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"Seeing the dolphins, macaws and monkeys, hiking the trails of Drake Bay and being with you all was an incredible experience for me. I feel connected to my mission with the book in a new way. Thank you very much for having us."
Love, Beatrice Blake, Author of New Key to Costa Rica.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR
AUGUST 2008 ONLY
AUGUST 2008 SPECIAL
6
NIGHTS AT DELFIN AMOR, 1 TOUR TO CANO ISLAND,
1 TOUR TO CORCOVADO NATIONAL PARK,
2 WHALE/DOLPHIN ENCOUNTERS
$980
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION: Delfin Amor Eco Lodge is located on the Osa Peninsula, which is on the Pacific (west) side of Costa Rica, on the southern most tip.
The Osa Peninsula represents one of the first land formations that emerged in
Central America. Due to the fact that the peninsula was an island in the
past, it possesses unique endemic species of wildlife found no where else in the
world in addition to migratory species from both North and South America. Drake Bay is named after Sir Francis Drake who legend has it, buried treasure here on the
rich coast. You will meet monkeys, toucans, macaws, sloths, iguanas, blue morpho butterflies, poison dart frogs, sloths and all the creatures of the rainforest. You will wake up to the sound of the howler monkeys and go to sleep to the sound of waves on the shore. The natural beauty found here is unsurpassed.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Eco does not have to be uncomfortable! Our
private, tiled and screened cabinas offer stunning ocean and rainforest views,
private bathrooms, warm showers and ceiling fans. Each cabina has a double bed and a bunk bed (two singles) and can sleep 2-4 persons. We have only six cabinas, keeping our lodge un-crowded and intimate.
ECO TOURISM: Delfin Amor Eco Lodge is devoted to sustainable and
responsible eco tourism. We have a strong commitment to the local
community and to the conservation and protection of the Drake Bay area, both on
land and at sea. We recycle, use solar power when possible, compost, use
planet friendly products and show our commitment to the environment in lots of
different ways, including our monthly community newsletter. We are currently working with The Rainforest Alliance to
become a part of their sustainable tourism program. We walk as lightly on
the earth as we can! Fundación VidaMarina, researching and
protecting the marine life here in the Drake Bay
area, is based at Delfín Amor Eco Lodge and when you stay here, you have the opportunity to learn more about
dolphins, whales, sea turtles and all marine life from our staff of marine biologists and
volunteers.
MEALS: Our commitment to the environment extends to our kitchen.
Our meals are delicious and planet friendly, using only fresh fish caught by
local fishermen, whole foods (almost nothing comes from a can!), organic fruits
and vegetables when possible and a super talented, creative chef! Vegan,
Vegetarian and other special diets are happily accommodated, just let us know
ahead of time.
DOLPHIN AND WHALE ECO TOURS: Our encounters with the wild dolphins and
whales of Costa Rica are incredible as we have over 25 species of dolphins and
whales that either live in the area or migrate through, including almost year
round Humpback whales. We also encounter Pantropical Spotted Dolphins, Spinner Dolphins, Bottlenose Dolphins, Rough-Toothed Dolphins and Common Dolphins, Humpback Whales, Orcas, Pilot Whales, Sperm Whales, Sei Whales, Psuedo Orcas (False Killer Whales), giant manta rays, sea turtles and much, much more. It is a virtual marine playground! We often find ourselves surrounded by hundreds and even thousands of dolphins in our warm, clear, blue waters.
You will learn about all you see from our marine biologists and expert guides.
By joining our dolphin and whale eco tours, you are supporting our
non-profit foundation, Vida Marina, in our goal to create a protected marine
sanctuary in the area. This
is an amazing opportunity to see wild dolphins and whales in their natural
environment. With Vida Marina's amazing research flying dingy (yes,
a boat that flies!) finding the dolphins and whales is easy and fun!
OTHER ACTIVITIES: We offer expertly guided tours of Corcovado National
Park, Costa Rica's crown jewel rainforest and home to more than 500 species of
trees, 140 species of mammals, 367 kinds of birds, 117 species of amphibians and
reptiles and more than 6000 kinds of insects. Also offered are guided
tours to Caņo Island where there is excellent snorkeling and world class
SCUBA. From the lodge you can enjoy kayaking, snorkeling, horseback
riding, hiking and pristine beaches for sunning, swimming and relaxing. For birdwatching, you only need to sit back and relax,
or take a guided tour. Our Casa Armonia (Harmony House),
surrounded by rainforest and often visited by the resident monkeys and toucans,
provides a great space for reading, playing games, group meetings, yoga, massage
(provided by our house massage therapist), or just hanging out in a hammock (a
sport at Delfin Amor!)
Our tours, which combine the rich rainforests and incredible sea life
found in this area, make an ecologically wild adventure beyond your wildest
dreams. If you want to truly connect with nature, see plants and animals you have only dreamed about and have the most beautiful view imaginable, come stay with us!
Click here to download our printable
e-Brochure
For photos of our cabinas, be sure to visit our Photo Gallery
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