drake bay dominical

This luxury tent camp in the rainforest outside of Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica is nestled on 750 acres of pristine jungle along the Savegre River, 30 km south of Quepos. Rakifi safari with nine (9) luxury tents are set atop hardwood decks, each with rocking chairs so you can sit back and admire the view in privacy. Imported from South Africa, the tents' design lets you experience nature up close while keeping insects at bay. Each unit features a modern, complete bathroom. Whether you are on your honeymoon or want to bring a whole group of friends, family, or business associates, Rafiki provides the perfect atmosphere. While our property is a true nature retreat...this is hardly roughing it!. Guests can enjoy a wide array of activities such as whitewater rafting, horseback riding, and world-class birding! If a more relaxing atmosphere is desired, sit back and take in the magnificent vistas from your rocking chair sipping on a tropical beverage from our "Lekker Bar". For the youngsters we have a water slide and pool that will entertain them for hours.Located North of Dominical beach, Hacienda Barú has more than 800 acres of privately owned National Wildlife Refuge. The 6 guest cabins offer a beautiful view to the surrounding forest and are located within walking distance from the beach. Each cabin is secure and has two double and one single bed, a kitchenette with refrigerator, private bathroom with hot water, ceiling fans and a safe. The restaurant serves typical Costa Rican meals and beverages.Playa Dominical: This dark sanded beach borders the Barú beach in the north and is perfect for long beach walks and surfing. At the river mouth of the Rio Barú there is great bird watching. A good choice for an excursion on horseback is the Nauyaca waterfalls.

Uvita / Bahía Ballena: The national marine park “Ballena” protects the marine life and coastal area from Playa Uvita till Playa Piñuelas. The park includes some rock formations, small islands like “Isla Ballena” and the three sisters (Las Tres Hermanas) and some coral reefs. This is a perfect habitat for all kinds of marine animals and plants. You have a big chance that you will see dolphins. Even there is a possibility to observe whales (February/ March). From the river Terraba, which connects the biggest mangrove area of Central America to the sea, tons of microorganisms flow into the sea. Another big attraction is for bigger and smaller fish and their predators. There are 5 species of coral in the park (from the 18 existing ones in the west Pacific ocean). The best time for snorkeling is during the dry season (December until March) when the water is very clear.