Each tour has three prices- for three sets of lodges that you can choose from.
Eco Tico Lodges
Eco Tico Lodges are small lodges run by an individual Costa Rican family. Ticos are what Costa Ricans call themselves. Your tourism dollars are most valued here and you’ll get a great cultural experience. Lodges are simple and sometimes rustic but clean and friendly. All have fans and screened windows and a private bathroom with hot shower, one has a pool.
Eco Plus Lodges
Eco Plus Lodges are a bit larger than the Eco Tico Lodges lodges but still fairly intimate. They are a mix of Costa Rican and foreign owned. Foreign owned lodges are selected based on their eco-rating and/or participation in the local community. These lodges have larger rooms, most have a pool, some have AC, a couple have kitchenettes and a separate bedroom. Some of the lodges in Sarapiqui and Arenal have trails.
Eco Upgrade Lodges
Eco Upgrade Lodges have more amenities, some have a spa. They are mainly foreign owned but I have found a few locally owned. Foreign owned lodges are selected based on their eco-rating and/or participation in the local community. Some of the lodges are the same as those listed in the Eco-Plus category but in an upgraded unit- such as a 2 bedroom unit house as opposed to a regular room.
Tortuguero & Drake Bay on Osa Peninsula
These locations are remote and your lodge becomes your world. Booking a tour at one of these locations includes a lodge where you’ll eat 3 meals a day (at no additional cost), and transport by boat to and from your lodge.
The Toruguero lodges offer guided group tours and your private Global Family Adventures guide does not come with you. Mawamba Lodge at eco-Tico and eco-Plus lodging and Tortuga Lodge & Gardens at eco-Upgrade.
The Drake Bay lodges at all levels include group guided tours, filtered water and coffee throughout the day. Most include 3 meals/day. Lodges include Las Caletas or Punta Marenco at eco-Tico, Drake Bay Wilderness Lodge at eco-Plus, and Copa del Arbol at eco-Upgrade.
The lodges listed here are some of my favorites that I will book first. If they are not available for your dates, a similar lodge will be selected.