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EcoLodge
San Luis & Biological Station
 Come
experience the stunning cloud forest scenery, extraordinary
biodiversity, comfortable facilities and accommodations, stimulating
company, and world-class programs of Ecolodge San Luis & Biological
Station. Directed by tropical biologists, the project integrates
education, research, ecotourism, and community relations, and
offers a wide range of activities for academic groups and general
audiences alike. Situated on a working tropical farm at the
head of the San Luis Valley, the property borders the Monteverde
Cloud Forest Preserve and the Children's International Rainforest,
and shares with them a stunning diversity of wildlife. Ecolodge
San Luis & Biological Station has been recognized as a model
of sustainable tropical ecotourism. Please read on· |
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All accommodations are newly-built,
comfortable, and immaculate. Three kinds of lodging
are available:
Cabina rooms - spacious,
well-appointed accommodations nestled among the trees,
with private baths, balconies, and a covered terrace overlooking
the San Luis River gorge. Twelve cabina rooms sleep up
to 3, 4, or 5 people each. Located an 8-minute walk along
a country road from the dining hall, classroom, and other
lodgings.
Bungalow rooms - comfortable, roomy lodgings with
private baths and a covered veranda. Four bungalow rooms
sleep 4-5 people each. Located close to the bunkhouse,
dining hall, and classroom.
Bunkhouse -- the most economical, mahogany paneled
dorm rooms with bunkbeds and shared baths. Ideal for student
groups and researchers. The bunkhouse is divided into
4 rooms, and sleeps a total of 30 persons. Located close
to the bungalow, dining hall, and classroom.
 Hearty
Costa Rican country fare featuring farm-fresh ingredients
is cooked over a traditional wood stove and served family-style
at long tables in the company of scientists, students,
and guests in the airy, book-lined dining hall.
An open-air classroom and meeting hall is used for lectures,
slide presentations, seminars, and a variety of hands-on
activities. A small laboratory is used for student projects
and research.
San Luis is unspoiled and undiscovered. You will be enchanted
by the beauty and serenity of the region; the dedication
and professionalism of the staff; and the warmth and hospitality
of the community as a whole. |
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Come to Ecolodge
San Luis and discover
tropical nature and Costa Rican rural culture in the
company of our superb team of expert resident naturalists.
All our guides are active researchers, eager to share
their knowledge and enthusiasm. Immerse yourself in
hands-on activities, learn about tropical ecology, and
experience Costa Rican life first-hand. The wide range
of activities includes:
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Guided and solo walks on our extensive trail system
- Lectures, seminars, and slide presentations
- Tropical farm activities, coffee picking, milking
- Hands-on laboratory and field activities
- Reforestation projects
- Spanish language workshops
- World-class birdwatching with expert guides
- Swimming under the San Luis waterfall
- Horseback riding
- Tours of the medicinal garden
- Guided night hikes
- Cloud forest photography
- Cooking and dance workshops
- Volleyball with staff and neighbors
- Volunteer research participation
- Fiestas with the San Luis community
- Homestays with local families
Day-trips
to Monteverde and Santa Elena, the Skywalk canopy
bridges, Skytrek zipline, butterfly garden, hummingbird
gallery, Monteverde Cheese factory, CASEM women's
crafts cooperative, and more· |
·Or relax
with a book in a hammock, distracted only by the call
of toucans· |
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Effective
July 1, 2005- June 30, 2006
Rates are per
person/per night and include lodging, all meals and most
activities on site such as guided hikes, workshops, lectures,
slide presentations, etc.
Rates do not
include: taxes (add 13.13% to the fees below), transportation,
entrance fees to other attractions in the area, nor additional
services and associated fees (see details below).
Rates for
academic programs
The UGA San
Luis Research Station offers two types of accommodations
for academic groups:
1. Twelve comfortable
student dormitories with capacity for up to 48 people (with
4 students per room).
Daily fee: $50 per person, per night, plus taxes
2. One student
bunkhouse with capacity for up to 22 students
Daily fee: $40 per person, per night, plus taxes
Rates for public visitors
The UGA San
Luis Research Station offers two types of accommodations
for public visitors:
1. Twelve comfortable
cabinas
Daily fees:
- Single Occupancy:
$85.00 per person, per night, plus taxes
- Double Occupancy:
$80.00 per person, per night, plus taxes
- Each Additional
Occupant: $35.00 per person, per night, plus taxes
2. Four of
the twelve spacious student dormitories are equipped with
one double bed, one single and one bunkbed. These dormitories
can be reserved by public visitors, depending on availability.
Daily fees:
- Single Occupancy:
$65.00 per person, per night, plus taxes
- Double Occupancy:
$60.00 per person, per night, plus taxes
- Each Additional
Occupant: $35.00 per person, per night, plus taxes
3. Rates
for children varies according to age:
- 0-3 years:
$0.00 per person, per night, plus taxes
- 4-6 years:
$10.00 per person, per night, plus taxes
- 7-13 years:
$30.00 per person, per night, plus taxes
Note: Because
of the large variety of activities offered, it is highly
recommended to stay at least three nights.
Additional
services and associated fees at the UGA San Luis and Research
Station (not included in the daily fee):
- Internet:
$5.00 per hour
- Laundry
service: $8.00 per load (wash and dry)
- Volunteering
($75 per month)
- End of program
Fiesta: $100
- Arrangement
of logistics, transportation and academic programs at:
EARTH University, CATIE, La Selva Biological Station,
Rara Avis Biological Station, San Miguel Biological Station
at Cabo Blanco Absolute Reserve, any other biological/research
station or academic, conservation or governmental organizations
in Costa Rica.
- Program
duration of 10 days or less in Costa Rica: $50
- Program
duration of 11 to 30 days in Costa Rica: $100
- Program
duration of greater than 30 days in Costa Rica: $150
- Transportation
and off-site hotel and entrance fees are not included
in this fee structure (when they apply). For
current cost information, please request a quote.
- SLRS
is not responsible for payments to other providers.
All fees for other attractions and activities must
be paid directly to the service provider.
- Off
site visits to other attractions and activities are
provided by third parties. Participation in
these activities and attractions releases and forever
discharges UGA Ecolodge & Research Station S.A.
from any liability.
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