Corcovado Wilderness Lodge by SCP

Amazing experience. The animals, accommodations, and food were awesome, but it was truly the people who made it great. From the guides to hospitality, everyone really cared about our wants and worked together to make some pretty cool things come to life. I'm amazed at how special they made our family feel. Everyone went above and beyond any possible expectations to make our time there special. The humpback whales were spectacular, and so were the tapir, monkeys, and band of coati. My family's favorite part was checking the game cams. Even getting to the Drake Bay airport was fun. Thank you to everyone. It was truly a once in a lifetime adventure.

A truly unforgettable experience in the heart of the rainforest! Corcovado Wilderness Lodge is a magical place – remote, peaceful, and surrounded by breathtaking nature. Even the arrival by boat felt like the beginning of an adventure: as we cruised along the coastline, we were treated to spectacular views of the lush jungle meeting the ocean – absolutely stunning! We stayed in an Ocean Tree House, beautifully designed and well-equipped with a fan, air conditioning, indoor shower and bathtub, and a hammock overlooking the ocean – pure serenity and comfort right in the wild. During our excursion into Corcovado National Park, we were lucky to spot tapirs, howler monkeys, colorful frogs, and countless birds. At the lodge itself, we had close encounters with coatis, spider monkeys, scarlet macaws, and toucans – all just a few steps from our room! The diving tour was another highlight: crystal-clear water, a variety of vibrant reef fish, and graceful sea turtles – simply unforgettable. One thing that gave us extra peace of mind: the lodge has access to a local doctor, who was on site within minutes when we needed help with a bee sting and a tick bite. Especially since we’re expecting a baby, this kind of care and quick medical attention meant a lot to us. What really made this stay special was the exceptionally friendly and caring staff. From the warm welcome to the thoughtful support throughout our stay, we felt truly looked after. The food was outstanding every day – beautifully presented, fresh, flavorful, and prepared with so much care. We leave with hearts full of gratitude and memories that will last a lifetime.

Staying at Corcovado Wilderness Lodge was one of the most memorable experiences I’ve ever had. The lodge is located right on the edge of Corcovado National Park, and you can feel the wildness of the rainforest all around you. I woke up to coatis, tapirs, and beautiful birds right outside my room. It’s peaceful, alive, and unlike anything else.||What made it even more meaningful was the people in all departments. Roger, Tibisay, Adrian, Justin, Edward, Borman, Luis, Guillermo, and everyone else on the team — thank you. Even those I didn’t get to speak with directly played a role in creating such a thoughtful, warm, and welcoming atmosphere. I felt supported every step of the way.||I was also trying to practice my Spanish during the trip, and everyone was so kind and patient, helping me learn with encouragement and good humor. That kind of generosity really stayed with me.||The facilities were excellent — comfortable, clean, and beautifully connected to the surroundings. Everything ran smoothly, but it never felt overly structured — just calm, inspiring, and full of life.||I’m deeply grateful for my time there. I already miss it, and I know I’ll be back. It’s worth every penny — a place that everyone should experience at least once

My stay at Corcovado Wilderness Lodge was exceptional in every way. Just footsteps from one of the most biodiverse national parks on Earth (2.5% of the world’s species in only 164 sq. miles), it offers all the comforts of a posh 5-star hotel, even though it’s accessible only by boat. The boat ride to the lodge from Drake Bay was thrilling and scenic, and from the moment we stepped onto the property, the staff and guides treated us like royalty. There was so much laughter shared between guests and staff, and it was clear they genuinely enjoyed seeing us happy and comfortable. From the concierge to the waiters, guides, and boat captains, every single person radiated warmth and hospitality. The food and drinks were exceptional in variety, quality, and presentation. Our bungalow was lush and comfortable, with ocean views, an outdoor tub, air conditioning, and a hammock perfect for relaxing. The guides were not only experts in the area’s wildlife but also attentive hosts who ensured our comfort while helping us spot and learn about countless species. In just a few days, we saw whales, dolphins, sea turtles, sharks, crocodiles, monkeys, tapirs, coatis, frogs, lizards, macaws, toucans—the list goes on. Special thanks to concierges Marco and Roger, waiters Justin and Edward, and guides Adrian, Tibi, and Diego. You went above and beyond to make us feel cared for. I left not only more educated about wildlife but also inspired to do more to protect it. My partner and I hadn’t even left the property before we were figuring out how to return. I can’t recommend Corcovado Wilderness Lodge more highly. It’s a rare blend of wild beauty, luxury, and heartfelt hospitality.

My 2 younger daughters and I had been to CR in 2001 and spent 17 days touring the country even the interior. We had never been to the Osa Peninsula though. The Osa Peninsula is one of the most impressive places to visit on this planet. Just getting there was an experience. ||Our stay at Corcovado Wilderness Lodge only enhanced our experience. The accommodations were beyond our expectations. And the entire staff, as friendly and helpful as one will find anywhere. We had so much fun as a family. I highly recommend this lodge.

