Costa Rica Rainforest Lodge
Beachfront Accommodations Cabo Matapalo - Osa Peninsula

About "Encanta La Vida" Encanta La Vida Rainforest Lodge was the first lodge established in the Cabo Matapalo area of the Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica. "Encanta La Vida" is spanish for "enchanted life" or literally translated to mean "loving life". The founder, Brian Daily (of California), grew up in Costa Rica and has been enjoying the jungles and surf of the Osa for years. He purchased the property in 1988 and began building his dream - a relaxed, adventure hotel and lodge, to share with those traveling in Costa Rica. Encanta La Vida isn't just a lodge - it's an experience. Our goal is to share with all the wonders of the jungle and the warm hospitality of local Costa Rican culture - all in a comfortable relaxed environment. For those seeking privacy and relaxation, it can be had. For those interested in an immersion into jungle life and local culture, you will be surrounded by it. Brian has witnessed first hand the immense changes in tourism and development in Costa Rica over the past 20 years, is proud to offer something very hard to find in the more developed areas.

Many areas have been affected dramatically by the rise in tourism in this country. It doesn't just bring in crowds and crime, but ultimately effects the wildlife and their habitats. This area is one of the few exceptions. 2/3rd's of the Osa Peninsula is national park and private reserve, such as ours. Years ago, Brian was one of the first 'gringos' to settle in the Cabo Matapalo area. Back in the 'wild west' days when the area was still mined, the indigenous cultures still lived in the jungles and the drive from Puerto Jimenez took at least an hour through the jungles, rivers and mountains. The road was built just in 1986! Everything was brought to the Osa Peninsula by ferry. It was the wild west back then, but, even today it still has that same character that will bring you back in time! The area at that time was just being discovered, as literally a 'gold mine'. Many foreign firms mined and logged the wealth of the land on the Osa until 1975 when the entire west coast was declared the Corcovado National Park. This 43.735-hectare Park encompasses 13 major ecosystems, ranging from sea level to 745 meters. We are proud to offer an adventure lodging in what National Geographic refers to as "...one of the most biologically intense areas on earth." Pura Vida! Please e-mail us for more information.

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