Connect with life This is a magical place, where times slows down enough to make you hear the toucans, howler monkeys and macaws,... read moreThis is a magical place, where times slows down enough to make you hear the toucans, howler monkeys and macaws, see the gorgeous sunset clouds from the on-property trails, and taste the amazing food prepared by the chefs. We stayed in the Rancho luxury suite which is a work of art and allows for a birds eye view on the rainforest. Do yourself a favor and reconnect with real life at Finca Exotica. read less

Amazing experience at Finca Exotica I’ll confess that I had a really high bar for my experience after traveling to the Peruvian Amazon last year.... read moreI’ll confess that I had a really high bar for my experience after traveling to the Peruvian Amazon last year. But my stay at Finca Exotica exceeded my expectations! An amazing experience all around.

What made it so amazing:

1) The wildlife. We spotted 25 types of birds, numerous monkeys and a tayra just on the drive to the resort alone. (Driver Andy is amazing!) And we saw even more at the lodge, whether it was watching the scarlet macaw every day from the dining room, hearing the squirrel monkeys from my outdoor shower, spotting the countless common basilisk around the property, or seeing ALL of the things with naturalist Laura in Corcovado. Even on a 20 minute “hike” to the sunset viewpoint I spotted a family of 12 spider monkeys, tayra, and lizards. You get my drift...

2) The people. By the end of my 5 days, I really felt like I was staying with friends. The staff knew our names and would chat when we crossed paths during the day and during happy hour/dinner when everyone (staff/guest) was around. In fact, I really looked forward to 6 PM happy hour to get a fresh fruit cocktail and chat with the bartender and fellow guests about anything and everything! The staff were especially lovely to a 5-year-old guest and made her special dishes to her request. And nearly the full set of guests had dinner together every day, which was lovely, especially as a solo traveler!

3) The in-house naturalist - Laura deserves a special shout out for leading fantastic tours of Corcovado National Park and kayaking nearby. She has eagle-eyes for spotting birds and mammals - in some cases, seeing things other guides don’t - and is really enjoyable company for the entire experience.

4) The beach - We had 4-10 guests my week during Green Season, so I typically had the beach completely to myself! Got to choose whichever hammock I liked :)

5) The cabin - They generously upgraded me to the Bamboo Cabin, which was wonderful! It was right near the paths to the lodge and the beach, yet felt very private. And was spacious and comfortable with everything that I could want.

6) The food - I had no idea that I’d enjoy delicious 3-course dinners at an Ecolodge! Marvin and Coco did amazing things with local items - I’m still thinking about the fish we had one evening. I love cooking and food, and delighted in the presentation and flavors every time.

In case it’s not abundantly clear, I’d highly recommend Finca Exotica. Many thanks to the staff for an amazing experience! read less

The most AUTHENTIC way to experience Pura Vida I can't say enough about how amazing Finca Exotic is. The best value, the best views, the best food, the... read moreI can't say enough about how amazing Finca Exotic is. The best value, the best views, the best food, the best staff and the best guests. I recommend coming to do a detox, or a reset because there are few places left in this world where you can truly unplug and get away like the Osa. The manager Jose took the time to show me around and made sure I had everything I needed. I did a massage session with him and it was incredible. Marvin the chef prepares the healthiest and BEST meals. You will be SO full. I loved the dining experience each night and the family-style table where we all got to know each other. Sleeping in the jungle was an incredible experience---if not a little scary at times but by the end I felt at home with the animals and jungle sounds! read less

Magical jungle retreat What a wonderful place this is! The staff was kind, caring, accommodating and helpful. We felt at home during our... read moreWhat a wonderful place this is! The staff was kind, caring, accommodating and helpful. We felt at home during our entire stay. The food was off the charts fresh and delicious. Our cabin was perched high on a hillside overlooking the jungle and the sea. Birds everywhere including Scarlet Macaws! A simply magical place. We’d return in a heartbeat. read less

Very special place! The setting is superb. The food was incredible. (Marvin was our chef.) Take a hike through Corcovado... read moreThe setting is superb. The food was incredible. (Marvin was our chef.) Take a hike through Corcovado with Laura. You won't even mind the cold showers or the lack of AC. Trust me. But if you require those things, this is not the place for you. The views from our bungalow were amazing Casa Raiz). It was a little high up on the hill, so a bit of a trek to get there. But you'll see great views and lots of birds. They also have bungalows lowere down, less of a trek. read less

Excellent Nature Connection Great location blending in with nature and the nearby corcovado national park, super friendly and helpful staff and owners,... read moreGreat location blending in with nature and the nearby corcovado national park, super friendly and helpful staff and owners, great food, comfortable tent bedding and frequent bird and animal sightings (at least during our time there). Our guide was knowledgeable and could spot birds and animals where the average tourist (us) could not. Would definitely go back. Keep in mind that if you are a person who prefers to enjoy 4 and 5 star upper end hotel and resort locations, this may not be a place you would get full enjoyment from. read less

Magico! Finca Exotica es un lugar magico, de paz, con todas las comodidades y ademas totalmente integrado en el entorno selvatico.... read moreFinca Exotica es un lugar magico, de paz, con todas las comodidades y ademas totalmente integrado en el entorno selvatico. La cocina buenisima, el staff especialmente amable y de muchisima ayuda.

