No other resort on the Osa Peninsula offers such a complete range of adventures both on the ocean and in the rainforest. Each unforgettable experience is carefully planned and overseen by Dennis Atencio, Director of Expeditions. Dennis is certified within the Osa Peninsula Conservation Area (ACOSA) by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT) as an Ecological Guide. Joining Dennis are Diego and Jose, who are both certified ICT naturalist guides for the southern zone of Costa Rica.

Curio Collection by Hilton was launched in 2014 and is a new soft brand that offers guests the ability to experience independent hotels in exceptional locations around the world.  Curio properties showcase their unique identity while providing the peace of mind that comes from a brand built on the foundation of the Hilton legacy. Curio […]

January historically is a transitional month. The marlin and dorado in November and December begin to taper off and the water temperature rises slightly with sailfish numbers increasing. This month has been basically true to form, though we are still waiting for the big push of sails. There have been some very good days with the sailfish so far this season, including a ten fish release day from one boat.

Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) have a history of visiting the waters around the Osa Peninsula from January through to May. Whale sharks are the largest of all sharks, and indeed the largest of any fish alive today. They feed on plankton and travel large distances to find enough food to sustain their huge size, and to reproduce. Whale sharks are found in all the tropical oceans of the world.

Many individuals are exploring alternatives for living better on less money. Certainly, there are many places on this planet where this is possible. But when it comes to living better, it is not just for the pure economics of spending less and getting more. In fact, expats living in Costa Rica are amongst the happiest expats […]

No other resort on the Osa Peninsula offers such a complete range of adventures both on the ocean and in the rainforest. Each unforgettable experience is carefully planned and overseen by Dennis Atencio, Director of Expeditions. Dennis is certified within the Osa Peninsula Conservation Area (ACOSA) by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT) as an Ecological Guide. Joining Dennis are Diego and Jose, who are both certified ICT naturalist guides for the southern zone of Costa Rica.

Crocodile Bay Resort is where elite anglers come to discover some of the best inshore and offshore sport fishing experiences in the world. But if you don’t fish, don’t worry because it is also here that families and friends can experience an array of eco adventures and expeditions. And in 2019 Crocodile Bay will add a tackle box full of new possibilities and experiences.

In the waters off the Osa Peninsula, where the marlin action continues, we have had blue marlin being released almost every day in December. The strikingly beautiful blue marlin is the largest of the Atlantic marlins and one of the biggest fish in the world. The sailfish have been here in solid numbers and have been keeping the anglers busy in between marlin bites.

At Botánika Osa Peninsula, Curio Collection by Hilton, dining takes on a whole new meaning with a culinary experience that is sure to excite all your senses, but most of all your palate. Whether you prefer to eat inside, or al fresco, our contemporary Costa Rican and Latin fusion cuisine is just part of a […]

Join two internationally recognized wildlife photographers for an intensive week-long jungle photo safari! The Osa Peninsula is one of the most biodiverse locations on our planet and this photo workshop will focus on getting you close to the action for the best possible images. Both Jeff Mauritzen ( jeffmauritzen.com ) and Steve Morello ( stevemorello.com ) have been coming to Costa […]