Excellent ecolodge where all profits go towards the conservation project. Pedro runs a great outfit and it feels very homely.

Stayed in April 2025

We had an amazing time at Yatama and met Pedro and Ethan, who where great guides and persons. Thanks again at the whole time for this wonderful experience in the middle of the jungle :)

Stayed in April 2025

The reserve was stunning and a real experience. Time to switch off and be with the wildlife.

Stayed in March 2025

Amazing location and very passionate, knowledgeable personnel. This is a worthwhile addition to any Costa Rica vacation - the focus on small volume, personalized nature experiences is brilliant.

Stayed in March 2025

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Amazing remote location on the edge of Braulio Carrillo National park. Getting there was an experience in itself. Half board , because once you’re there you’re there…. Tasty, simple fare… for me the first time in theee weeks where our accommodation provided specific gluten free alternatives!

Stayed in March 2025

We only stayed 2 nights and wish we’d stayed at least 3 nights.

Loved the remote location, the rainforest sights and sounds, the food, the coffee, the guided hike, the cabin, and the hammock. I loved everything!

Stayed in February 2025

We were underprepared for the 2-hour night hike. One flashlight died and one became quite weak. Be prepared with a good flashlight and a spare, as there are some small, very venomous snakes--we encountered 4.

A hidden gem! The location was exceptional--you are immersed in the forest. Knowledgable guides who truly care about the forest. Amazing food. Comfy, private, very clean bungalows.

Stayed in February 2025

Perhaps let people know that the hikes are potentially rough, hilly and muddy. The night walk revealed lots of interesting frogs, but the day walk was a bit sparse on wildlife, which could have been the time of year. We loved it all though!

We loved the remoteness, and the cabin with it's sitting area and balcony. The wildlife around the lodge is great and it is a great place to escape and chill for a few days. It isn't luxury but the rooms are comfortable and the food is good. All the staff are very friendly and helpful. The journey here is 40 minutes up a very rough road in Pedro's 4x4, but that added to the charm for us. Be prepared for muddy hikes and plenty of interesting insects and frogs around.

Stayed in February 2025

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The lodges are great - comfortable beds, spacious, well spaced out around the forest, great hammocks, friendly atmosphere amongst staff and guests, great food and lounge area with areas to view wildlife. It was great to see lots of varieties of frogs, luckily a non venomous snake, spiders, a variety of birds and tapir tracks.

Stayed in February 2025

Can’t think of anything I works change. It would spoil the charm of the place.

The remote location placed right in the middle of the rainforest. Staff were friendly and wanted you to have the best experience.

Stayed in January 2025

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We had a brilliant stay with Pedro at the lodge. We were very well looked after and the food was excellent. Stand out was the nature walks we did both day and night. I would strongly recommend this as a fantastic place to stay if you want to be close to nature and really experience the rainforest.

Stayed in January 2025

Nothing to dislike whatsoever.

Everything you would ever want or need in a remote location such as this. Solar power, hot shower, exceptional freshly cooked meals, helpful staff, the list goes on. Animals everywhere, put the time in and you will find beautiful fauna. We stayed at 6 places in Costa Rica and this was by far the best. Can’t wait to come back!

Stayed in January 2025

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Incredible stay at Yatama with such nice people doing everything so you have great time. Secluded in a primary rainforest, Yatama transports you in a different world so close to nature but yet with all comfort needed. Views from the cabins are unbelievable so you can spend hours looking for animals. Trails are well maintained and you can spot many animals in the day and at night (monkeys, toucans, tarentulas, frogs, snakes, etc.)., Special thanks to Jeremy and Luis, our guides in day and night walks, to Jennifer for such a good food. And of course to Pedro, the boss and owner of this special and unique place!

Stayed in October 2024

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We had an incredible familly experience at Yatama, where we went with our 9 year old twins (both good hikers). Everything was perfect from the lodging in the midst of the privat reserve, right next to the nt parc, the food prepared fresh on site was equaly great and the guides (Pedro and Luis) were passionate and happy to share (night walk with both was incredible). We did several hikes on ourselves, (there are enough trails to occupy anybody for several days) in this beautiful, lush rainforest, saw plenty of animals. Our stay at Yatama was definitely one of our highlights in Costa rica.