This is am amazing resort. The staff is amazing. We went in a rainy season and as soon as we stepped out the staff had umbrellas ready for us. The boat ride was interesting and intense but was well worth it. The activities tree climbing, hiking, whale watching, or a spa day with massage they are all amazing. We even got the opportunity to have the chef Pablo show us how to prepare a meal. Empanadas from scratch. I would go back in a heartbeat.

It’s a lovely place. Rooms were comfortable. There was an indoor and outdoor shower. Solar powered. Nice bathrobes. Beautiful grounds with interesting birds and other animals. Didn’t see pumas but heard they were there. Great guides who really know their stuff and seem to delight in showing guests what is there. We hiked the nearby park on day and did two bird walks on the grounds that were amazing. Saw toucans and macaws. Also spider monkeys. Did good snorkeling at Cano and saw whales on the way back.

Corcovado Wilderness Lodge is a beautiful resort located adjacent to the Corcovado National Park on the Osa Peninsula in southern Costa Rica. It would be impossible to say enough great things but I will do my best to give you every reason why you should visit CWL on your next adventure.||The CWL management team excels in service, and it all starts when you book. They quickly contact you and gather all the details of your travel plans because they will personalize an itinerary for you including a pickup at one of two regional airports and a 45-60 minute boat ride to the resort. All along the way you are met by a guide who works for CWL that will take care of your every need after you land. ||The boat ride in itself is fun, relaxing, and an opportunity to learn more about the coastline of the Osa peninsula. Once you arrive you are met with a team of helpful staff, service for your luggage, water, and an escort on one of the many ATVs or golf carts to reception. You are served a special lunch which was delicious and meet with many of the staff that will be providing your service for your stay. For us I will name a few. ||Diana is the general manager and is one of the kindest, hardest working people I have ever met. She anticipated every need and ensured our stay at CWL was unforgettable. Every ask was answered promptly and exceeded our expectations which is something you can come to expect from any CWL staff. ||Luis was one of the wait staff and has probably forgotten more about wine than I’ll ever know. He was able to suggest many amazing bottles of wine during our stay and I was a great conversationalist and thoroughly enjoyed the art of high class service. From his exceptional drinks to taking care of ever single minute detail of our meals, Luis is someone I’ll not soon forget. ||Pablo is the head chef and has a heart too big for any human to handle. Pablo lives for cooking and gives everything he has to ensure your stay involves the highest end of traditional Costa Rican cuisine he can offer. Every meal was a little different, some buffet style and some made to order but everything was exceptional. We did a cooking class where we learned to make traditional tortillas and empanadas and ate the food we made. It was amazing! Our last night Pablo personally cooked our romantic dinner and the food could’ve easily been served at any 5 star hotel or restaurant. I don’t know where they found Pablo but CWL would be hard pressed to replace him if he ever left! Pablo’s love for food is easy to experience in every single bite!||Justin, like many of the staff at CWL, is naturally kind, humble, and extremely patient as we tried to practice our Spanish. As one of the 5 wait staff and made amazing drinks and personally served us on our last night with a romantic dinner for two, which I highly suggest doing 1 of your nights at CWL. Justin makes the best Mai Tais I’ve ever had. Craft cocktails are just one of Justin’s many talents but the greatest thing about him is his desire to ensure your stay is comfortable. ||Edgar is one of the guides and primarily does land based tours and kayak tours. I have never met a human being that is more excited about nature, animals, rocks, birds, and life in general. Edgar is the epitome of the cost rican saying Pura Vida and I highly suggest asking for him during your stay to take you on either a kayak tour or a hike through Corcovado national park. Either of these experiences are sure to be breathtaking. ||Mainer is also one of the tour guides and does primarily water based tours, whether it be diving or snorkeling. During our dives at CWL I had issues with my mask and was a little uncomfortable during my first dive. Mainer gave me his personal mask and worked with me one on one until I was comfortable during the dives. I can’t speak enough to the overall decorum and level of service these guides provide. I have yet to experience this at any other resort. Additionally they took a 30-40 minute detour to show us whales that we saw jump nearby which was not something that they had to do but they did it simply because they knew it would be unforgettable for my wife and I. ||The people there are too many to name them all but everyone was kind and always trying to help. | |Lastly the excursions are one of the biggest reasons to come here, if you want adventure you will find it. Whether it’s seeing wildlife and plants during your hike through the national park, as we saw a dozen different types of birds, wild peccaries that I thought were sure to charge us at any moment, or spiders Edgar let crawl on him to show us they were harmless. Our dives and kayak tour were nothing short of breath taking. We saw tropical fish, sharks, turtles, whales, dolphins, dozens of tropical birds, lizards, friendly wild dogs, and made memories that will last a lifetime. ||I could keep going but I’ll leave you with this, if you are considering Costa Rica, go to CWL. You will not regret it, and you will truly feel the adventure Costa Rica has to offer. PURA VIDA!!