Where rainforest meets a tropical fjord.
A rare and unique combination of ocean, rainforest, and biodiversity in southern Costa Rica.
Understand the region at a glance
The project is located at Playa Cacao, near the port town Golfito, within the Golfo Dulce region on Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coast.From here, rainforest, ocean, protected areas, and key access points are all within short reach.
Playa Cacao.
Playa Cacao is a quiet, low-density coastal area near the town Golfito.
There is no large-scale tourism infrastructure.
No hotel zones. No crowds.
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Direct access to rainforest
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Calm coastline
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Natural surroundings with minimal development
Easy to reach.
Hard to leave.
Despite its remote and natural setting, the location is easily accessible.
Access:
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Local airport in Golfito (~5 km)
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Daily domestic flights from San José (~40 minutes)
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Direct access via boat or road
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Marina and town of Golfito within short distance
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Free pickup service from Golfito
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Secured parking area
Distances:
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Ocean: walking distance
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Golfito town: minutes by boat or road
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Zancudo & Pavones (surf): reachable by car/boat
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Puerto Jimenez: reachable by ferry boat (~30 minutes)
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Corcovado region: accessible by guided tours
Surrounded by protected ecosystems.
The region is part of one of the most important conservation areas in Central America.
Nearby protected areas include:
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Corcovado National Park
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Piedras Blancas National Park
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Golfo Dulce Forest Reserve
These areas protect large parts of the remaining primary rainforest and marine habitats.
The Golfo Dulce region.
The Golfo Dulce is one of the 4 tropical fjords in the world.
It combines deep, calm ocean waters with dense surrounding rainforest.
This unique geography creates exceptional biodiversity, both marine and terrestrial.
Key characteristics:
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Calm, protected waters
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High marine biodiversity
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Year-round presence of dolphins
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2 seasonal whale migrations
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Direct connection to primary rainforest ecosystems
Tropical Fjord Lodges
On an area of ~40 hectares are just 8 units.
Real distance between guests.
There is no large-scale tourism infrastructure.
No hotel zones. No crowds.
Instead:
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Direct access to rainforest
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Calm coastline
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Natural surroundings with minimal development
Water comes from a natural spring.
Located in untouched hills.
Stored in a private cistern.
Multi-stage filtered.
Final filtration in your lodgeSafe to drink.
No plastic water supply needed.