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    Palo Verde Biological Station (OTS)

    Eco Lodge · Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Mata Redonda, Costa Rica

    Mid-range
    PlnrScore 38
    Best time
    Jan–Mar
    Suggested stay
    1-2 nights
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    Primarily a research station operated by the Organization for Tropical Studies, offering rustic but comfortable accommodation for ecotourists and students. Located directly within Palo Verde National Park, it provides unparalleled access to the park's diverse ecosystems, especially wetlands and dry forest, with opportunities for guided walks and boat tours on the Tempisque River.

    Why stay at Palo Verde Biological Station (OTS)

    • Night drives offered
    • Welcomes children

    Rooms & inclusions

    Rooms

    25 (up to 50 guests)

    Night drives

    Offered

    Children

    Welcome

    WiFi

    Available

    Eco credentials

    High, focused on conservation and research

    Dietary options
    Vegetarian, vegan available upon request

    Best time to stay at Palo Verde Biological Station (OTS)

    Best months:
    January
    February
    March
    Jan
    Great28°C14mm
    Feb
    Great29°C3mm
    Mar
    Great29°C29mm
    Apr
    Great29°C96mm
    May
    Fair28°C308mm
    Jun
    Fair26°C490mm
    Jul
    Fair27°C336mm
    Aug
    Fair26°C449mm
    Sep
    Fair26°C446mm
    Oct
    Fair26°C505mm
    Nov
    Fair26°C368mm
    Dec
    Great27°C36mm
    Great (4-5)
    Good (3)
    Poor (1-2)
    Best month

    Map & getting there

    Nearest airport

    La Zampoña Airport (MRLA)

    6 km from the park

    International airport

    Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR)

    34 km from the park

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    Data updated October 2026 · Sources: lodge website, Go2Africa, iNaturalist, Open-Meteo

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