Macaw Lodge

Macaw Lodge – A Birding Gateway to Costa Rica’s Central Pacific Nestled in the heart of Costa Rica’s Central Pacific region, Macaw Lodge is an award-winning eco-lodge and an ideal hub for birders seeking to explore one of the country’s most biodiverse areas. Strategically located near Carara National Park and within easy reach of the Tárcoles mangroves, the Pacific coast, and the foothills of the Turrubares Mountains, the lodge provides access to an exceptional variety of habitats within a short distance. Macaw Lodge sits in a unique ecological transition zone where two life zones converge: Tropical Dry Forest and Tropical Humid Forest. This meeting of ecosystems creates extraordinary biodiversity and outstanding birdwatching opportunities throughout the year. More than 390 bird species have been recorded on the property through eBird, including Scarlet Macaws, trogons, motmots, toucans, antbirds, hummingbirds, flycatchers, and many migratory species. The surrounding region supports well over 500 bird species, making it one of Costa Rica’s premier birding destinations. The lodge is located within a private reserve surrounded by reforestation projects, agroforestry systems, cacao plantations, wetlands, botanical gardens, and mature secondary forest. Guests can enjoy birding directly from their rooms, along a network of private trails, around ponds and wetlands, and throughout the extensive botanical gardens. Macaw Lodge combines authentic nature experiences with comfort and sustainability. The property features eco-friendly accommodations, spring-fed water, farm-to-table cuisine, botanical gardens, private forest reserves, and immersive nature experiences. In addition to birding, guests can enjoy cacao tours, wildlife observation, photography, hiking, and wellness activities. Whether you are a dedicated birder, wildlife photographer, naturalist, or simply a traveler seeking an authentic Costa Rican experience, Macaw Lodge offers a unique opportunity to discover the remarkable biodiversity of Costa Rica’s Central Pacific region from a comfortable and sustainable base.