Pavones Costa Rica Castillo Hotel

The ancient hardwood trees of the Pavones region and tropical rainforest ecosystems running down the sides of mountains set the scene for what is known as a canopy tour. Massive indigenous hardwoods slope the hillsides while many meters above, horizontal branches create a dense canopy of treetops. A Zipline canopy ride is perfect for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike. This activity is something very exciting and unique that is not available many places on earth. Along the way you will “zip” along the tree line canopy that local monkeys, sloths, and birds call home. The Castillo de Pavones has extensive experience in providing guests with the best canopy tours in the Osa Peninsula and Pavones regions.

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Pavones is located in a relatively remote area of SW Costa Rica. When flying from abroad to Costa Rica, you will arrive in San Jose. From San Jose, it is a 4-5 hour journey to reach Playa Pavones and the Castillo. The Castillo de Pavones will provide all transportation to and from San Jose if you are traveling via the international airport in San Jose. On the ride from San Jose to the Castillo you will see friendly Costa Rica in all of it’s glory passing through the countryside and over rivers that a short time ago where unpassable. There have been major developments to the Civil infrastructure in the past decade so the quality of the Pavones experience today is better than it has ever been.

Pavones in relation to San Jose

Costa Rica is said to hold 5% of all bio-diversity on the planet.   More than 25% of the nation’s land is dedicated to preservation.  In this bio-diverse world of life, there is a vast abundance of tropical flora and fauna.  Our region borders a land filled with all that you would expect to find in a tropical rainforest that meets the Pacific Ocean.  There are streams, waterfalls, rivers, active volcanoes, ancient canopy topped forests,  and many species of exotic wildlife.  Some of the most beautiful flowers and trees in the world are native to the Pavones region where everday is a new adventure.  Much of this can be enjoyed in peace due to the lower numbers of biting insects that you find in this region of Costa Rica compared to some of the other topographical locations.  This unique ecosystem also makes for some of the best bird watching found anywhere.

flowers of Costa Rica

Corcovado National Park

Looking out from the Castillo you can see the tip of the Corcovado National Park off in the distance.  The Osa Peninsula is home to the Corcovado National Park where live some of the region’s best kept natural wonders and a great place to visit when staying at the Castillo de Pavones.  Our region is considered one of the most bio-diverse places on the planet and no place exemplifies this better than Corcovado National Park.  Corcovado is said to host approximately 140 species of mammals, 367 birds, 117 amphibians and reptiles, 40 types of freshwater fish, and it is estimated that there are some 6,000 types of insects.   This is a truly special place.  With so many specialized activities to choose from when visiting Pavones, we will be happy to arrange your chosen activities in the region before you arrive.  Corcovado National Park is a popular place to tour by sea kayak where you can witness some of the most pristine streams in the wolrd as they make their way to the Pacific Ocean.  The waters around the park host some of the best snorkling in the region.  For land lovers there hiking tours, mountain bike tours, bird watching, and much more.  As a guest of the Castillo our experience in the region and within the tourism industry will be something you can count on when planning a journey to Corcovado National Park.

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Have you ever been horseback riding along the sea?  Most people would respond no to such a question; however, in Costa Rica horeseback riding is one of the most popular land-based activities.  In the Pavones region we are fortunate to have remote stretches of beach along the Pacific Ocean and high country farms that overlook both the Golfo Dulce and the Pacific Ocean.  By horseback, you can ride through sceneary like you have never imagined.  There are spring fed rivers that cascade down mountainsides enroute to the sea.  Many natural wonders await you in Pavones, Costa Rica – many are off the beaten path.

The environment that surrounds the Castillo de Pavones is bursting with life. On any given night you can hear the rhythm of the jungle as the sounds combine with that of the sea and help you find true peace and harmony with nature. The sun and moon rise and set over the Golfo Dulce and the Pacific Ocean, allowing time to flow with the tides as nature intended. The sounds of the Jungle will assist in bringing you back to the natural state of being that will energize and revitalize you.

Nothing like the Castillo......

There are a range of hospitality options when you visit Pavones.  At the Castillo de Pavones, what we offer is the best Pavones has to offer.  Our suites are beyond comfortable.  Each suite was designed to create a unique feel that is special to that room.  The energy of Pavones is of the purest form and something you will take with you when you return home.  We want you to feel like we feel about Pavones and all of its natural wonders.

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