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What are ecological tours & what is ecotourism ?
It is our desire to make your experience at Hacienda Barú both entertaining and educational; to deepen your appreciation for the wonders of the tropical rainforest. Hacienda Barú´s guides are sharp-eyed and well trained. The majority come from local communities and have been familiar with the flora and fauna since childhood.
On all our tours the guides carry a spotting scope to help you see wildlife close up. We believe that the terms ecological tourism or ecotourism imply education about the habitats or culture that you are visiting. We have designed our canopy exploration experiences to be educational and fun.
Our adventures fall into 3 different categories Canopy Exploration, Birdwatching, Hiking and Night Hikes. In this way we give you the chance to explore the rainforest from many different aspects.
Beyond sustainable
- by Jack Ewing
The Merriam-Webster online dictionary defines the word “sustainable” as: “of, relating to, or being a method of harvesting or using a resource so that the resource is not depleted or seriously damaged.”
The word has been in use for a long time, at least since 1727 according to Merriam-Webster. In recent years, with increased interest in our environment and concern over the rate of depletion of our natural resources, the word has come into popular usage. Information about how to live sustainably is readily available, as are products for sustainable ways of doing things. Energy efficiency is of utmost importance followed by water efficiency, social responsibility, general environmental friendliness and others.
Buy Jack's book
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Discover the mysterious and fascinating ways in which animals and plants-and people-interact with one another in the rainforests of Costa Rica. Author and naturalist Jack Ewing shares a wealth of observations and experiences, gathered from more than three decades of living in southwestern Costa Rica, home to some of the most prolific and diverse ecosystems on Earth. More than just a simple collection of essays, Monkeys are Made of Chocolate is a testament to the wonder of life in all its countless guises, as seen through the eyes of a man with a gift for subtle discernment and a natural flair for storytelling. |
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Black Iguana
This Black Iguana (Ctenosaura similis) likes to sun himself at the entrance to Hacienda Barú Lodge.
We call him “The Boss” because of his attitude of superiority.
Chocolate Monkey Gift Shop
Our Gift Shop is well known in the area for having a wide variety of gifts. Not only will you find T-Shirts, Hammocks and Jewelry, but also a beautiful selection of Costa Rican made Arts and Crafts. Our policy is to buy (as much as possible) from local artisans who work with local materials of a sustainable resource.