Casa Horizontes Corcovado, Drake Bay

Location

Casa Horizontes Corcovado is situated on the Osa Peninsula in Drake Bay, adjacent to Corcovado National Park. This area is renowned for its old growth coastal rainforest and diverse wildlife, including tapirs, jaguars, and hundreds of bird species. Guests can embark on invigorating boat rides through the natural reserve of Sierpe-Terraba to reach Drake Bay's stunning beaches.

Excursions

The hotel offers guided excursions to Corcovado National Park, where visitors can explore the biological station via a flat, quiet walking trail. At the biological station, the tour lasts approximately four hours, allowing guests to view monkeys, sloths, and other native wildlife. Additionally, snorkeling trips to Caño Island are available, providing opportunities to discover marine life.

Dining

Guests start their day with a hearty breakfast that includes fresh fruit, gallo pinto, eggs, and toast or pancakes. The hotel is located near various local restaurants offering traditional Costa Rican food and international cuisine. For those preferring to cook, mini markets and grocery stores in the area offer ingredients and refreshments.

Transportation

Casa Horizontes Corcovado can arrange transport from Sierpe to Drake Bay, with two daily boat departures at 11:30 am and 3:30 pm. This exhilarating boat ride through the mangrove estuary takes approximately one hour and fifteen minutes. For guests arriving by air, local airlines provide direct flights from San Jose to Drake Bay.

Accessibility

The hotel offers transportation assistance, including a pick-up service from the beach for guests arriving by boat. Additionally, secure parking is available in Sierpe for those traveling by car. The hotel can coordinate a taxi for $10 per person, ensuring ease of access.

Highlights

Location: Adjacent to Corcovado National Park

Excursions: Guided trips to Corcovado with local wildlife

Dining: Hearty breakfast with traditional Costa Rican food

Transport: Exciting boat rides to Drake Bay