They say getting there is half the fun, and with a brand-new, private plane, the fun is about to get a lot faster. Böëna Wilderness Lodges is the proud new owner of a high-performance, state-of-the-art Cessna Caravan turboprop airplane, which we will be using to fly clients to our five ecolodges all over Costa Rica.
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The bird counters were out in force, gliding along the muggy canals of Tortuguero in boats like ordinary tourists, but they were on a mission. About 40 bird experts spent the day Jan. 29 tracking 12 areas to make a list of the 221 species they found in the Tortuguero region – a record high for this annual bird count.
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The dining experience at the four hotels of Böëna Wilderness Lodges is currently undergoing a gastronomic transformation led by a Greek culinary director and a Costa Rican executive chef.
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Böëna Wilderness Lodges recently gathered its core teams of expert naturalists during a three-day Guide Summit in the ecologically unique mountains of Monteverde, Costa Rica. The unprecedented event took place September 18 through 20 at Böëna’s Cloud Forest Lodge and Monteverde Lodge & Gardens.
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If you’re interested in seeing birds, you might want to make space on your calendar for Monteverde, Costa Rica, one of the most iconic destinations in the world for avid birders.
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Stop by any of the four Böëna Wilderness Lodges, and you may notice there are a lot of women running the show. In fact, this collection of four exclusive ecolodges has become a bastion of female empowerment, with women in half of the top management positions.
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Don’t miss Costa Rica’s Wild Caribbean Side with BÖËNA’s discounted Green Season Rates. September and October are the peak season on Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast. The weather is drier, the wildlife is thriving, the rivers & surfing are fantastic, and the coral reefs are bathed in crystal-clear Caribbean waters.
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Consider the lowly coral. Actually an animal, it looks like a plant, as it never goes anywhere, and it usually reproduces asexually, which doesn’t sound very romantic.
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Without sustainability, Böëna Wilderness Lodges would not exist in this shape and form. Since our foundation, our objective has been to contribute to the conservation of some of the most biodiverse places on the planet for the enjoyment and wonder of generations to come.
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In the Pacuare area, with the logistical support of the Phd Carolina Saénz, research director since 2009, we approached the indigenous communities of Las Brisas, Tsiobata, Dueri and Bukeri.
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The Nairi-Awari indigenous territory is part of the Cabécar people of Costa Rica, it is located on the slopes of the mountains of the Central Caribbean zone.
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Böëna’s collection of Boutique Wines pairs delightfully with the stunning surroundings.
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When it comes to the conscientious management of their ecolodges and operations, Böëna’s roots go deep.
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Visiting any of Böëna’s five wilderness lodges is a truly unique experience.
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Böëna’s team of brewers is cooking up a seriously noteworthy collection of craft beers.
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The children are banging on drums, congas and tambourines while Marlo Cabezas sings “Nowhere Like Limón,” tapping on a cowbell as he conducts his miniature orchestra at the Centro Comunal in Tortuguero.
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Böëna expands its Tortuga Lodge passenger boat service to include Caño Blanco
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As part of BÖËNA’s exemplary efforts to put Costa Rica sustainability at the forefront of its operations, BÖËNA recently spearheaded a community-wide initiative to provide essential repairs and materials to facilitate the reopening of Barra de Tortuguero’s rural high school.
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Costa Rica recently marked a significant milestone as it celebrated 202 years of freedom and independence on the 15th of September.
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