Why Come to Guaria?
 Alongside
the incredible Osa Peninsula environment, the primary rainforest
abundant with birds and wildlife, the paradise beaches and pristine
ocean and surreal climate, the notable architecture of our facilities
and our enthusiastic and specialized staff, Guaria de Osa is
also unique because:
• Guaria de Osa is embedded in an emerald beauty, wonder-land
rainforest bordered with a fish-heaven temple Pacific Ocean -
a perfect location for natural discovery and natural fun such
as bird-watching, rainforest trekking and nature walks, surfing,
scuba diving and snorkeling, star-gazing or just pure old fashioned
relaxation and simply the enjoying of our splendid environment.
 •Guaria
de Osa has over 3500 square feet of floor space in its main lodge
with solar electricity, tiled and hardwood floors and high ceilings,
as well as comfortable guest rooms, ample grassy lawns - ideal
for Yoga, Dao-In, Tai Chi or Capoeira. The acoustics on the second
floor are grand for music and dance retreats as well.
•Our botanical gardens combined with herbalist and knowledgeable
staff are available for ethnobotanical and permaculture seminars.
We have a rare collection of ethnobotanical treasures from Central
and South America.
 •At
Guaria de Osa various types of healing modalities are offered
such as: Healing with local medicinal plants, Tui Na -therapeutic
massage, foot reflexology and Reiki are also gifts the staff can
offer.
* The ambiance at Guaria de Osa is wonderful for weddings and
family reunions, and for high school and university field trips.
* Guaria de Osa is a place for service and dedication.
At certain times of the year educational events are held such
as Permaculture and Art workshops for local youth. We are also
seeking volunteers for our sea turtle rescue project between the
months of August through October volunteer interns are accepted,
please send us a formal request alongside your curriculum vitae.
* Guaria de Osa is favorable for studying. We have
a small library with books and field guides related to our environment.
Laminated wall charts on acupuncture meridians and points, and
other general concepts in the field of integral medicine are found
in our massage room.
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The architecture at Guaria de Osa provides a splendid and inspiring
environment suitable for people from many walks of life. Our aspirations
have been to create a place that mirrors the natural beauty of
our environment. The raised eaves, high ceilings and panoramic
views from the cupola provide a fresh, cool and unforgettable
ambiance.
* The wood used at Guaria de Osa is perfectly cured heartwood
which has come from fallen trees laying in cattle pastures for
over 20 years, most of which were blown over in windstorms. Horse
and oxen teams hauled in all the wood. Special care was taken
through all aspects of the building to ensure environmental sensitivity.
* Guaria de Osa is ideal for catching up on much needed rest
and relaxation, several finely woven cotton hammocks from the
Secoya community in Ecuador can be found in the lodges and among
the palm groves.
* Guaria de Osa is centrally located as a perfect place from
which to explore the mighty natural wonders of the Osa Peninsula,
such as neighboring Corcovado National Park, Caño Island
Oceanic Reserve, intact Mangrove estuaries, wilderness coast line
and much more.
* Guaria de Osa is surrounded by mega-diverse marine
and rainforest ecosystems – paramount for scientific investigation
and research.
* Guaria de Osa is a splendid spot for writers,
photographers, and naturalists.
* Our own native journeys hosted by Sentient Experientials
– are unique in many ways. Entitled "Nature as Teacher,
Traditional Wisdom, and Rainforest Conservation Strategies"
our program is hosted by an international staff and expert guides,
with special guest presenters and legendary cultural masters.
These are deep forest, oceanic and intercultural journeys beholding
the majesty of the primary Rainforest and the pristine Pacific
Ocean. We offer an experience of unadulterated nature and the
opportunity to re-discover ancient wisdom pertinent for these
tumultuous times. Please visit our calendar of events.
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Guaria de Osa's Guest Teacher is Don Pablo Amaringo from the Peruvian
Amazon, a world-illustrious visionary painter, a spiritual master
in his own unique right, and once-practicing shaman. He is the
Director of the Usko Ayar School of Amazonian Painting in Pucallpa,
Peru, and illustrated author of "Ayahuasca Visions."
Don Pablo visits Guaria once a year; please see our calendar of
events and the photo & Art gallery for Don Pablo’s originals.
* Guaria de Osa offers unique opportunities with notable guest
presenters and facilitators. Please visit our calendar of events.
* Guaria de Osa's herbologist-in-residence is Don
Victorio Villareal Villareal. He is a classic Osa Peninsula elder,
a medicinal plant expert and knowledgeable naturalist guide. Don
Victorio is available for healings with local medicinal plants.
He is also an incredible musician and a passionate player of dominos.
* Guaria de Osa's steward is Jonathon Miller Weisberger,
a bilingual (English/Spanish) Ethnobotanist, naturalist and wilderness
guide, massage therapist and Tai Chi trainer. Jonathon is the
Director of Osanimi and has worked on rainforest conservation
and cultural heritage revival projects among 5 indigenous communities
since 1988. His passion is sharing nature and culture with others
so they too may be inspired as he has been; he has successfully
guided over 300 visitors into remote rainforest regions for the
past 14 years. 10 of those have been in Amazonian Ecuador and
Peru. Please see his biography under staff for more information.
* Guaria de Osa is available for group and retreat
leaders as the place to stay on the Osa Peninsula; Guaria de Osa
is also available for visitation by drop in tourist with prior
reservations, in-between our events. Please inquiry for rental
availability and reservations. puravida@guariadeosa.com
* Proceeds from all funds generated, in part, benefit
Osanimi - Rainforest Conservation and Cultural Heritage Projects
among indigenous and rural communities in Central and South America.
Please visit www.osanimi.org
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current project is the formation of a biological reserve bordering
Sangay National Park with the Amazanga community in Amazonian
Ecuador. With assistance from the Tropical Rainforest Coalition
in Northern California we have successfully purchased 2700 acres
of mega diverse tropical rainforest. There are many more plots
to be purchased and donations are welcome for this project. For
more information and photos see the Amazanga - Llushin River Project
portfolio in the Rainforest Conservation booth on this web site.
Also visit the section on Amazonian Tours and consider supporting
the project by joining us on our next adventure to the Amazanga
community and beyond.
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