Jungla del Jaguar Hostel
Located next to the Corcovado National Park, Jungla del Jaguar Hostel has a warm, cordial ambiance with a very convenient location, in the province of Puntarenas. Corcovado National Park is a luscious rain forest often referred to as little Amazon. If you want to escape from the noisy hustle and bustle of the city life and want to enjoy some romantic times with your loved ones, you will find this hotel perfect. This hotel is also ideal for those who are seeking a place to enjoy true tropical experience. This hotel property is nestled hidden among tropical foliage where you can enjoy watching amazing vistas of blooming flowers, swaying trees and juicy fruits. You will also enjoy listening to the singing birds and watching different species of colorful birds. The Pacific Ocean is a stone’s throw away. If you are interested in beach activities like scuba diving, sailing or surfing, you can enjoy the frolic in the waves and you will also get opportunity to enjoy fishing.
Snorkeling and Scuba Diving:
Caño Island Marine Reserve:
This tour starts at 8:00 a.m. and after 45 minutes boat ride you will reach Cano Island-the number one mainland snorkeling and scuba spot in Costa Rica. You can take help from knowledgeable English or Spanish speaking guide and enjoy watching a variety of marine life. If you go for diving, you will get a thrilling experience while exploring the underwater paradise. Tour facilities also include equipment rental, transportation and park fees.
If you go for Snorkeling, it will cost $80 p/p ($20 non-refundable park fee deposit, $60 paid cash to the captain on departure).
Scuba diving costs $135 p/p ($20 non-refundable park fee deposit, $115 paid cash to captain on departure).
You can also go for other scuba diving trips:
Sunken Ship | Depth: 15-20 meters (50-70 feet):
This trip will allow you to enjoy exploring rock formations. While diving, you will get opportunity to spot a variety of of large groups of fish, rays, sea turtles, parrot fish and even sharks.
Devil’s Pinnacle | Depth: 15-40 meters (45-130 feet):
At the Devil’s Pinnacle you will find enormous schools of fish including jacks, barracudas, snappers, puffers, moray eels and also sharks. At this location bull sharks at greater depths can also be seen occasionally.
Paradise | Depth: 20 meters (60 feet):
If you go for this scuba diving trip, you will ge the opportunity to enjoy swimming in the middle of thousands of fish and you can see large schools of jacks, barracudas and snappers. You might also see groups of sharks.
Other Activities:
Guided Night Hike:
If you love adventure and want to see the animals that appears at night, you can go for a guide night hike. You will find the jungle more alive at this time and will enjoy fun, exciting and thrilling adventure.
Guided Hike to Llorona Waterfall Hike:
Venture into the heart of Corcovado National Park and reach the wonderful waterfall or can enjoy getting relaxed on the white-sand beach.
Surf Lessons and Exploration:
If you want to learn how to surf, you can get private surf lessons and surf some of the best waves in Costa Rica. Surf spot access is hiking or boat access only.
Horseback Riding:
With the help of local Spanish speaking guide, you can go for horse back riding and enjoy riding through fruit trees and a chocolate plantation. During the ride, you can also enjoy drinking coconuts on horseback and also can enjoy watching amazing view of the ocean. It costs $50 p/p private tour.
Whale and Dolphin Watching:
You can go foe a boat ride and enjoy watching hundreds of dolphins gather around your boat. You can also enjoy watching baby hunchback whales and spinner dolphins showing off their incredible acrobatic skills.
Fishing:
You can go for fishing and enjoy experiencing some of the best fishing in the world. In the waters of the Osa Peninsula, you can find Dorado, Sailfish, Tuna and Wahoo and many more.
Accommodations and Amenities:
Jungle del Jaguar Hostel provides dorm style accommodations and private rooms. Each of the rooms are clean and comfortable. These rooms are featured with wireless internet, safe deposit box, kitchen area, fresh linen, tea or coffee making facilities, luggage storage and also include 24 hour reception.
Contact
Jungla del Jaguar Hostel
Location: Drake Bay, Province of Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Website: http://www.jungladeljaguar.com/
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: + 506 8406 8874
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