There are many fun, exciting, and unique adventures to enjoy here at Bosque. Click on the appropriate underlined title to move immediately to that section and remember to use the back button on your browser to return to this list of activities
Hiking, Tree Platform, Boat Tours, In-Shore Fishing, Snorkeling,
Kayaking, Horseback Riding, Surfing, Botanical Gardens Tour,
Sea Kayaking, Sport Fishing, Surfing Lessons, Massage, Yoga
Bosque del Cabo has hiking for both very experienced hikers looking for a challenge and people who just want to take a walk and enjoy nature. There are six main trails that are maintained on the Bosque property, the Pacific Trail, the Golfo Dulce Trail , the Creek Trail, the Trogan Trail, the Titi Trail and finally the Zapatero Trail. There are many other trails to hike in the surrounding areas. You are welcomed to hike them on your own, or with a guide. Some of the guided tours offered at Bosque include: Pacific Beach Walk, Waterfall Hike, Early Morning Birding, Gulf Beaches Walk, Cerro Osa Hike, half day birding and Night Walk. Please see the "hiking" button for a more detailed description of our trails and guided hikes.
Bosque del Cabo also offers an exciting tree platform experience. This fantastic adventure begins when you are suited up in a harness and gloves, and connected to a pulley that will allow you to zoom through the rainforest on a 250 foot steel cable zip line! This thrilling ride gives you the sensation of flying through the trees. The zip line will gently deposit you right onto the deck of the tree platform, which is situated 110+ feet up in an enormous Manu tree growing next to the banks of the creek behind the lodge. You will be able to view the forest in a completely different way, as you observe the canopy layer of the rainforest. You may catch an eye-to-eye view of a monkey troop passing through the branches, or you may see up close one of the beautiful air orchids (epiphytes) that grow only in the tops of the huge, old-growth trees, or you could catch an anteater napping in the fork of a tall tree. After spending time in the platform, you will be lowered down by a team of two well-trained and safety conscious guides. Then your guide will take you on a hike of the surrounding forest, where he will point out animals and birds and examples of our lowland tropical rainforest vegetation. You will also have a stop in our tropical gardens, where the birding is usually excellent. Children are welcome; we do have children's harnesses as well as adult sizes. Our first concern in building the platform and while you are our guest on it is safety.
The price is $55.00 per person.
Bosque has been working with Escondido Trex, the premier kayaking outfitter on the Osa Peninsula, for over 8 years. Escondido Trex offers many exciting kayaking adventures which will allow you to explore the beautiful scenery and wide variety of wildlife found in the area with the latest in kayaking equipment and fun-loving, knowledgeable guides. The sunset kayaking trip is one of the most popular for guests at Bosque. It is appropriate for all ages and skill levels. The trip leaves in the early afternoon from Bosque to go to town, where the 14' skirtless kayaks are put in at a beach close outside of Puerto Jimenez. Depending on the tide, your guide may take you into the mangroves for a look at the plants and animals in this interesting and diverse biological setting. Then you will head out to the Golfo Dulce for some kayaking in the open gulf. There is a good chance you will see various fish, birds, dolphins, and rays. If you like, there are beautiful beaches to stop and swim. The trip culminates with a spectacular 360' view of the sky, lit up with the vivid colors of the sunset, from your kayak in the gulf. Then you will be treated to dinner in town at one of the local restaurants, and have a chance to see the town's nightlife. You will arrive back at Bosque about 9pm.
Sunset Kayaking Trip: $40 per person (does not include cost of taxi ride to town)
Bosque del Cabo offers Horseback Riding on a magnificent trail through primary growth rainforest, culminating at a stop with a breathtaking 280 degree vista of the Osa Peninsula, the Pacific Ocean and Corcovado National Park. You can also take an extended ride to a nearby series of cascades and rock formations. The tour is led by a local Spanish speaking guide who will point out flora and fauna along the way. The gentle but responsive horses are delivered to the grounds of Bosque del Cabo to begin this unique tour. This tour takes approximately 3 to 4 hours to complete.
The price is $35.00 per person
Experience the excitement and challenge of kayaking in the ocean. This trip starts in the morning with a great hike through the rainforest to Backwash Bay, where the kayaks will be put into the surf. Your guide will take you on a journey through the Golfo Dulce, around Cabo Matapalo and back. You will see the marine life which abounds in the mouth of the gulf, as well as the stark beauty of the coastline, where dense rainforests meets the Pacific Ocean. It is common to see sea turtles (Ridley's and leatherbacks), dolphins, and various sea birds. No experience necessary, trip lasts 2-3 hours. You will be picked up from Backwash Beach.
