Rancho Naturalista

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Rancho Naturalista is a premier birdwatching lodge, located within view of the gorgeous Turrialba volcano in central Costa Rica. Located about 30 minutes from the town of Turrialba (12 miles/19 km), this remote lodge offers unparalleled views of the surrounding rainforests, full of hundreds of species of local and migratory birds. This hotel is ideal for birdwatchers and other lovers of peace, quiet, and nature, including couples, groups of friends, and small families.

Rooms and common areas are located in a warm, inviting lodge, surrounded by beautiful gardens. The lodge is surrounded by extensive terraces and a spacious balcony where you can observe many bird species. The private reserve around the lodge offers even more birdwatching and hiking opportunities. The onsite restaurant cooks up gourmet food with fresh local ingredients and serves it family style, adding to the friendly environment of the lodge.

In addition to the hiking and walking opportunities around the lodge, guests can pay extra for other tours, such as ziplining, white water rafting in the nearby Pacuare river, naturalist tours, and visits to the town of Turrialba.

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This hotel is located approximately 2.5 hours from Juan Santamaria International Airport in San Jose (62 miles/99 km) and 6 hours from Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport in Liberia (186 miles/300 km).