Located between two natural ecosystems

Our close proximity to Carara National Park, the Tarcoles River and our own private reserve allows us the singular luxury of offering you the unique comparison of two different ecosystems, we are located in the border of the Tropical and the Dry Pacific eco-systems, two different climates and many singular species of birds and animals not available anywhere else.  Over 400 species of birds await the bird watching connoisseur, as well as other exotic animals

Villa Lapas Sky Way

“There are very few places where you can still see Scarlet Macaw in the wild – Villa Lapas is one of them!”

A Villa Lapas exclusive! Experience the raw power of the rainforest through our Sky Way walking tour…1.5 miles (2.5 km) in length, and five suspended bridges at more than 180 feet above the ground! Each of these bridges is an astonishing 300 feet length, crossing through the very heart of the tropical rain forest.  This all-ages tour lets you observe a wide array of exotic flora, fauna and wildlife firsthand. Make yourself one with the jungle!

This is a birdwatcher’s paradise. Bird-watching aficionados and pros from all over the world confirm this fact.  There is plenty to look in our Sky Way, including the beautiful and greatly endangered Scarlet Macaw, the yellow-billed Cotinga, and the Black-hooded Antshrike among many others.

Villa Lapas Canopy Tour

An adrenaline-filled encounter with the rainforest, at 100 feet above the ground!

Fly over exotic trees and flora while experiencing the energy rush of “zipping” from one treetop to another within the vast Villa Lapas private reserve. It is natural fun for all ages!

Cross a beautiful river again and again on six cables and 7 platforms suspended on the treetops!

Some Other Tours You Can Take...

There are many other places and things to do around Villa Lapas!

View impressive crocodiles, exotic birds and fauna at the mangroves of the Tárcoles River or dive into the great beaches of the Pacific by snorkel, cruise them by kayak,  do some horseback riding through the coast or visit the second larger waterfall in the country at Bijagual’s town.  All these tours can be easy arranged from our front desk at time of your arrival.