Volcano Arenal Birding Spot and Eco Lodge

"Green Billed Toucans"

"Volcano Arenal" the "Top Tourist attraction in "Costa Rica". This "Green Mountain" with thick "Jungle Rain Forests" is the finest "Birding Spot", "Bird Species" are all around me here in this "Land of Green".  "Tourists from all over the World" come here for the "Thick Green Rain Forest Jungles" that support the "Birding Habitats".  

"Jungle Landscape Painting"

"Green Jungle Landscape Painting"

I have been inpired to "Paint Jungle Landscape with Tropical Birds" in their natural "Environment" Jungle Rain Forest Landscapes

For the "Perfect Birding Spot and Eco-Lodge" explore Eco-Lodge with 7 Private Cabins in the Rain Forest

Come Visit " Jungle Wildlife" in "La Fortuna, Costa -Rica". A "Birdwatchers Paradise".

William Patterson "Wildlife Artist"

Colorful Jungle Toucans

"Toucans Nest in a Tree"
Taken at Arenal Observatory Lodge
Christian Campos Tour Guide

"Chestnut Mandbilled Toucan"

"Jungle Rain Forest Toucans Landscape Painting"

Colorful is the perfect word to describe "Colorful Toucans of the Rain Forests". Here by my home at the base of "Arenal Volcano" in "Costa-Rica", I am just yards from the "Rain Forest Jungle" and these "Colorful Birds of the Tropics" , will perch in the "Trees" at the edge of my Home.   Everyday is an "Wildlife and Nature Adventure direct from the Green Jungle Rain Forests".  For More "Wildlife and Jungle Paintings and Photographs" please visit my website at Jungle and Rain Forest Paintings and Photographs
If you love "Birds of the Tropics and deserve a vacation how about a Rain Forest Cabin" , small secluded lodge minutes to the "Volcano" with 7  Cabins set in a "Rain Forest Reserve with Jungle Night Tours"
Private Rain Forest Jungle Cabins
Come have a "Nature Adventure"
William Patterson
Wildlife Artist
La Fortuna, Costa Rica   Home to "Arenal Volcano"

Colorful Bird Watching in Costa Rica

The Beauty of "Birds" here in "Costa-Rica" can keep you occupied daily, trying to document "Bird Species" that thrive here. There is a little family run "Eco-Lodge" by "Volcano Arenal" with just 7 "Cabins set in the Rain Forest Jungle".

"Arenal Oasis Lodge" is a perfect location for a "Costa Rican Vacation". Just 5 minutes from the "Volcano Arenal" you will experience "Nature" at from your "Private Rustic Teak Cabin".

With Walking Trails through 8 acres of "Rain Forest Jungle" over 130 "Bird Species" can be found within this " Green Jungle Habitat".

"Jungle River Rest"
"Landscape Painting"

The Beauty of the "Rain Forest Jungles" has inspired me to "Paint Jungle Rain Forest Paintings" Jungle Rain Forest Paintings some of my "Paintings" can be found in the "Cabins" of this Ecological Resort. 

"River Landscape Painting"
Mot Mot a Rare Tropical Bird
"PRIVATE GUIDED BIRD WATCHING TOURS"

"Ornate Hawk Eagle"

"Laughing Forest Falcon"

"Crimson Fronted Parakeets"

Tours Personalized for You in Costa Rica

"Tours" when you go on "Vacation", especially to somewhere you have never been, you never know what to expect. This was my situation 10 years ago, my Husband  Bill and I traveled to "La Fortuna for the the first time. We were just here on "Vacation" to escape the heat of "Florida".

"Green Arenal Volcano"
The View we have now from our Home 

Well, we fell in love with this "Country of Green" kind of like Ireland. 

We were lucky enough to fine a Great "Eco-Lodge" with "Colorful" Flowers and a "Volcano View". Since "Retirement" from "Florida" we moved to "Costa-Rica" for an affordable Life.

The reason I am writing this Blog is for those "Tourists" seeking to "Vacation" in a "ecological" destination and not face the pitfalls that can be found online. I would like to introduce you to "Johan Peraza" a very good friend who has lived in "La Fortuna" for 15 years, he is experienced in "Nature, Adventures" but most of all he speaks perfect English and Spanish (of  course) for he has lived in the "United States" for years.

