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!

01/12/2025

A touch of Pura Vida, sealed with saltwater and light. 💚

27/11/2025

Thanksgiving may not be a Costa Rican holiday, but gratitude is woven into daily life here. In the Osa Peninsula, thankfulness grows from the land itself, from the sound of the waves, the call of the monkeys at sunrise, the warmth of community, and the joy found in simple moments.

At Encanta La Vida, we celebrate Thanksgiving the Pura Vida way: with hearts open and deep appreciation for the nature that surrounds us.

Gratitude doesn’t need a calendar, just presence, connection, and the beauty of living in harmony with the wild.

🧡 From our jungle home to yours, feliz día de acción de gracias.

25/11/2025

The Osa Peninsula is one of the last strongholds for Scarlet Macaws in Costa Rica, a place where their colors light up the sky and their calls weave through the forest like music. Around Encanta La Vida, macaws are part of daily life: flying in pairs, nesting high in ancient trees, and feeding on almonds and tropical fruits that grow naturally in the region. Their presence isn’t just beautiful; it’s a sign of a thriving, balanced ecosystem. To witness them here is to feel the rainforest breathing, vibrant, wild, and wonderfully alive.

21/11/2025

Pura Vida is a feeling you don’t just understand; you sense it.
It’s the warmth of the sun on your skin, the sound of waves reminding you to breathe softer, It’s the smell of rain touching the earth, the vibrant colors of the jungle waking up at dawn, and the easy smiles of people who move through life with gratitude. Pura Vida lives in every heartbeat that slows, every moment that feels lighter, every connection made with nature and with each other. It is Costa Rica’s way of saying: this is life, pure, simple, joyful, and beautifully present.

17/11/2025

Surfing in Matapalo is more than chasing waves, it’s learning the language of the ocean. At Encanta La Vida, the ocean is both teacher and temple. From mindful preparation to the balance found between breath and motion, every session invites presence, humility, and joy.

🌊 5 ways to honor the art of surfing in the wild:
– Flow with the tides
– Respect the lineup
– Protect the reef
– Nourish consciously

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14/11/2025

Encanta La Vida sits at the heart of one of the most biologically rich places on Earth, Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula, a sanctuary where rainforest, ocean, and wildlife live in perfect harmony. Here, scarlet macaws paint the sky at sunrise, monkeys leap through the canopy, and the sea hums with life just steps from your door. The land thrives with over 2.5% of the world’s biodiversity, making every walk a discovery, every breath a reminder of how alive nature truly is.

At Encanta La Vida, you don’t just stay in the jungle, you become part of its rhythm.

12/11/2025

Nourishment here begins long before the plate. It starts in the soil, in the tide, in the hands that harvest and fish with respect for the land and sea. Every meal is an act of connection, fish caught by Captain Mike, vegetables grown under the same sun that lights our days. At Encanta La Vida, food isn’t just organic; it’s intentional, mindful, and alive, a reminder that true wellness is caring for the earth that feeds us.

10/11/2025

Wellness isn’t just found on a yoga mat, it’s discovered in the way the ocean greets the morning, in the laughter, in the warmth of the sun resting on your skin. In Costa Rica, happiness and nature are one and the same. Here, wellness blooms not from effort, but from love, love for this land, for its people, and for the simple, beautiful act of being alive. Ready to for a unique wellness journey with us?

05/11/2025

Surrounded by jungle, kissed by the ocean, and perfectly secluded between the waves and a salt-water pool, the only beachfront eco-lodge in Matapalo. 🥰 💚

03/11/2025

When you let the Costa Rican jungle lead, something changes.
From the rhythm of slow mornings to the tides that whispers Pura Vida, every stay at Encanta La Vida reminds you that luxury is feeling alive.

5 benefits of reconnecting with nature in Costa Rica:

1️⃣ You reset your rhythm
2️⃣ You breathe better
3️⃣ You move with purpose
4️⃣ You eat from the source
5️⃣ You remember what matters

Ready to feel it for yourself?

02/10/2025

Our new open-air yoga deck, designed for calm and connection.🌿✨

Dirección

Cabo Matapalo
Puerto Jiménez
60702

Teléfono

+50683763209

Página web

http://www.encantalavida.com/

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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.