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  • Restaurant
  • Laundry Service
  • Hot Water
  • Kitchen
  • Tour Desk
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Fan
  • Safe Box
  • Nature Trails

Hacienda Barú

Hacienda Barú is a National Wildlife Refuge located on the Pacific coast of Southern Costa Rica. Its more than 775 acres of diverse tropical habitat--seashore, riverbank, mangrove estuary, swamp forest, secondary and primary tropical wet forest--have the same protected status as a national park. Over 320 species of birds and 105 species of mammals have been identified there.

Hacienda Barú's first class lodging is very clean, comfortable and quiet. Cook in your cabin or enjoy top quality tipical Costa Rican cusine at the moderately priced, open air restaurant.

Near the bungalows there are 3 km of walking trails, a bird observation tower, and two kilometers of isolated pristine beach for your enjoyment.

Hacienda Barú offers a number of guided tours including hiking, horseback riding, over night camping in the jungle or on the beach and canopy exploration. You can zip through jungle on cables in an aerial rainforest adventure or ascend to the crown of a massive rainforest tree. The variety of activities available Hacienda Barú will fill your days with pleasure and excitement.

 

 

Location MapHow to Get Here?

On the Southern Pacific Coast near the town of Dominical. There is a choice of two routes from San Jose: San José - Quepos - Hacienda Barú (305 km, 5:15 hours) You will see the Hacienda Barú sign about 47 km south of Quepos on the road to Dominical. The road from Quepos is not paved.

San José - San Isidro de El General - Dominical - Hacienda Barú (169 km, 3:45 hours) 37 km after San Isidro the road dead ends. Turn right and go 2 km. and then left on the road to the beach. You will see the Hacienda Barú sign's there.

 


Our Tours
Hacienda Barú is internationally recognized for its wildlife refuge and its work in local conservation. Our guide's keen senses and local Knowledge can open the wonders of the forest and beach for you. To date, we have identified over 310 species of birds within the refuge alone. Here is a list of our guided tours from the top of the forest canopy to the beach.

Our High Season covers the months from December 15 to April 15. Green Season goes from April 16 to December 14. Group rates are also available and are applied for groups larger than 6 people.


All rates in a per person basis

Platform Canopy Observation Platform
Ascend over 105 feet to platform suspended in the canopy of a magnificent tree. Tour lasts two to three hours and requires no prior experience. Includes: guides, equipment and a hoist to platform.

Rate per person: US$35 per person 12 person at one time 

Tree Climbing
We recommend this trip for the more adventurous. Climb into the canopy with a naturalist guide beside you all of the way. We instruct you in basic climbing techniques and safety. Includes: all equipment and guide.

Rate per person: US$35 per person (maximun 2 people)

Wide tree Night in the Jungle
Wake to the sounds of the tropical forest in the morning. This is the best way we know for all ages to experience the tropical forest. Hike leaves in the afternoon to a fully-equipped tent camp. All you need is a flashlight, repellent, and a change of cloths. Includes: dinner, breakfast, and guides.

Rate per person: US$60 (maximun 8) 

Night on the Beach
  A great alternative (or addition) to the Night in the Jungle. The secluded beach camp located near the mangroves is about a mile hike from the cabins. Includes: dinner, breakfast, and guides.

Rate per person: US$60 per person (maximun 8)

The Rainforest Experience Wide tree
A full-day natural history tour that takes you through various types of forest. Great for birding. Includes: guide, snacks, and lunch.

Rate: US$20 (per person. Minimun 2, maximun 8) 

Mangrove and Beach Walk
A two to three hour hike along the mangrove, seashore, riverbank, and pasture. Includes: guide.

Rate: US$20 (per person, minimun 2 person)

 

Our Cabins
Cabin at Hacienda Baru Our six guest cabins are pleasantly located with a beautiful view of the rainforest and within a short walk of the beach. Each cabin is quite secure and has: two double and one single bed, a kitchenette, a bath room with hot water shower, fans, a safe and a refrigerator. A nocturnal guard patrols the cabin-area. Continental breakfast is included in the price of the room. Check in is usually after 3:00 p.m. If your cabin is available before that, you are welcome to move into it. Check out time is 2:00 p.m.

Laundry Service: If you would like to have your personal items washed, please let the receptionist know, and it will be arranged.

Lodging for groups: Hacienda Barú can accommodate up to 30 people, for a larger group we can put an extra cot with foam matress in each cabin being able to accommodate 36 people.

High Season: December 15 to April 15. Green Season: April 16 to December 14.

Tourist in Hacienda Baru High Season:

US$70 (Two person, Continental breakfast & tax included)
Extra person: US$12 (tax included)

Green Season: US$47  (2 person, Continental breakfast & tax included)
Extra person: US$12 (tax included)

Restaurant:
The restaurant offers a menu. Special meals and prices can be arranged in advance.

For more information please call:
Tel:(506) 2771-4582 Fax: (506) 2771-8841
Email: selvamar@ice.co.cr

 
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