset kayak upon the pristine Golfo Dulce with dolphins and manta-rays leaping through the photoluminescence, 

• watch whales breaching

• observe sea turtles laying eggs along our beach or the hatchlings emerge from their nests in our hatchery, 

• catch a sailfish, snook or maybe a marlin,

• visit Casa Orquideas, a magnificent world-class garden,

• stroll on our deserted six-mile long sandy beach with the surf rolling in and the stars overhead

  ...and then come on home.  Sit down with us for a fabulous meal, great conversation, candlelight, maybe music...salsa dancing perhaps?  

The surf is pounding and the jungle calls are all around...the moon is full and the natives are restless. The nearby howler monkeys are ready to rock you to sleep...but you may prefer to retire to your own secluded paradise.  Saunter along a candlelit garden path to your own two-story bungalow where you can lounge in a hammock on your deck overlooking the Golfo Dulce, or take a hot shower in your roomy bath, or relax upon your orthopedic bed and enjoy the tropical breezes and the sounds of the quiet wildness of the jungle playing backup to the rhythmic pounding of the surf...or enjoy our Japanese bath house.

 in the morning when birds are singing and the monkeys chattering...come on down to our spectacular thatched Rancho Grande to try some mango scones or banana crepes, excellent Costa Rican coffee, fresh juice and bowls overflowing with tropical fruit.  At the Iguana Lodge our food is legendary...for dinner try some ginger-chili grilled mahi-mahi or chipotle grilled steak, fresh baked breads, stuffed avocadoes, grilled plantains, braised kamote, mango mousse, key-lime pie...and the cooks just keep on cooking..        

We hope you join us and the other wildlife here in paradise. The Osa Peninsula is in southwestern Costa Rica, near Panama.  The easiest way to visit us is to fly from San Jose; driving is possible, usually it is a lengthy and occasionally a quite thrilling way to pass a day. We are happy to set up your flight reservations from San Jose to Puerto Jimenez, as well as book a hotel for you in San Jose. From Puerto Jimenez we are a twenty minute taxi ride away.

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You can contact us at info@iguanalodge.com and visit our website at www@iguanalodge.com for information, rates, and surf reports. Or give us a call at 011-506-735-5205.  

And here is what our wonderful guests have to say:

"A remarkable excursion into another world." Thomas and Sidra - Switzerland

"You have surely made a paradise on earth."  Laura and Louie Pinna  - Highland Village, Texas

"One could get lost out here...such beauty, marvelous food and great conversation." Audrey Ethier - Montreal, Quebec

"We made lifelong memories and friends sharing this tropical paradise with you all. We have been to a lot of great spots...but Iguana takes the Special Place Prize."  The Crawford family - Houston, Texas

"The jungle was beyond description, the food four-star, the people incredible. Our family decided it was the best vacation we ever had." David and Joanie Lane and family - Denver, Colorado 

"Today is the best of times and the worst of times...We had an awesome time here. The worst is today, we have to leave.  This place returns one to where the heart and soul should be, we just lose our way.  The taste of the air, the sensual smell of the earth, the caress of the rain, all so rejuvenating." Jan and Dave Allen - San Diego, California

"I think you have the most beautiful sunrise on earth...and the ocean pounding on the beach is a natural tranquilizer. What a fabulous retreat you have."  Robert and Diana Crew and family - Denver, Colorado

"Beautiful beaches for walking...Splendid water for swimming...Delectable food for eating...Quiet, still afternoons for siesta-ing...We couldn't dream of a more fantastic honeymoon."  Kim and Donnie Picou - Atlanta, Georgia

"A pity about the return ticket...I could go native here very easily." Dee Humphries - London

"Something magical happens here...maybe it's the beach or the gardens, the conversation or the jungle, the nights or the days."  Susan and Tim Barrows - Raleigh, North Carolina

"We really wanted some adventure and there was plenty of it. We especially enjoyed the rainforest and tree climb. Panning for gold was a blast and we both caught our first sailfish!"  Brent Williams and John Chase - Seattle, Washington.

"The folks who told me to see the Osa Peninsula were right. it's wonderful.  I loved the lodge, the cooking, the family spirit, the conversation." Marty Bauman - Wisconsin

"Accommodations great, food fantastic, conversation splendid, beach is gorgeous. Thanks for creating such a great place for us all." Mary and Geoff Botoson, NYC

"What pie! Pecan from Heaven itself.  This after a thunderstorm that strew lightening across the gulf and Rain, Rain, Rain. Gorgeous." Debbie and Gregg - San Diego, California

                                              Muchas Gracias Pura Vida