Daily Archives: May 22, 2024

As the first rays of dawn paint the Costa Rican mountains with a soft glow, a chorus of birdsong fills the air at Hotel Rivel. Among this symphony of nature, you might catch a glimpse of a dazzling visitor flitting … Read More

Here at Hotel Rivel, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the Costa Rican mountains, we aren’t just surrounded by stunning scenery. We share our paradise with a vibrant tapestry of life, including a surprising aquatic visitor – the Black-bellied Whistling … Read More

Here at Hotel Rivel, nestled amidst the cascading waterfalls and rushing rivers of Costa Rica’s mountains, we’re surrounded by a symphony of birdsong. But one particular songster stands out for its unique charm and surprising aquatic talents – the American … Read More

Hotel Rivel’s mountainous paradise is teeming with avian wonders, but some prefer the lush tangles of the coast. Today, we delve into the world of the Mangrove Cuckoo, a shy resident gracing Costa Rica’s Caribbean and Pacific lowlands. If this … Read More

Here at Hotel Rivel, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of Costa Rican mountains, we’re surrounded by a vibrant tapestry of life. Our resident birds are a constant source of wonder, each species adding its unique melody and charm to the … Read More

Hotel Rivel’s mountainous embrace in Costa Rica shelters a stunning array of avian wonders. Today, we delve into the world of a particularly elusive resident: the Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo (Neomorphus geoffroyi). This prehistoric-looking bird is a true gem for the dedicated … Read More