RESERVA BIOLOGICA NOSARA is a private nature-reserve with the size of about 35 ha or 90 acres and is situated along the Nosara River. It is home to a lot of species of plants, mangroves and wildlife.


Many different birds, such as seabirds, herons, waders, tukanes, motmots,manakins, etc, can be found in this area, altogether more than 270 species. “Birds of the reserva”

You can also see some other animals, such as monkeys, coatis, raccoons, armadillos, snakes, anteaters, crabs, reptiles, etc.

The entrance to the Reserva Biológica ($6 per person) is free for Lagarta hotel guests. The walk through the nature reserve starts at the lobby of the Lagarta Lodge. Visitors get a map of the reserve and a tree list which includes names and short description of the trees within the Reserva Biológica. This self guided tour takes about 2 hours.

Guided boat tours with english and german speaking guide
The guide carries you off into the world of the mangroves: devoured paths through the mangrove forest where the silence on the river will be only interrupted by the mysterious noises of nature. Glide down the river (Rio Nosara and Rio Montaña) over 8 miles with a soundless electric powered boat and let you show this unique world.