Costa Rican sunset over rolling jungle hills

★ 5.0 · 50+ happy guestsPijije, Guanacaste · Pura Vida

Wake up inside the jungle.

Real Costa Rican adventures with local people. Waterfalls before breakfast, monkeys for neighbours, sunsets that ruin every other sunset.

From 2 nights · Up to 8 guests · Open all year

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Experiences

Days that feel like a year of stories.

Hand-crafted adventures, run by the families who grew up under these trees. No buses. No scripts.

Llanos de Cortés main falls and natural pool

Guests swimming behind the Llanos de Cortés waterfall

Hidden canyon and pool near Llanos de Cortés

Llanos de Cortés · 20 min away

Llanos de Cortés Waterfall & hidden cascades

Included in our daily tours: the famous Llanos de Cortés Waterfall is just 20 minutes from the lodge — a wide curtain of water dropping into a sandy natural pool. We also take you beyond the tourist routes to hidden cascades only locals know.

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Sunset surf session on the Pacific coast of Guanacaste

Cabuyal beach aerial view, Guanacaste Costa Rica

Humpback whale tail at sunset on the Pacific

Humpback whales seen from above in clear blue water

Pacific coast

Sunset,surf sessions,Snorkel,Boat tours

Discover the most unforgettable ocean experiences with Chango's.

Traditional Chorotega pottery — cultural heritage of Guanacaste, Costa Rica

EDUCATIONAL

Cultural and learning experiences

For generations, our culture has been shared through stories, traditions, and a deep connection with nature. This is our heritage.

Close wildlife encounter in Guanacaste jungle

White-faced capuchin monkeys resting on a tree branch

Scarlet macaw flying through the jungle canopy

Sloth hanging upside down from a tree branch

Sloth moving across a high jungle branch

Wild encounters

The safest and closest encounters with nature.

Going beyond the limits isn't always the best choice. We teach you how to connect with nature in a safe, responsible, and respectful way..

Chango's Jungle House glowing with string lights at night in the Costa Rica jungle

welcome travellers into our family jungle home.

Our story

Built by locals.
Shared with friends.

We believe Costa Rica should be accessible to everyone, not only wealthy travelers. Many travelers believe Costa Rica is an expensive destination reserved for luxury tourism. Chango's exists to prove otherwise. Our mission is to show guests the real Costa Rica through the eyes of locals. We want visitors to understand how people live, connect with nature, slow down, explore, and enjoy a simpler lifestyle in this region.

No corporate resort. No buffet line. Just hand-rolled tortillas at sunrise, hidden rivers in the afternoon, and stories around the fire when the howler monkeys take over the night. "It doesn't take much to be happy." its our motto!

100%

Locally owned

30+

Native species nearby

5.0★

Guest rating

Our house

Your jungle retreat.

A cozy house tucked into the jungle with its own private room, bathroom, balcony with jungle views, and shared kitchen and common areas.

Spacious bedroom with wooden ceiling and jungle-view balcony

Bedroom with king bed and balcony opening to the jungle

Private balcony view with hammock at night

Bedroom with TV area and red curtains opening to the terrace

Private bathroom with green accent wall and natural light

Bathroom shower area with mirror and warm wooden ceiling

Common area with sofa and tropical decor

Indoor staircase with rustic wooden steps and decor

Shared kitchen with full appliances and dining space

House 1

Chango's House 1

Spacious private room with its own bathroom and a balcony opening straight into the jungle. Shared kitchen, living room and outdoor common areas — a peaceful base for your Costa Rica adventure.