Se encuentra frente al mar en un entorno precioso, muy cerca de la entrada al Parque Nacional de Corcovado. Ofrecen tours organizados al parque. read less

The Wildlife + You My gf and I spent 3 nights in one of the Tents and we couldn’t have had a better experience.... read moreMy gf and I spent 3 nights in one of the Tents and we couldn’t have had a better experience. From the landscaping to the food and amazing staff. As well as the secluded, natural lifestyle the property gave you. It was everything we wanted to experience while on the Osa Peninsula.

You will see much wildlife at this location, such as, scarlet macaws, monkeys (all 4 types!), snakes, ant eaters, frogs, tucáns and so much more.

If you’re looking to get away and be “unplugged,” then Markos, Gabi and staff are what you need and they will take care of you! read less

A piece of paradise in the jungle I truly loved my stay at Finca Exotica. Set in the lush jungle area of Osa Peninsula, right by a... read moreI truly loved my stay at Finca Exotica. Set in the lush jungle area of Osa Peninsula, right by a pristine Pacific beach, it is a perfect place to relax and get close to nature. The food is amazing, fresh off the property or sourced from locals. The owners and staff are truly friendly and are happy to show you and tell you about the fauna and flora to be found on the property. Access to Corcovado is very easy from Finca Exotica as it is a little further down the beach, and you can go there with naturalist Laura. I highly recommend Finca Exotica and truly hope to be able to return soon for a longer stay. Thank you for an absolutely fabulous time! read less

Amazing lodge and food. I just returned from a week at Finca Exotica and would have loved to stay much longer.

We were... read moreI just returned from a week at Finca Exotica and would have loved to stay much longer.

We were upgraded to stay in the Rancho "cabin" - really more like a villa. It would easily sleep 6 people and had the most amazing view over the gardens, jungle and Pacific. We had a great outdoor shower with a toucan singing overhead.

The food was sublime as prepared by Martin and Coco using many ingredients sourced from the Finca or neighbors. We had a different treat for each of our 3 meals which were beautifully presented.

We really enjoyed our Corcovado hike - and between that hike and others around the Finca we were treated to views of many birds, coati, anteater, butterflies, frogs etc.

Our taxi driver, Andy arranged through the Finca was great with a nature tour en route to the lodge.

I can't wait to go next year. read less

Relax into bliss I loved staying at Finca Exotica, it's a piece of heaven on earth. This place is perfect to unplug... read moreI loved staying at Finca Exotica, it's a piece of heaven on earth. This place is perfect to unplug and plug into nature. I enjoy the simplicity and the the family dinners with other guests. The food was wonderful and made with much love. The owners and the team are very kind and helpful with booking tours and ensuring my stay was everything I could've imagined. The hike on the land is beautiful and the sunsets are breathtaking. This lodge is truly one of a kind experience and i can highly recommend this as a destination to find peace, tranquility and connecting back with nature. So grateful to all the staff at finca that makes this place a magical place to relax into bliss! read less

Beautiful beaches, exotic jungles, and excellent food - doesn't get any better than Finca Exotica! Wanted to get off the grid and explore some of Corcovado National Park. Instead found that the grounds immediately around... read moreWanted to get off the grid and explore some of Corcovado National Park. Instead found that the grounds immediately around Finca Exotica are filled with amazing birds and mammals. The area is remote so nowhere to eat except the lodge. No problem! Marvin and then Coco ran the kitchen and prepared amazing food. Not a bad meal during our 1 week stay with lots of fresh vegetables and fruits and always a personal touch. Even did "raw" food meals for a couple staying there.

We loved the cabins with no walls. The sounds of crashing waves lull you to sleep and bird sounds start filling the air around 4:30am. No problem with no wall, locks, and only mosquito netting. Bugs were not a problem. Leave your extra clothes at home - bring only a few pair of shorts and enough t-shirts. There were several other lodges in the area, one close to Finca Exotica and another closer to the park. From what I could see we made the right choice of lodge for accessibility, location, and amenities. Would definitely go back and may become a regular visitor. read less