Founded in 1985, Selva Verde Lodge, is located in the lush lowlands of northeastern Costa Rica on a very large, private tract of virgin tropical rainforest and rich second-growth habitats. It is adjacent to Braulio Carrillo National Park and the Organization for Tropical Studies' field station, La Selva. Selva Verde is a rainforest lodge, which is dedicated to educating its guests on the wonders and natural beauty of Costa Rica's unique and fragile tropical rainforestDelicious meals featuring the local cuisine are served by gracious, native Costa Ricans. An open and spacious dining room near the river harmonizes well with the jungle ambience. The resident managers, fluent in English and Spanish, are attentive to the visitors' needs.