Savegre Hotel
Savegre Lodge is one of Costa Rica’s premier birding lodges, located deep within a remote valley of the Talamanca Mountains and surrounded by over 1,000 acres of private cloud forest reserve. Traveling to Savegre is a scenic experience in itself—crossing the country’s highest peaks and passing through high-elevation páramo before descending into a hidden valley of white oak forest, clear mountain streams, and lush gardens. The area is widely regarded as one of the richest birding regions in Costa Rica, and the lodge has become a favorite among birdwatchers and photographers alike. With trail access, hummingbird gardens, and a dedicated staff, Savegre offers everything guests need for an exceptional highland birding experience. Bring your jackets or sweaters, the temperatures in the highlands are quite cool in the early morning and evening. The atmosphere is peaceful, the climate cool, and the natural beauty unforgettable.
Savegre’s Trails
On one side of the lodge, you will find a cool mountain stream, rich with local trout, on the other the White Oak mountains and a series of forest trails that are wonderful for hiking, birding, and photography. The 1000 acre private reserve provides the perfect habitat for an amazing array of wildlife. Savegre is an absolute bird watching paradise. There are 82 endemic species only found in this area of Costa Rica and Panama.
Enjoy your meals on the patio surrounded by lush gardens and watch the hummingbirds dart throughout the area. Each room is rustic but comfortable with comfortable bedding and hot water showers. The hotel has a lovely spa as well if you want to pamper yourself after a day of hiking and bird watching. Due to the mountain climate, air conditioning is not needed at Hotel Savegre, in fact, be sure to bring a sweater, evenings and early mornings in the Talamanca Mountains are quite chilly.