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Rio Tico Safari Lodge

Vergel de Punta Mala | Canton de Osa, Costa Rica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 4, 2013
MisterV07 Linz, Austria
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Linz, Austria
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9 reviews 9 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 4, 2013

We spent 2 really good nights in this lodge. We have chosen this lodge based on the comments and we were not disappointed! it takes some time on a dirt road to get there but it is worth it. Very warm welcome from the owners, even if the tents are far he helped us with our luggages. Tents are very... More

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Alexandria, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

The Rio Tico was a gem in the jungle. A ways down a dirt road, its well worth the trip to get there. Case, the owner, is so full of grace, assistance, and charm, its worth a visit just to talk with him. In a beautiful setting, with a lovely river that has natural water slides and soaking spots. The... More

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Winthrop Harbor, Illinois
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9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 26, 2013

My husband, myself and another couple spent a week there and loved every minute of it. WOW is the only way to describe such a place. The only complaint I could even imagine is that we didn't stay long enough. There are no tv's, no bothersom telephones. (good luck getting signal). These are called tents but you can not say... More

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Laguna Hills, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2013

My husband and I spent a week at the Rio Tico Safari Lodge and we were not disappointed. The lodge is truly a hidden paradise! If you want to get away from it all and be one with nature, then this place is for you. No crowds, no annoying tourists. The tents are magnificent and are immaculately well kept and... More

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 10, 2013

Spend 5 days in this place to finish our 3 week trip throught the country and by far this was the best. Beautiful place with nice spacious tentrooms with attached bathrooms. But the natural bathroom / pool in the river is even better to cool down after a nice hike or a day at one of the near beaches. The... More

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Sao Paulo, Brazilië
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6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2013

Looking back to our stay in Costa Rica, Rio Tico lodge was the most special stay! In the middle of the nature, between the sounds of a jungle, a Dutch coulpe runs this lodge. They are friendly, helpfull and very hospitable. There a a lot of things to do like watching Dolphins, visit an Indian reservation (Boruca) and visit Park... More

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RioTicoLodge, Propietario at Rio Tico Safari Lodge, responded to this review
February 1, 2013

Dear Ellen, We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay in the Rio Tico Safari Lodge and that it felt as your home. We enjoyed very much having you here. Tell Thomas and Florian that Rik and Thijs miss them and hope that you´ll come back again. Regards, Cees & Miranda More

Almere, The Netherlands
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 28, 2012

We were here for one night and we regret that! What a beautiful location! The tents were perfect. We went to the waterfall to swim. It was like in a movie. So romantic and beautiful. We ate in the restaurant a few 100 meters from the lodge. Good food for a low price. We advise to book at least two... More

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Rotterdam
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16 reviews 16 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 13, 2012

I looked this hotel up before departing to Costa Rica and I was incredibly happy to find all our expectations were met! The tents were spacious, comfortable and even luxurious with a nice seperate bathroom, a river-view terrace and a big, cozy bed. You fall asleep to the sounds of the jungle and venturing up the path to the reception... More

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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10 reviews 10 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 26, 2012

Rio Tico is located just 15 minutes of road 34, inlands, surrounded with beautiful nature and very helpful hosts. We stayed for two nights and had the feeling that we could have stayed much longer. The lodge is a stunning destination with an amazing fall (La Pavon) nearby, beaches (Ballena), walking trails, wild life and nice restaurants. The luxurious safari... More

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Dalton, Massachusetts
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 30, 2012

Rio Tico has earned its place as the best rated in the region. We stayed for a week using the lodge as a stepping off point for various day trips and adventures. That said, the lodge is a destination of itself with the river and incredible falls, walking trials, hikes, birds and other forest creatures, all from the doorstep. Our... More

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Additional Information about Rio Tico Safari Lodge

Also Known As:
Rio Tico Safari Lodge Costa Rica/Osa Peninsula
Address: Vergel de Punta Mala | Canton de Osa, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Puntarenas > Osa Peninsula
Amenities:
Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 55 Specialty lodging in Osa Peninsula
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Along the Southern Pacific Coast of Costa Rica lies the Costa Ballena and our unique hotel, The Rio Tico Safari Lodge. Our ninge Safari Tents offer a direct experience with a Costa Rican tropical rainforest and will unite you with the natural bounty of Costa Rica. Here in the virgin rainforest, you will awaken every morning to the sounds of birds and howler monkeys. ... more   less 

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