PURA VIDA

Botánika recently hosted an enthralling series of chess tournaments, extending an open invitation to the residents of Puerto Jiménez town, where the resort is situated. Over the span of two weekends, participants of all ages, including both children and adults, engaged in intense battles on the chessboard.

Our resort team takes to heart what the word Botánika means, which is: the study of plants. We consider it an honor to welcome our esteemed guests to one of the most untouched and biodiverse locations in the world. While we cherish and revel in the remarkable environment that envelops us, we also recognize the importance of protecting it.

Botánika’s very own mixologist, Johan Solano, was a finalist in the 2023 Tiki League Costa Rica cocktail challenge. The Tiki League is part of the Latin American Cocktail Championship, organized by Carlos the TikiMan. Each mixologist submitted a video of an original cocktail recipe and its final presentation. Out of 88 participants from 21 different countries, Johan was one of 13 mixologists who made it to the final round.

The International Association of Latin American Folklore (Asociación Internacional de Folclor Latinoamericano) recently came to Costa Rica for a week-long folklore festival. Dance groups from Mexico, Peru, and Panama performed at different institutions and schools in the Osa Peninsula. The group came to Botánika on March 18. Our resort guests and audience were moved by the magic of witnessing such a unique display of customs, fashion, and music from these different cultures.

Welcome to the fascinating world of Insectopia Rainforest Exhibition & Research Center, organized by the BioSur Foundation and nestled within our enchanting resort. Prepare to embark on a journey through the realm of insects, as we showcase over 8,000 specimens collected from diverse forest ecosystems across Costa Rica.