Bosque del Cabo Lodge

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Crowning a point 500 feet above where the Golfo Dulce meets the Pacific Ocean, nestled in the unspoiled jungles of Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula is a paradise found.   Bosque del Cabo is a romantic getaway and a naturalist’s dream, come true. Located in a unique and fortunate position at the very tip of the Osa Peninsula in the southern Pacific region of Costa  Rica, this 600+ acre forest reserve features private, spacious  bungalows and gorgeous houses  perched a top the cliffs of Cabo Matapalo, each with beautiful ocean views, tropical breezes and the rainforest at your doorstep. Hiking trails lead you through  the  forest to deserted beaches on both the Golfo Dulce and Pacific Ocean. Bosque del Cabo, which opened its doors as a hotel in 1990, is owner operated and dedicated to forest preservation.

The Osa  Peninsula is one of the most biologically diverse places on earth.Boasting over 750 species of trees,360+ species of birds (with  several endemic species ), 117 species of reptil es, and almost 10,000 species of insects,the peninsula is home to 100,000-acre Corcovado National Park, known as the crown jewel of the Costa  Rican national parks system. Bosque del Cabo offers a rare opportunity to comfortably vacation among all this rugged natural splendor. At the end of our mile long driveway, you’re transported to a private Eden joining the raw nature of the rainforest to the tranquil beauty of manicured grounds and breathtaking views.The lodge’s lush gardens,  full of tropical fruits and flowers, attract  many of the colorful resident wildlife species. Residents of the area include flocks of macaws, toucans, and parrots. Monkeys, coatis, kinkajous, agoutis, and sloths are daily visitors. Peccaries  are often seen, and from time to time even jungle cats (like pumas, jagarundis, ocelots and jaguars) are spotted on the property.

Trails on the property allow for further exploration into the rainforest, are often seen, and from time to time even jungle cats (like pumas,   jagarundis, ocelots and jaguars) are spotted on the property. Trails on the property allow for further exploration into the rainforest, where you can enjoy refreshing natural pools and waterfalls, along with an abundance of wildlife.  You can spend your your days hiking and exploring the natural beauty of Bosque del Cabo and the surrounding  area, whiz through the air on our zipline into the tree platform, take a walk across our suspension bridge to the Tropical Garden, or just relax by the pool or on your deck,sip a tropical drink, and watch the macaws fly by. 
Our newly renovated solar-powered restaurant  serves delicious meals in a friendly atmosphere. Breakfast offers a variety of fresh, local fruits and your choice of typical Costa Rican or North American fare. Lunch in house or have it packed to go. Dinners are always a special event; everyone gathers to share  stories of the day, while enjoying a plentiful and delicious meal served by candlelight. Bosque del Cabo has ten beautifully crafted thatched-roof bungalows; each is privately set among lush gardens; each  offering stunningocean views, modern bathrooms with delightful outdoor garden  showers, and porches furnished with hammocks and easy chairs.  Set high on a cliff overlooking the confluence of the mighty Pacific and the Golfo Dulce,these romantic bungalows are stirred by warm tropical breezes that echo with the rhythms of the pounding surf  below.

And for the ultimate in jungle living, Bosque del Cabo has two rental houses , Casa Blanca and Casa Miramar. Casa Blanca, a well-appointed 2 house has a fully-equipped kitchen, living room area, large wraparound porch with an amazing view of the Pacific Ocean , and 2 large bedroom suit es on  either side of the house. Casa Miramar offers a home with an artistic layout of three unique “casitas” featuring three bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, living room area,and many porches and observation  decks with amazing sunset views.Bosque also has a beautiful Tropical Garden that offers garden accommodations (one rental house, Casa Teca, and two cabinas, Cabina La Paz Cabina Almendra), a wildlife pond and features. El Palenque,an open rancho restaurant/bar &  bird watching The Tropical Garden may be accessed by crossing over our  300-foot long suspension bridge. The bridge spans a 75-foot deep rainforest gorge that has a lovely creek running along the bottom. And all of our accommodations offer hot water,maid service and solar/hydroelectric power.Rainforest trails and pristine shores are steps away from your porch; access to a great variety of habitats and activities are  nearby,including the wild Pacific coast with tide pools, waterfalls, and calm sandy gulf beaches.You can also enjoy surfing, kayaking, waterfall rappelling, tree climbing, deep-sea fishing, boat trips, hiking, horseback riding, and our tree platform & zipline!