Which bird species do you think is the biggest attraction to visitors to your lodge (please name only one species)?
Resplendent Quetzal
What is the name of your lodge, and since when has your lodge been operating?
Savegre Hotel– Since 1973
How best to travel to your lodge?
It is reached via the Interamerican Highway
What kind of services – except for accommodation and food – does your lodge offer to visiting birders?
Birding tours, walking trails, viewpoints, spa, and bird photography spots.
What makes your lodge special?
Our nature reserve of more than 25 km of trails makes it a paradise for bird lovers. In addition, our customer service and infrastructure are very good.
What are the 10 – 20 most interesting birds your lodge offers good chances to see?
- Resplendent Quetzal
- Flame-throated Warbler
- Black Guan
- Collared Trogon
- Black Vulture
- Blue-gray Tanager
- Flame-colored Tanager
- Lesser Violetear
- Talamanca Hummingbird
- Spotted Wood-quail
- Long-tailed Silky-flycatcher
- Acorn Woodpecker
- Hairy Woodpecker
- Black-faced Solitaire
- Sulphur-winged Parakeet
- Tufted Flycatcher
- Ruddy Pigeon
- Rufous-collared Sparrow
- Yellow-thighed Brushfinch
Lesser Violetear
What is the best time to visit your lodge, and why?
For birding, all year round is good, the best time to enjoy the birds is from 5:15 am to 8:00 am.
Flame-colored Tanager
Is your lodge involved in conservation efforts? If yes, please describe them.
The lodge is part of a private nature reserve, where no trees are cut down. We do/use recycling, solar panels, LED lighting, and wastewater treatment.
What other suggestions can you give to birders interested in visiting your lodge?
If you are a birdwatcher interested in visiting our hotel, here are some recommendations on what to bring to make the most of your experience:
- Good quality binoculars – Essential for observing birds from a distance and appreciating their details.
- Camera with a telephoto lens – Ideal for capturing images of birds without disturbing them.
- Layered clothing – The weather can be cool in the morning and warmer by midday. Wear a light, waterproof jacket.
- Hiking boots or shoes – Trails may be wet or slippery.
- Hat or cap and sunscreen – Although there is forest, some areas have sun exposure.
- Field notebook or bird app – To record the species you observe.
Other advice:
- Learn about local species – San Gerardo de Dota is famous for the Quetzal, but there are many other birds to discover.
- Check the weather before you come – So you can pack what you need for your comfort.
- Consult our specialized guides – We have expert guides who can help you find specific species.
- Plan to get up early – Birds are most active in the early hours of the day.
- Respect nature – Avoid loud noises and sudden movements to avoid scaring the birds.
Talamanca Hummingbird
Do you have activities for non-birders? If so, please describe.
Of course, we offer hiking tours, horseback riding tours, spa, and trails!
If any reader of 10,000 Birds is interested in staying at your lodge, how can they best contact you?
Of course, it would be to the email: Ventas@savegre.com. Or go to Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa – Home
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