One of the most secluded magical spots in Costa Rica now easily accessible
A 40 min flight plus 30 min taxi and you will find yourself in our jungle paradise.Encanta La Vida
ONE OF THE MOST SECLUDED MAGICAL SPOTS IN COSTA RICA NOW EASILY ACCESSIBLE
Our amazing staff can book everything for you to make your in transit experience smooth and easy.
- Fly from San Jose to Puerto Jimenez round trip, please note that this flight takes around 40 minutes each way with Sansa Air.
- Puerto Jimenez to the lodge by taxi.
- If you would like to drive, you can rent car and drive yourself that will take around 8 hours. Please make sure it is a 4wd.
- Once in Puerto Jiménez, we will arrange a taxi to pick you up and take you to the lodge (transfer takes around 30 minutes).
- Enjoy your stay at Encanta La Vida.
Where we are:
FAQ and packing suggestions
FLASHLIGHTS
- We are off the grid / having a flashlight is important
- Bring (1) flashlight or headlamp per person and extra batteries
- It gets dark between 5:30pm and 6:00pm everyday
CAMERAS / BINOCULARS
- Pack ’em! and, remember to bring the cables/batteries that charge them!
- The Reception area at the lodge has a power strip dedicated to charging electronic devices
- There is a SAFE in each room to secure your belongings.
THINK CASUAL, QUICK-DRY ATTIRE
- Pack quick dry shorts/shirts/skorts, swimsuits/board shorts, lightweight pants/sundresses
- Performance fabrics are perfect — think active wear!
- Sunhats, flip flops, water shoes/keens/chocos/tevas, crocs, sneakers
WHAT IS THE WEATHER LIKE
- Generally our weather is 75-90 degrees year-round
- Expect it to be hot, humid with a chance of rain
- The dry season Dec-Apr heats up with less cloud coverage
- The green season May-Nov is cooler with more clouds and rain
BUGS
- Generally not an issue
- Lemon grass and herbal repellents work for most (if needed at all)
DON’T OVER PACK
- BRING your smile, sense of adventure and your open mind!
- The electrical system at the lodge cannot support heating elements
- NO hairdryers, NO curling irons, NO heating elements of any sort
- The small domestic airlines will penalize you for overweight
- Read the small print on your ticket for baggage policy details.
Office in Puerto Jimenez
Tel: 011-506-2735-5678
encantareservations@
gmail.com
Lodge in Cabo Matapalo:
011-506-8376-3209
info@encantalavida.com