Stayed in October 2024

Nada!!

Amazing place! The staff are brilliant You get a whole "house" to yourself with a balcony to watch the birds in.nearby trees. Perfect for escaping into nature, forget the car a couple of days, be amongst birds and frogs, enjoy the fresh food. Showers after a humid forest walk were good, with plenty hot water. Bugs and creepy crawlies were around but kept away from us! The drive up is an "adventure" ... you just need to take your time and have a good car! Allow at least 40 mins to get to the pick-up point from Horquetas. Take enough clothing for your stay - dirty, wet clothes won't dry in the forest during rainy season May to Nov. Be sure to buy a t-shirt as it also means a tree gets planted for you!

Stayed in August 2024

There wasn’t anything I would say we didn’t like about this property or experience I would Just say be prepared for the bugs.

The property was very simple but it was everything we needed. The water pressure and temperature was good, the bed was comfortable, the food was good, the WiFi worked, the staff was friendly. The location was incredible. It really was a unique experience. The guided tours were really cool. We saw howler and spider monkeys, five different snakes, all sort of frogs, many birds. The guide was really knowledgeable and Pedro was super helpful. I would absolutely recommend staying here to someone.

Stayed in July 2024

Internet only in the common room,not in your own case

Very friendly and helpful staff, nice, well equipped and comfortable room, excellent breakfast and dinner, very interesting own trails in the forest.

Stayed in June 2024

Had to leave.

Location, staff, cool cabins

Stayed in June 2024

It's a bit of a rough ride to get to the lodge but it is worth it!

Fantastic accommodation, surrounded by a rainforest full of wildlife. The night walk was wonderful, we saw snakes, spiders and a lot of frogs. The blue jeans frog was stunning and we hosted some bats in our lodge too! Food was plentiful and delicious, we wish we could have stayed longer

Stayed in March 2024

Location, the night walks and birding walk. Jeremy was so informative and friendly on both of these. An amazing place- need a four wheel drive to get o the pick up place, a 4x4 to get beyond. The food was amazing and simple. Most of all the wildlife. What great memories. Thanks Pedro (the inspirational and friendly owner) and his small team who were all amazing .

Stayed in April 2024

No hot water - but we could live with it by showering early in the day.

OMG. OMG. OMG. If you are a true wildlife and nature lover, you'd love this place. Everything built here integrates perfectly into the natural habitat without causing disturbance. The hosts are truly knowledgable and they contribute so much to wildlife conservation. Definitely take the tours. Enjoy being in the nature. And enjoy the presence of wonderful passionate nature lovers. The max capacity is about 10-14 people, so it never feels overly crowded. It is a cozy and intimate space. Delicious and wonderful food. Definitely the highlight of our Costa Rica Trip!

Stayed in March 2024

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This exceptional place was a brilliant experience. From parking in the designated location Pedro met us to travel the 8km journey along rough tracks to Yatama. The accommodation is beautifully simple, clean and comfortable, you feel immersed in the forest. Pedro, Jeremy and the rest of the team are kind, friendly and welcoming, we felt very at home. The food was lovely, great breakfast and dinner included, all fresh and tasty with the option to order lunch if you want it. The guided hikes are great with the privilege of massively knowledgeable guides, we learned so much exploring the rain forest with them, what you see can vary but remember it’s a wild place not a zoo! We saw a variety of frogs, crickets, birds and a couple of snakes and learned about the forest, plants and trees. I highly recommend a stay here if you like to get off the tourist trail and spend time in peaceful nature, this place is unique and a credit to Pedro and his team.

Stayed in February 2024

Food was fine, they just could give themselves little more time in between the courses, they were more or less served at the same time.

Deep in the forest, away from everything, but still working WiFi. You can get close by your own car, but the last kilometers you need the transport offered by the lodge. Some real jungle trails around the lodge, you should use the rubber boots.

Stayed in February 2024

Amazing Nature; great & competent Guides (probably with yellow eyes, because they spot every little animal in darkness) ), calm and relaxing Atmosphere. Super friendly staff, Clean and cosy.

Stayed in February 2024