At Sabalo Lodge you will be able to study the wildlife of a primitive mangrove and rainforest from your hammock. Learn about the Sabalo Lodge neighbors, a small river population in a remote jungle oasis just off the grid. Sabalo Lodge is located in a delicate eco system that we are helping preserve. They are short on drinks with umbrellas, but long on providing small groups and individuals with a unique adventure that will stay in your heart forever, and the local beer is cold!

Sabalo Lodge is located in a unique area of the Osa Peninsula.  They offer diverse environments and wildlife: lowland rainforest, river, mangroves, a mountainous jungle and are not far from one of the prettiest ocean beach’s on earth.  Access to these various eco systems in one location and their limited capacity for guests allows Sabalo Lodge to offer you a wide variety of exclusive and unique tours.  Imagine exploring the rain forests where you are the only tourist on the trail.  No crowds of people allows you an intimate adventure with nature and a chance to encounter more wildlife.

The Sabalo Lodge property has eight open acres of well trimmed lawn with fruit and palm trees offering plenty of shade and afternoon breezes in a serene and private setting.  All Sabalo Lodge accommodations have been newly reconstructed and are an open air design of tropical hardwoods and screen giving you the closest experience to nature you can have.  Guests enjoy the swimming hole in the stream that flows through the Sabalo Lodge property as well as the large rancho with hammocks after a day of activities.

Adjacent to the Sabalo Lodge property is ten acres of primary rainforest that Dan & Holly are helping preserve.  Sabalo Lodge is also adjacent to the mangroves, another protected area here in the Osa Peninsula.  Frequent visitors to the property include Scarlet Macaws, White-faced Capuchin Monkeys, Toucans and a wide variety of birds and other creatures of the forest.

Dan and Holly Pesta, your hosts, previously lived in Southern California and now live full time at Sabalo Lodge.  All meals are included during your stay.  Enjoy delicious home cooked meals, tropical fruits and fresh baked goods from their kitchen.  Dan and Holly pride themselves on offering personalized service to ensure your stay is both pleasurable and memorable. Sabalo Lodge is an Eco Lodge doing their part to protect the environment they inhabit. 

Exclusive tours offered at Sabalo Lodge:

•           Horse back ridding in the rain forest
•           Rain Forest waterfall hike
•           Playa Blanco Day at the beach
•           Kayaking in the Mangroves
•           Mangrove Tours
•           Bird watching
•           Miles of hiking trails for all skill levels
•           Cultural tours
•           Fishing in the mangroves and river

In addition to the Sabalo Lodge exclusive tours they also offer tours to the National parks in the area:

Sabalo Lodge Rates:

4 Day / 3 Night Package

Stay four days and three nights at Sábalo Lodge. Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere in a great spot for birdwatching, horseback riding, hiking and fishing.

This Sabalo Lodge Package Includes:

• Transportation from Palmar Norte to Sierpe, by taxi (approx. 20 min.)
• A relaxing 40 minute trip through the mangroves of Sierpe River to Sábalo Lodge where you will have the opportunity to see up close the many wonders of this unique ecosystem.
• Three home-cooked meals a day.
• Kayak, hiking or horseback riding tour 2-4 hours.
• Free use of kayaks during your stay.
• Cultural tour of a local Tico family home.
• Approximately 4 hours tour to Playa Blanca, a 20 minute boat ride down the Sierpe River from Sábalo Lodge. Playa Blanca is located at the mouth of the river commonly referred to as the "boca". This is a remote and isolated beach that can only be reached by boat. There you can enjoy a relaxing atmosphere with a spectacular view of the mountains on Violin's island. It is a wonderful tree-lined beach with safe areas for swimming and good fishing too!

Price: US$545 per person*

*Price reflects double occupancy in Deluxe Rainforest cabin. Price may be less based on rooms available when booking. The price is slightly higher for single travelers.

Sabalo Lodge Daily Room Rates:

Daily Room/Cabin Rates:
• Price includes three meals a day and non-alcoholic beverages
• Price does not include boat transportation to and from Sierpe

Private room in main lodge (queen bed):
Single - $75.00 per person per night
Double - $65.00 per person per night

Rainforest cabin* (queen bed & bunk beds):
Double - $85.00 per person per night
Triple - $80.00 per person per night
Quadruple - $75.00 per person per night

Deluxe Rainforest cabin** (queen bed & bunk beds):
Double - $95.00 per person per night
Triple - $90.00 per person per night
Quadruple - $85.00 per person per night

* Single prices available upon request.
** Singles not available for this cabin.

Children under 3 are free. Children under 12 staying in the same cabin or room are half price.

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