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Congo Bongo


Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge, Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

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Brooklyn
1 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples

My boyfriend and I had the Palm House for four days of bliss! The grounds of C.B. are extremely well kept and blend in effortlessly with the surrounding refuge; While the palm lined beach just outside is pristine and virtually empty, with calm clear water perfect for swimming and sunning. Exactly what you expect when you think of 'beaching it'... more

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Asheville NC
16 Sep 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

My husband and I traveled to Costa Rica to meet up with some friends at The Long House at Congo Bongo. I am a mid western girl, raised in the suburbs and am rather terrified of snakes and spiders... Despite the fact that I saw a tarantula and almost stepped on a scorpion, I cannot wait to go back! Everything... more

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Euless, Texas
3 Sep 2009 | Trip type: Couples

My wife and I visited Daan and his Family in May. This was a great end of our visit to Costa Rica. Each bungalow has a different feel. The stay is like luxury camping in the Jungle. We could hear the Howler Monkeys every morning and evening. Lots of Humming Birds and Parrots. We did a lot of our own... more

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Sunrise, FL
31 Aug 2009 | Trip type: Family

I visited Manzanillo and stayed in the Long House...one of the houses for rent at Congo Bongo. My daughters and I truly enjoyed it! The house is in the jungle, so you have monkeys and beautiful birds! And it is just a short walk to the beach. We enjoyed horse back riding on the beach. Guided tours through the jungle.... more

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Birmingham
31 Aug 2009 | Trip type: Family

We thought we'd treat ourselves to something a cut above the usual budget accommodation for a couple of nights to celebrate my wife's birthday, and we ended up spending almost a week- very reasonable rates for a dramatic rainforest setting, with a wealth of wildlife in the surrounding jungle, and excellent caring hospitality from Daan (the owner) and his staff.... more

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USA
11 Aug 2009 | Trip type: Couples

Congo Bongo is beautiful and open and private and right next to a great almost-private beach. We loved laying in the hammocks and watching the howler monkeys swing from the trees. Having your own kitchen is a big plus and the whole house is very clean. The beach is a short walk and... well its the Caribbean - warm and... more

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New York
17 Jul 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway
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Stayed at Congo Bongo for about a week back in April. We had the Root House and spent a good deal of time sitting on the porch just relaxing and listening to the sounds of the jungle. The beach connected to the property is basically deserted and to get there you walk through a lush, Alice-in-Wonderland like forest. With no... more

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amsterdam
26 Jun 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We stayed 3 weeks in the best place we have ever been in our live. At Congo Bongo in Costa Rica we rent a nice bungalow in the middle of the bush 100 mtr from the coast line of Costa Rica. Daan and his lovely wife Marisol. We chanced 2 times because all the bugalows are different but all were... more

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Lübeck
21 Jun 2009 | Trip type: Family

If you want to be for yourself, like natur, a wonderful beach and if you are able to enjoy life without pool and all inclusive you will love this place; if we can manage it we will come a third time. Ulli.P. more

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Costa Rica
20 Jun 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

There's a place for everyone and this one is for all those of you who love Nature, simplicity and tranquility. A personal favorite, find it a few years ago looking for a hideaway. Been there several times since.. with my dog, with my family and with my friends. Always a great time surrounded by the -magic- of the caribbean jungle.... more

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Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge, Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
4.5/5.0
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