"Thank you for our trip to paradise.You have created a well-crafted lovingly executed collaboration with nature at its most glorious. Nicely done! Many thanks from the whole family for memories we will keep forever. Best of luck in all your adventures."-- Jerry, Beth, Vinny, Ariel, Wendell, MA.

"We stumbled into paradise and the Black Turtle was there. Thank you for welcoming us and sharing your natural vision with us. We have no doubt that you'll succeed. Good luck. Your hospitality will be the highlight of our holidays. We'll tell everyone we meet about this special place." -- The Bilerman's, Canada.

"We loved our sojourn in the Black Turtle tree house among scarlet-rumped tanigers and sloths! It was a perfect way to wind down our first trip to Costa Rica, and a wonderful introduction to this amazing and colorful country. Thanks for your excellent hospitality & fabulous massaman curry. And for access to this picture perfect-postcard beach! Best wishes." -- Kaimi & Joshua

"It is difficult to express how much we enjoyed our stay at Black Turtle Lodge. The grounds, the cabinas, and our wonderful hosts - everything was perfect.; We will never forget our time together here." -- Jeff Dunlap & Elizabeth Lindau

"For one thing, I've never been in a jungle, nor have I lived in a tree house - so to say this was a unique experience would pretty much say it all. A wonderful wild environment in which to look and see. Thank you so much for the wonderful gourmet meals and warm welcome. All the best on your journey and dreams here." Jen Harmon, Brooklyn, NY.

"We stumbled into Black Turtle Lodge on a whim and we found the best possible place that we could have for our first trip to the Peninsula. You have shown us all sorts of great things and your recommendations have been awesome. Thank you for making a much needed vacation a little piece of paradise." -- Lindsey Simpson, Los Angeles, CA.

"We had planned to spend five days in Osa country and five in the rest of Costa Rica. After changing our plane reservations twice, we spent eight days at Black Turtle Lodge. This place was only going to be a springboard for other areas and we came to realize this place is the epitome of all vacations. Get some sun, waves, drinks, music and relax. Just when you think you have to do everything, you come to realize doing nothing is everything. Thanks for it all. You made it happen. Pura vida." -- Steve Stern, Los Angeles, CA.

"This wonderful place is truly 'Where Paradise and the Wilderness Meet' We found exactly what we wanted for our honeymoon - both adventure and peace. We will be taking away so many memories: our first time surfing and standing up on a surfboard, seeing and hearing all the monkeys, catching waves on your awesome beach. Thank you for these great memories we will keep with us. We wish you the best of luck with the lodge. We believe that this place will be an inspiration to many more people to come." --Jessica and Andy Chen, Chicago, IL.

"We were surprised to find your place and we were glad. It is very beautiful here and we think you have done a great thing. Maybe in the future we can come back and enjoy all the beauty again." -- Danielle & Michel, Holland.

"We happened upon this place late at night while it was pouring outside. We thought it was just going to be an overnight stay on our way to Matapalo but we were so enchanted we stayed three nights instead. Our stay was so memorable... The food was some of the best I have had in my life and the place itself is magical. It wasn't just luck that brought us here. Thanks for a wonderful time and all the memories" -- Jake Hooper & Fatima Rivas, Long Beach, CA.

"What an unbelievable time! The week we spent here will never be forgotten. From the hiking to the kayaking to the beach, this was the best week of our summer. Thanks." -- Rachel and Matt Klein, Highland Park, NJ.

"To see all the little ants marching for perspective. To hold a nascent turtle in the palm of your hand and grasp infinity. To see dolphins in the distance of the dusk and put your hands down into the stars. Life. Thanks." -- Steve Orme, Salt Lake City, UT.

"The Costa Rican people I encountered--and I say this without exception--were warm, friendly and outgoing, whether they were people I just happened to encounter, or service personnel. Unlike the rehearsed obsequiousness that so often is what passes for hospitality in this country, I really felt like we were welcome, and that the people were truly glad to be speaking with us. I never felt threatened or in danger at any time. What a shock to get back to Boston! This was our first trip to Costa Rica, and I don't think it will be our last." -- Al & Faye, Boston, MA