Staying at Saladero Lodge gave us a rare experience to live in a thriving rainforest on an uninhabited beach while staying in a beautifully spacious, clean and comfortable home.
On our first day at Saladero, we were greeted by a baby whale swimming with dolphins in the Golfo Dulce in our front yard and scarlett macaws choosing to nest in a tree in the jungle in the back yard. Though we never saw the whale calf again during our week long stay, the sightings of the dolphins, monkeys, toucans and scarlett macaws right on the property became a daily attraction.
Kayaks and snorkels provided by the owners, Harvey and Barb, gave us the opportunity to enjoy other private and secluded beaches along the coastline. The Golfo Dulce is so tranquil and clear in the morning, that you can hop on the air mattress and view fish......no equipment needed. Hiking on the jungle rainforest trail gave us a different view of the contrasting environment surrounding us in this special place.
Harvey and Barb were very hospitable hosts and quickly became good friends. They shared their organic lemons, limes, grapefruits, bananas, oranges with us........basically anything that was ripe at the moment. The local Ticos provided us with fresh fish. Barb's pet chickens provided us with fresh eggs for our breakfast each day. We miss our happy hour get togethers with them (Harvey and Barb....not the chickens!) while watching the beautiful sunsets over the Oso Pennisula.
If you love the great outdoors, this place is for you. One of the most beautiful places in Costa Rica. We'll definately be back next year!
