Encanta La Vida

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Costa Rica
Puerto Jiménez
Encanta La Vida

Encanta la Vida is an eco-lodge situated on the southern tip of the Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica. Com
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Encanta La Vida is an unique jungle lodge located in the tropical rainforest of Southern Costa Rica. Situated on the tip of the remote and exotic Osa Peninsula, our beachfront Lodge in Cabo Matapalo offers adventurers the opportunity to witness one of the few untouched pristine regions in the country. Experience the sounds of the jungle, sunbathe on breathtaking beaches and see amazing wildlife all in one location. The Osa Peninsula is home to the highest density of wildlife in all of Costa Rica. Watch an incredible variety and abundance of animals and birds including monkeys, toucans, macaws, coatimundi, aguti and sloths right from your cabin patio. Birdwatching on the Osa Peninsula is world class with over 400 different species of birds in the area. “One of the most biologically diverse places on earth,” according to National Geographic! No need to worry about mosquitoes or other biting bugs though. Most guests never even have to use repellent during their stay with us and bites are very uncommon. Encanta La Vida is the only lodge located at the beach in the area. People come from all around on tours to experience the rainforest, wildlife and beaches we enjoy everyday. Also, our lodge is only 45 minutes from the world famous Corcovado National Park – crown jewel of the national park system. Enjoy a remote jungle vacation with all the amenities you need to ensure your comfort. Relax by our pool, explore the local rainforest, hike to the waterfalls, take an eco-tour or have a massage on our ocean view yoga deck. Treat your palate to three delicious meals a day made with fresh local ingredients by our chef. We invite you to explore our site and prepare for the jungle adventure of a lifetime!

18/02/2026

It all starts with a ticket in hand.
A destination chosen.
The decision to go beyond.

Arriving at Encanta La Vida is part of the journey.
Boarding a small plane, watching the land from above,
letting the landscape set the tone for what’s ahead.

It’s not just about arriving.
It’s about how you get there!

Experience Encanta La Vida 🛫

16/02/2026

We came to Costa Rica guided by something we couldn’t quite explain.
It wasn’t a plan. It was a calling.

Our first night on the Osa Peninsula was intense, heavy rain, wild jungle, everything unfamiliar
and vast. There were doubts. There was silence. But at sunrise, we understood. The light igniting
endless shades of green, the ocean breaking perfectly, life pulsing untamed and real.
This place was never meant to be a stop along the way.

Here we met Brian. He had already created Encanta La Vida as a true expression of his connection
to this land without pretension, rooted in respect and love for the wild.
Encanta La Vida already had a soul.

Years later, when life brought us back, we knew we weren’t returning to start something new. We
were returning to continue what had been planted. To care for it. To honor it. To let it grow while
staying true to its essence.

We followed a dream.
And we found our home ❤️

12/02/2026

A book in hand.
A quiet space.
Time unfolding slowly.
Here, there is no need to hurry.
Just room to rest, read, and let
the day move gently ✨

Enjoy Encanta La Vida and discover our space 🌱

11/02/2026

Costa Rica is home to nearly 5% of the world’s biodiversity.
Small in size, immense in life 🌱🇨🇷

10/02/2026

Freshly made gallo pinto, warm coffee, and the morning slowly waking up.
A simple, local breakfast full of meaning 🇨🇷

Enjoy Encanta La Vida 🌱

09/02/2026

The paths are not made to arrive quickly.

They move through the jungle, surrounded by plants, animals, and small details that often go unnoticed.

Each trail connects rooms, shared spaces, and everyday moments.
But more than that, they invite a slower pace, a closer look, and a way of moving that follows the rhythm of the land.

At Encanta La Vida, paths don’t just lead somewhere.
They are part of the experience.

Explore Encanta La Vida 🌱

07/02/2026

These rocks are part of the peninsula’s body.
Shaped by rain, salt, and time, they hold life, water, and memory.
They are not a backdrop, but a living part of the ecosystem that surrounds us.
Here, the land is not something to observe from afar.
It is something you touch, feel, and move with.

Explore Encanta La Vida 🌱

05/02/2026

Before the day unfolds,
the body wakes gently.

Stretching, breathing,
moving together,
listening before acting.

Care begins here.
With presence,
and with the body 🙏🏼

04/02/2026

Before the day unfolds,
the body wakes gently.

Stretching, breathing,
moving together,
listening before acting.

Care begins here.
With presence,
and with the body 🙏🏼

02/02/2026

The art and the artist 🖌️

Nature never stops surprising us, don’t you think?

31/01/2026

Freshly made gallo pinto, warm coffee, and the morning slowly waking up.
A simple, local breakfast full of meaning 🇨🇷

Enjoy Encanta La Vida 🌱

Dirección

Cabo Matapalo
Puerto Jiménez
60702

Teléfono

+50683763209

Página web

http://www.encantalavida.com/

Notificaciones

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Our Story

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.” It literally translates to “loving life”.

The area at that time was just being discovered, literally as a ‘gold mine’. Many foreign firms mined and logged the wealth of the land on the Osa. The founder, Brian Daily, grew up in Costa Rica and purchased the property in 1988. Then he 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 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.