What is Finca Terra Incognita?
Terra Incognita is an old traditional farm. Like all farms in these wild regions, it has been partly deforested for farming and stockbreeding. Nonetheless, many peri-peripheral or more inaccessible areas have been preserved.
Our project consists of supporting natural reforestation and reintroducing the biodiversity lost when the most maderable varieties of trees were cut down, as well as developing traditional cultures such as cocoa and vanilla.
Our dream is to share all this. We want to build wood and tree houses to welcome travelers, open trails and build platforms for animal and bird watching.
Where is Finca Terra Incognita located?
Terra Incognita is located in the south of Costa Rica, on the Osa Peninsula, in the heart of the Reserva Forestal Golfo Dulce and a few hundred meters from the Corcovado border.
This region has been presented by National Geographic as “the most biologically intense place on earth”. Its exceptional location allows many activities on site or nearby.
The finca is located about 20 kilometres from Puerto Jiménez, where you’ll find all the amenities you might need: restaurants, supermarkets, banks, a hospital, a post office, a petrol station, an airport...
How do I get to Finca Terra Incognita?
There are several ways to get to Finca Terra Incognita from San José.
The most convenient way is by car. It takes about six hours to drive from San José Airport. It is also possible to take a domestic flight or the bus to Puerto Jiménez and then travel to the finca by taxi or car.
Do you need a 4x4 to get there?
A 4x4 is essential during the rainy season from August to December.
The rest of the year, an SUV is the minimum requirement.
Where can I eat?
Breakfast is included in the price of your cabin hire. It will be delivered to your cabin.
For other meals, you can have food delivered from Puerto Jiménez. There is a fairly wide choice of menus. There are also restaurants within a 10–15-minute drive of the finca.
Are the cabins safe?
The cabins are completely open to the outside. While there’s no danger, this experience may not be suitable for everyone.
Are there any mosquitoes?
Objectively speaking, there aren’t many mosquitoes in our area. The huts are open-plan, but the beds are fitted with effective mosquito nets.
To be honest, when we sleep in our huts, we take the mosquito nets down...
What activities do you offer?
The property is at your disposal. It is crossed by private trails giving access to a primary forest, giant trees, secret valley, food forest, vanilla plantation, cacao plantation, bamboo forest, rivers, amazing views... Many trails are accessible around the finca with breathtaking views, rivers, waterfalls, giant trees...
You can also discover the neighboring fincas with some of the most exemplary projects in the country (chocolate making, forest conservation...) and unique experiences (gold digging, bird and emphibian watching...)
You'll find a selection of activities to do around the cabin or nearby in the digital Welcome Book we'll send you as soon as you book.
How can I visit Corcovado?
The property is situated right on the edge of Corcovado. You can walk to the Los Patos entrance. We offer a range of options with the best guides. You’ll find all the information in our Welcome Book. We can advise you and organise your visit to Corcovado.
Find all the answers to your questions in our Welcome Book
As soon as we receive your booking, you will receive a link to our digital Welcome Book.
You will find, in this guide, everything you need to know about the house and its surroundings, possible activities with maps, geolocations and itineraries… all the useful information to come to the house and make the most of your stay.