Selva Verde Costa Rica Rainforest Lodge

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Selva Verde Costa Rica Rainforest Lodge

Selva Verde Lodge and Rainforest Reserve is a premier eco- destination nestled in the lowland tropical rainforest of northeastern Costa Rica.

“We are an ecotourism destination devoted to the protection and conservation of the environment, offering all visitors a unique rainforest experience through interpretation, adventure and interaction with our community”. The Holbrook Family established the lodge and reserve in 1985, and today it remains a venerable pioneer of the ecotourism movement in Costa Rica. It is a magical haven for birders

, nature enthusiasts, hikers, students, families, and travelers who come for a genuine experience in the rainforest through interpretation, adventure, and interaction with the local community. Selva Verde is situated along the Sarapiquí River, protecting 570 acres of critical old-growth rainforest habitat. The reserve is home to over 300 species of birds, both resident and migratory, 330 species of trees, 120 species of mammals and countless other plant and insect species. Committed to conservation and preservation, Selva Verde carries and supports the Certification for Sustainable Tourism (CST).

29/04/2026

Congratulations, Karen and Jerry, on this incredible sighting and on capturing such a beautiful photograph. they were super lucky to observe an Agami Heron, one of the most special and difficult birds to spot in the tropical rainforest.

Interestingly, around a year ago we were also fortunate enough to see an Agami Heron during this same season, so it seems the forest wanted to gift us this moment once again.

Thank you as well for sharing the photo and for being part of such a special experience.

26/04/2026

Enuliophis sclateri
White-Headed Snake

26/04/2026

Helmet Iguana
Corytophanes cristatus
Perro Zompopo

26/04/2026

Black-crowned Anthshrike
Thamnophilus atrinucha

24/04/2026

🌿 Promo Mayo en Selva Verde 🌿

Escapate a la naturaleza y disfrutá 2 noches de hospedaje con desayuno buffet incluido para 2 personas.

✨ Tour de historia natural
✨ Piscina y senderos autoguiados
✨ 20% de descuento en restaurantes

📅 Válido del 1 al 31 de mayo 2026
📞 Reservá ahora y aprovechá esta promoción especial.

17/04/2026

Brown Forest Skink
Scincella cherriei
Natural History Tour
Pic by .guide

14/04/2026

Strawberry poison dart frog (Oophaga pumilio) carrying its tadpole. In Costa Rica, parents transport their young to water-filled plants, where they continue caring for them. Aka "BLUE JEANS"
Pic by our guide .guide

12/04/2026

What is Cordyceps?

Cordyceps is a parasitic fungus that infects insects and takes control of their bodies.

It enters the host, grows inside, and alters its behavior, forcing it to move to a place ideal for reproduction… almost like a “zombie.”

In the end, the fungus kills the insect and emerges from its body to release spores.

09/04/2026

Chuck-Will's Widow
Antrostomus carolinensis
Video by .guide

02/04/2026

Cacao in Costa Rica.

Long before it became chocolate, cacao was used by indigenous cultures as a bitter drink, a form of exchange, and part of ceremonial life.

During the colonial period, it was an important crop on the Caribbean coast. Production later declined, and in the 1970s diseases severely affected most plantations.

Today, cacao in Costa Rica is making a quiet comeback, focused on quality rather than volume, often grown in agroforestry systems that work with the forest.

Each cacao bean carries a connection between past and present, from traditional use to modern craft chocolate.

Dirección

Chilamate

Teléfono

+50640013677

Página web

http://www.selvaverde.com/

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