Surfing Turtle Lodge (Islas Los Brasiles, Nicaragua)
Surfing Turtle Lodge is located on a secluded beach on Los Brasiles Island, Poneloya. The lodge is solar-powered & off the grid. Choose between a tent, a dorm or a private cabin. The lodge offers the perfect mix of a fun atmosphere while still allowing you to enjoy the unbelievable beauty of the remote island. Every year the lodge releases over 2000 sea turtles & plants over 120 organic plants on their farm. The coolest part is that the hostel guests can take part in the sea turtle release (I was lucky enough to be staying at the lodge during the season)! Find out more about this amazing place here: http://www.surfingturtlelodge.com/lodge/ Canopy Tower Eco Lodge (Darien, Panama)
The Canopy Camp is Canopy Tower's newest ecolodge. Located in the heart of the Darién, the safari-style tents are comfortable & complete with the same amenities offered at all the other Canopy lodges. Surrounded by remote wilderness, the camp is a bird-watcher's paradise. Find out more about the Canopy Tower Camp as well as everything else the Canopy Family has to offer here: http://www.canopytower.com/ The Lodge at Pico Bonito (La Ceiba, Honduras)
Sustainable & luxurious, the Lodge at Pico Bonito is located near La Ceiba on the Caribbean coast of Honduras. Enjoy the rainforest, the outdoors, & the same service as that of a nice hotel. Read more here: http://www.picobonito.com/ Uno Astrolodge (Cancun, Mexico)
Located on the remote beaches of Tulum, at Uno Astrolodge you are surrounded by the crystal clear waters of the caribe & the Yucatec tropical jungle. Uno Astrolodge is lit with solar panels & candles, has a system of organic & earth friendly toilets, & all shower products are biodegradable. Use the community kitchen, relax with some meditation in the yoga hall, or spend the day diving or snorkeling. Read more about this unique lodge on their website: http://www.unoastrolodge.com/ |
Hacienda Merida (Ometepe, Nicaragua)
Hacienda Merida is located on the island of Ometepe in Nicaragua. Awarded the "Making a Difference" award by SustainableTrip.org, this hostel is truly a paradise. Located right on the lake, you can rent kayaks, go for a swim, plan a hike up one of the volcanoes on the island, or just relax in a hammock. The restaurant serves only the healthiest natural food & the breakfast buffet is the perfect way to start your morning. I met some really amazing people while staying at this hostel & had an unbelievable experience. Read more about Hacienda Merida here: http://www.hmerida.com/ Lapa Rios Eco Lodge (Costa Rica)
Lapa Rios is situated within a 1000-acre private nature reserve in Costa Rica's remote Osa Peninsula. The 17 luxurious private bungalows overlook the point where the Golfo Dulce meets the Pacific Ocean. National Geographic names Lapa Rios one of 24 Unique Ecolodges of the World. Experience the amazing wildlife including pumas, monkeys, scarlet macaws, tree frogs, & toucans. Read more about why Lapa Rios is a pioneer of sustainable tourism & what else you can experience at this gem of an ecolodge: http://www.laparios.com/ The Lodge at Chaa Creek (Cayo District, Belize)
Located in the heart of Maya civilization, the award-winning Chaa Creek Lodge offers the perfect mix of a jungle experience & modern luxuries. Since 1981, Chaa Creek has been named one of the world's best ecolodges & a pioneer in adventure travel to Belize. Mountain bike, book a tour to explore Maya civilization & Belize's natural history, & enjoy Chaa Creek's lush 365-acre nature reserve. Read more about this "wildly civilized" resort here: http://www.chaacreek.com/ |