 Hosts: Steve
& Paula FriedmanWhen: Anytime
Length of visit: Any length
Number of guests: We have 4 rooms and an A-frame
Fee:
| TYPE OF ROOM |
High season
Dec.15-Apr.14 |
Green season
Apr.15-Dec.14 |
1. Room with two twin beds (shared bathroom) |
US$ 95 pp |
US$ 85 pp |
2. Room with two single beds (shared bathroom) |
US$ 95 pp |
US$ 85 pp |
Students with ID |
US$ 60 pp |
US$ 55 pp |
Children under 10 |
US$ 40 pp |
US$ 40 pp |
*There are two bathrooms in the lodge. Due to water considerations,
only shared bathrooms are available - unless you are the only
guest. |
| BED AND BREAKFAST |
1 person
|
2 persons |
1. Bed and breakfast only |
US$ 45 |
US$ 60 |
2. Bed and breakfast with Park Entrance |
US$ 55 |
US$ 80 |
*Other meals available at reasonable rates.
*Discount for students |
Room rates include all accommodations, meals, snacks,
packed lunches, expert guide service, rain gear and taxes. Not included are alcoholic
beverages, bottled drinks or telephone calls. For stays of 1 week or more, a complementary
full day trip and San José airport transfers are included.
 Please note that we can not accept credit cards at this
time. Therefore, please send a check for 50% of the total of your stay by registered mail
to our Miami mailing address. The
balance can be paid upon arrival in either traveler's checks or cash.
We invite you to use our reservation
form to make a reservation at the Genesis II lodge. Please indicate in the
"additional comments or requests" box if you have dietary and/or medical
considerations which we can probably accommodate with prior notice. You can also indicate
your interest in other areas, habitats, tours, etc. We may be able to help you with
reservations or advice at no additional cost. |
 CAMPING:
Our recently constructed covered wooden deck is proving popular with backpackers and
campers. It has space for 4-2 person tents or 8 persons total. A nearby
ecologically-sensitive outhouse is provided for convenience. Many services are
available to campers to make their stay more comfortable and enjoyable.
Below are our rates for camping:
| RATES |
| Camping: |
$5.00 per person per day with own tent |
| |
$5.00 per day for tent rental plus $3.00 per
person for platform use |
| Cooking facilities: |
$1.00 per person per day |
| Hot showers: |
$2.00 per person |
| Breakfast: |
$5.00 per person |
| Lunch: |
$10.00 (hot main meal) per person |
| Supper: |
$5.00 per person |
| Extra Blanket: |
$2.00 each per day |
| Camping mattress: |
$2.00 each per day |
| Natural history tour: |
$15.00 per person (minimum 2 hour tour) |
| Park entrance: |
$10.00 per adult – per day |
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$5.00 per child or student with I.D.
Children under 12, free. – per day |
HIKING:
  Our trail system is modeled on the
Appalachian Trail system. It is designed to give everyone of average ability the
opportunity to view the forest. The trails mostly form loops and are
environmentally-sited so as to minimize impact.
Given the elevation of 2300 meters (7,500 feet) above sea level, these are not trails to
be hurried. Allow yourself to be in awe of the towering white oak trees and then
notice the miniature orchid near your feet. A flash of scarlet and blue may be a
glimpse of the Resplendent Quetzal, sacred bird of the Aztecs.
Hikes / Zip-line are given by Steve Friedman, who was an enthusiastic high-school
teacher and has a degree in Geography and General Science and is experienced in the flora
& fauna, ecology and geology of the area. Steve is also qualified in First Aids and
CPR
| RATES |
Unaccompanied hiking
(all day) |
$10* |
Guided Natural History Tour
(Approximate time 2 hours or more) |
$15 |
*per person ($5 per
student with I.D.)
Rubber boots available free of charge |
BIRDING:
 The birds of the Talamanca Mountains are sometimes a mix of rare
endemics and common to rare migrants depending on the time of the year. Our bird
list is the most complete and user-friendly and its accuracy is attested to by Dr.
Alexander Skutch, co-author of "The Birds of Costa Rica”
CLOUD FOREST CANOPY TOUR:
Did you see the movie “Medicine Man”? Did you secretly envy his ability to
glide through the tree tops – but don’t have the nerve? Talamanca
Treescape enables you to experience this freedom in a totally secure and non-threatening
manner. Two zip-lines connecting three platforms which begin and end ON THE GROUND.
| RATES |
| Adults |
$35 |
* The rate includes $10 park
entrance
*$5 extra for al fresco picnic style lunch
*$10 extra for a hot dinner style lunch |
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