Rafiki Safari Lodge is an eco-focused wilderness resort set within a private 842-acre primary tropical rainforest reserve along the Savegre River in Costa Rica. Blending South African safari-style glamping with Central American biodiversity, it emphasizes sustainable eco-tourism, wildlife conservation, and adventure activities. Surrounded by coastal mountain ranges and lush primary rainforest; a 4x4 vehicle is recommended due to unpaved mountain roads leading up to the reserve.
Embark on the ultimate Costa Rican road trip behind the wheel of your rental car! Start in the vibrant capital of San Jose City , before climbing into the misty, quetzal-filled cloud forests of The Savegre Valley in San Gerardo de Dota. Navigate rugged jungle trails down to the remote, safari-style luxury of Rafiki Safari Lodge, and finally, cruise down to the sunny Pacific coastline of Manuel Antonio National Park in Quepos, to relax on golden beaches surrounded by playful monkeys and sloths, wrapping up a seamless Self-Drive journey through Costa Rica’s most breathtaking landscapes.
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