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Centro Neotrópico SarapiquíS: Where nature and culture meet

The idea of creating a place for further conservation of nature and eco-development, in combination with sustainable tourism, education and scientific research, has become reality with the integrated, holistically inspired Centro Neotrópico SarapiquíS (CNS).

It is a unique departure from the common touristic experience in Costa Rica. It offers visitors and guests an imaginative program that expands a visit from passive to personal. All will come away with a vivid impression of the dynamic life of the tropical rainforest.

Guests do more than visit, they are "in" for a total experience. Ecolodge, rainforest reserve, museum, botanical garden, archaeological park, library, education center,... it all comes together at CNS.


Location

The CNS complex is located in the lush Sarapiqui rainforest near the little town of La Virgen de Sarapiqui. Along paved roads, CNS is easy accessible and only 85 kilometres from San José.

CNS is a convenient gateway to other top tourist attractions, such as: