La Cusinga Lodge

Welcome to La Cusinga Lodge, a naturalists' heaven
on the Southern Pacific Coast of Costa Rica...
....a whole tropical experience.


La Cusinga Lodge is a coastal rainforest ecolodge dedicated to marine
and terrestrial conservation and environmental education. Its location
on the southern Pacific coast provides guests with sweeping ocean
views and a relaxing beach vacation. In addition La Cusinga is part of
a private nature reserve that supplies the visitor with an
unparalleled look at Costa Rican wildlife and rainforest. The reserve
consists primarily of 250 hectares of virgin rainforest that borders
thousands of more acres of privately protected forest. On Costa Rica
's still wild south-western Pacific coast, La Cusinga Lodge borders
Ballena Marine National Park which was developed to protect the
humpback whales that frequent the coast. La Cusinga Lodge was
established in order to share the unique site with Costa Ricans as
well as international visitors. Besides getting exposure to rural
Costa Rican culture and beautiful vistas, visitors have access to
highly prolific areas of primary tropical rainforest and unspoiled
coast, all conveniently accessible.

Activities
La Cusinga maintains several trails that wind through the pristine
protected rainforest and along the beautiful beaches. From three-hour
treks through the forest to short walks down to the beach there are
trails for all ages and abilities. On each trail the visitor is sure
to get a glimpse of the diverse Costa Rican wildlife. Wildlife at La
Cusinga is abundant and you will see many species that may include:
morpho butterflies, tree frogs, ospreys, parrots, parakeets, toucans,
howler monkeys, bottle-nosed dolphins, hawksbill turtles and the great
humpback whale. Our local guides en joy accompanying guests of all
ages & origins and showing them the most elusive creatures. In
addition to hiking trails there are opportunities for snorkeling,
surfing, fishing, dolphin and whale watching, horseback riding, sea
kayaking, scuba diving and island and mangrove exploration. If you are
interested in learning about the native Costa Rican culture there are
fun and informative activities highlighting reforestation work,
woodworking, furniture making, and tropical agriculture. Download the
complet list of birds

Commitment to Sustainability
The commitment that La Cusinga lodge has to sustainable development
and the community is evident throughout the lodge. The buildings are
made from their own reforested woods, local materials, and are nestled
in naturally harmonious settings. All black and grey waters have a
septic treatment that assures that no pollution ends up in the forest,
river or the ocean. All of their electricity is from solar and
hydropower, and the sun heats all their water. All trails are done in
a way that has the least impact on the surroundings and the least
amount of erosion takes place. The food they serve is made from
products from our own gardens, and local suppliers of organic
products. All our waste is recycled, organic produce is used for
compost and all other products are recycled or taken to the municipal
waste disposal site. La Cusinga has been making a positive impact on
the community since it's beginning. They hire local Costa Ricans who
often stay for ten or more years. They are very active in the
conservation of the park, humpback whales, the rain forest, beaches,
and turtles. La Cusinga uses educational programs, such as speakers,
seminars, and financial investment to conserve and preserve the
surrounding resources and beauty. They host fun-days for the local
schools, and make it an educational event for the students, professors
and parents. Lastly, La Cusinga has been a voice for the community in
the government concerning the preservation of humpback whales.

Accommodations
The private cabins at La Cusinga each have magnificent ocean views and
contain 2-3 beds, hot water and comfortable breezy rooms. In addition
there are cabins that large groups can rent out, with dorm style
accommodations, hot water and ocean views. All the cabins and rooms
are crafted from trees grown on the property and are decorated with
all local crafts and arts.

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