$45/person (up to 8 people)
Bosque hosts a full-time masseuse. The masseuse does a variety of massage techniques in our secluded forest studio (located right 200 meters from the restaurant). Please see the " massage" button for full descriptions of all the types of massage available.
$50 for 1 full hour
The morning Yoga class is an energetic flow of postures in sequence designed to invigorate the body and calm the mind. $15/person
The afternoon Yoga class is a sequence of gentle postures & stretches followed by light breathing designed to recharge the body. $15/person
The experience of seeing this region from a boat is truly breath-taking. The Golfo Dulce is a large gulf teeming with marine life, such as dolphins, rays, sea turtles, eels, the occasional whale, and a variety of sea birds. In addition, there are several rivers and sections of mangroves that are amazingly rich areas of biodiversity and natural beauty. A knowledgeable local guide will take you on a 3-31\2 hour boat tour of the gulf in an open skiff. The guide will show you areas of interest along the coast of the gulf, in the mangroves near Puerto Jimenez, and up the Rio Tigre. You will snack on seasonal tropical fruits and beverages, as well as have the chance to stop and swim whenever the mood strikes you. This trip is a relaxing and informative way to view the stunning beauty of the gulf area.
$50 per person (up to 6 people; does not include cost of taxi ride to town)
The Golfo Dulce and Pacific Ocean are teeming with fish. People come from all over the world to sport fish in Costa Rica, many world records have been set in the surrounding waters. Some of the most popular and commonly caught fish include marlin, sailfish, dorado, wahoo, tuna, and snapper. Experienced guides will take you out for the day in open, fully equipped sport fishing boats. We will be happy to prepare your catch for dinner!
$475- 600 per full day
The waters around Cabo Matapalo, the gulf beaches, and the Pacific coast are full of tuna, snapper, wahoo, jack, sierra, and roosterfish. Your guide will take you out for a day of in-shore fishing in the coastal waters situated below the cliffs where Bosque del Cabo is located. We will be happy to prepare your catch for dinner!
$200/half day trip (up to 4 people); $250/full day trip (up to 4 people)
Costa Rica is a famous surf destination. There are great surfing beaches in the area around Bosque del Cabo for both beginners and seasoned experts. Please see the "surfing" button for detailed descriptions of all the breaks in the area.
If you have never surfed before and have always wanted to try, this is the perfect opportunity. Mike, an expert surfer and great instructor with more than 14 years of surfing experience and training in Hawaii and Costa Rica, offers lessons. He will supply a board for you (if you need), and guarantees to get you standing up during that first lesson. The lessons last approximately 2 hours, and the activity is dependent on the swell.
$40/person (up to 4 people)
There are several reefs in the Golfo Dulce region which offer great opportunities for snorkeling. Large groups of tropical fish are typically seen in and around the coral formations, including parrot fish, snapper, and flag fish. Small sharks, rays, flying fish, and Moray eels are frequently sighted as well. There are also oysters, clams, and lobster (seasonal) to be found. An experienced and knowledgeable local guide will take you out to the reefs. Equipment will be provided, tour lasts from 3-3 1/2 hours and is best done around low tide.
$40 per person (minimum 4 people; does not include cost of taxi ride to town)
Visit Casa Orquideas, one of the oldest and most beautifully manicured botanical gardens in the Golfo Dulce region. The gardens are accessed by a 20 minute boat ride across the Golfo Dulce from Puerto Jimenez. Casa Orquideas, a special and magical place, has been planted and cultivated by Ron and Trudy McAllister. Once you arrive at the gardens, you will be taken on a 2 hour tour which includes hundreds of different species of tropical plants including palms, heliconias, orchids, exotic fruit trees, and much more. You will be able to smell and taste exotic fruits you never heard of before, as well as cool off with a refreshing fruit drink. This relaxing and educational tour will leave you in awe of the abundance and beauty of tropical and neotropical plants.
$35/person (minimum 4 people)
Corcovado National Park is one of the largest and most beautiful of the parks in Costa Rica. Corcovado consists of roughly 100,000 acres and is situated on the southwestern portion of the Osa Peninsula. There are no roads through Corcovado National Park ; the only ways to enter the park are on foot or by plane. The park is located about a 45 minute car ride from Bosque (to Carate); you access the park by hiking in along the beach. Alternatively, you can hire a plane to take you into the middle of the park (there is a grass-landing strip in Sirena). The park offers many hiking trails through primary rainforest, and the chance of seeing some animals that require a large habitat, and are not frequently found outside of the park (such as tapirs and jaguars). Bosque will arrange a guide for your day.
This is an all day trip. $120 per day guide fee (up to 6 persons; this does not include transportation to park)
