Welcome to the Jungle: 6 Rainforest Vacations Teeming with Adventure
Mawamba Lodge, Tortuguero, Costa Rica
Mawamba Lodge seems to be immersed in the past, as it’s accessible only by boat or plane and there are no roads or cars in the surrounding area. Most visits begin with a boat trip through the canals of Tortuguero National Park, a tropical haven filled with an abundance of wildlife and spectacular scenery.
Cruising through the lush greenery of the tropical cloud forests, you’ll be among some of Costa Rica’s most impressive exotic beauty. You’ll be mesmerized by colorful orchids while waiting for iguanas, green turtles, caiman and monkeys to make an appearance.
You’re also likely to see a myriad of butterflies and a good chunk of the 300 bird species that have been recorded in this pristine nature reserve. By visiting from July through October, you may even be able to watch the turtles lay their eggs.
Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
One of the most acclaimed resorts in Central America, Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort is located in the Arenal Volcano area and boasts nearly 20 hot springs at its spa property just up the road.
The springs are channeled into the pools where visitors can soak while taking in views of the breathtaking volcano. The resort’s rooms are considered some of the best in the nation, all spacious and modern, featuring a patio or terrace and providing gorgeous volcano or rainforest views.
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Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica, Puerto Maldonado, Peru
Tucked within a remote region of the Peruvian Amazon Basin, Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica provides the chance to wake up to the songs of birds and fall asleep to the cries of rainforest animals. The thatched roof cabanas are made of all-natural materials and feature screened porches, hammocks and organic bath products.
If you’re looking for something really unique, choose the Canopy Tree House that sits nearly 100 feet above the jungle floor.
