Leaves and Lizards Arenal Volcano Hotel
ABOUT US
Leaves and Lizards Arenal Volcano Cabin Retreat is a small, intimate facility with 6 cabins, 2-2 bedroom houses, 2 barns, and a small, family style restaurant for our guests only; situated on 26 acres of rolling hills with an unbelievable, panoramic Arenal Volcano view and the surrounding mountains and valley.
Originally a dairy farm, the land had been deforested and divided into 30 pastures. Since we purchased the property in 2006, we have planted over 3000 trees. Protecting our springs and restoring the rain forest is one of our top priorities. Dr. Marcy Brown-Marsden and her students from the University of Dallas are conducting a yearly biodiversity study at Leaves and Lizards. Find out about it at EcoMap Costa Rica
We keep a stable of well trained and cared for horses, offering private one of a kind trail rides through the Costa Rican countryside.
Our guests often help with the morning chores, milking the cow, collecting eggs, grooming the horses and making cheese.
For travelers looking for an authentic Costa Rican experience off the beaten track, we offer an unforgettable and memorable vacation.
ACTIVITIES
- Our tours are personalized, educational and unhurried.
- Whether you are on your honeymoon, on vaction with your children or traveling a group of friends your experience at Leaves and Lizards will be customized to meet your needs.
- We are located 7 km from the base of Arenal, which is considered a safe distance from the active volcano.
- Because we are situated on a mountain ridge above La Fortuna, the clouds and fog that often settle in the valley at the base of Arenal do not block our view of the lava flow. Several times per day we may hear Arenal grumble, and sometimes it impressively huffs and puffs before a large eruption.
- Our Rural Tourism program supports our local community. Take our Tico Farm Tour or Private Guided Horseback Riding tours and discover the REAL Costa Rica.
- We are an excellent location for bird watchers, with a mix of forest and open areas. Our current Bird Count is over 120!
- Consider our Costa Rica Favorites Vacation Package for an easy to plan, all inclusive trip.
- Horse lovers enjoy our personalized horseback riding trips.
ANIMALS & WILDLIFE OF LEAVES AND LIZARDS
MEET THE STAFF AT LEAVES AND LIZARDS
- Our staff are an integral part of your Leaves and Lizards experience - we could not do what we do without them! We employ local Costa Ricans to both contribute to the community that has helped us so much and to make your stay with us an authentic Costa Rican experience. Below are just a few of our guides and staff members we would like you to meet!
