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Rio Perdido

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Rio Perdido stands out for its remote location and easy access to the little-visited Palo Verde National Park; one of the best wildlife and bird watching locations in Costa Rica.

Despite the rather industrial design, 30 forest bungalows offer a tasteful and comfortable base for guests.

The East bungalows have a terrace with a hammock and for those that can’t quite leave the mod-cons behind, you will find Wi-Fi, a TV and A/C. The 10 Centre Bungalows are the most recent addition. Much larger, they provide an elevated terrace with hammock, a spacious bathroom and outdoor copper showers.

Why we like Rio Perdido

For its remote location, incredible views, unspoilt environment and impressive thermal rivers.

Facilities

  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Volcanic mud body-painting
  • Thermal rivers
  • Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Small gift shop

Activities

Rio Perdido hosts the mother of all canopy adventures. Several zip lines have been installed across the Rio Blanco Canyon to create adrenaline heaven. If you don’t have a head for heights, you will also find activities such as mountain biking, hiking and rafting. And should that still feel too much like hard work, there is a delightful swimming pool fed by thermal waters or indeed the beautiful thermal rivers themselves offer inviting pools for you to enjoy.

Ideally suited for

  • Adventure Traveller

Price guide

£££££

Location

Just an hour and a half from Liberia International Airport, Rio Perdido is situated on the edge of a remote canyon in a 600-acre private reserve close to the Tenorio Volcano National Park.

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Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any journey.

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Rio Celeste Hideaway

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Amor Arenal

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Nayara Gardens

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Origins Lodge

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Nayara Springs

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We found it extremely helpful to visit the Steppes office and have a face to face discussion with James about what our requirements were for our adventures in Costa Rica. He really listened and made sure that the trip was tailored to our needs.

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Great work from John. The additions of zip-lining and surfing lessons were exciting experiences that we would not have considered without his expert guidance.

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