"Johan Peraza"
Personalized Tours

"Volcano Arenal"

If you are seeking a Guide for "Adventure Tours" tailored to your needs and budget, I highly recommend Johan. He will listen and advise you on what might be best for you, and meet you when you arrive at the home of "Arenal Volcano" and the "Green Rain Forest Jungles" that surround her.  Johan built cabins at an Eco-Lodge set in the Rainforest, or their is a Private Home with Spectacular Views available for you "vacation". Contact information is Direct from the "United States" 01150683462245 or naturalwondersarenal@gmail.com

Ring of Fire Arenal Volcano Costa Rica

"Volcano Arenal"

I just found this Article by "Tourism-Review" speaking of the Beauty of the "Volcanoes" of "Costa Rica". I happen to live at the Base of the most Famous Volcano "Arenal Volcano". I live on the side bordered by the "Protected Rain Forest Jungle" teaming with "Wildlife". 

On a Daily Basis we have "Toucans, Butterflies" and other "Animals" that are lucky enough to have a "Green" Environment Protected by Costa Rica. 

With "Tropical Birds" this is a haven for "Bird Watchers" Worldwide. 

Tourists find the "Adventures" a Lifetime Memory. If you are thinking of taking a "Vacation" I have lived here 2 years since "Retirement" from the "United States" and will help you with "Eco-Friendly" Lodges, and "Private Tours".   Here is the view from our front porch A Painting by my Husband

"Landscape Painting"

For the "Tourism Review Article on the Volcanoes of Central America" see

Wildlife Art Prints for Sale

"Macaw River Landscape"

"Tree Frog Painting"

"Chrimson Fronted  Parakeets"

"Butterfly Art Print"

"Wildlife" comes in all forms here in "Costa Rica", "Birds, Frogs, Monkeys, Hawks, Eagles". "Birds of Prey" are perching next to my Home in "Costa Rica". Costa Rican Art takes many forms, yet I prefer Painting and Photographing the "Animals of the Forest".Wildlife Art Prints  

The "Rainforests of Costa Rica" are a Habitat with "Protected Environments" in which the "Animals" thrive. Here you will find "Wildlife Paintings and Art Prints" of which you can order "Greeting Cards, Posters,Canvas Art Prints" and customize them to fit you Home Decor. Original Artwork must be purchased directly from me Bill Patterson here in "LaFortuna" Costa Rica home to "Arenal Volcano".

"Waterfall Landscape Painting"

"Blue Jean Frog Sold"
Prints available

"White Hawk"

No need for a "Vacation" hang a "Wildlife Print" on your walls for a "Vacation" all year long..

So Happy Vacation if only by a Painting....
Carol and Bill Patterson
La Fortuna,  Costa Rica

william-patterson.artistwebsites.com

Nature Vacation Costa Rican Style

How about a "Nature Vacation" like no other. I am talking about staying in a small Family run Eco-Friendly Resort with only 7 Rustic Cabins. You will relax, enjoy and think you are in another world, no stress. Since moving from the "United States" 2 years ago, I love "Costa Rica", it is a different lifestyle, relaxed laid back and you appreciate the small things better. I thought I would pass this information about "Arenal Eco-Lodge" http://arenaloasis.com/ along to all those who need to relax.

Set on 15 Acres of which only 10 are cleared, you will find 7 Cabins with Teak furniture, private gardens seperating each cabin, parking spaces, Canopies of Century Old Trees overhead filled with Birds and "Wildlife". "Lonely Planet" has great reviews of this small lodge, I live just 10 minutes from this "Resort". this is ideal for the "Tourist" that wants a "Vacation" that is back to "Nature", with "Birdwatching", "Jungle Night Hikes" with Frogs and other "Animals". You will not be disappointed in the "Green Vacation" next to "Arenal Volcano". I moved from "Florida" and I am sure you will love the weather here, for other pictures of this "Tourist" destination please visit my website at william-patterson.artistwebsites.com

" Bi-Lingual Tour Guide in Costa Rica"

"Tropical Mott Mott"

"Volcano Arenal"

"Cabin built by Johan at Arenal Oasis"

"Tours" in "Costa Rica" are plentiful, if you desire a personalized Tour may I suggest Johan Peraza who will provide you with a true "Adventure" in "Costa Rica". Before relocating from "Florida" to "Costa Rica" we met Johan at "Arenal Oasis Eco-Lodge".http://arenaloasis.com/  . Johan though only 34 has lived in the "United States" yet loves "Costa Rica" for the "Wildlife" that is found here. Knowledgeable is all the "Bird Species to be found here for he lived next to the "Rainforest" of the House I now own. 

He loves to Specialize in "Tours for all ages, yet Senior Citizens are his specialty". Even though you are wearing a few years, that does not mean "Adventure" is impossible. For those that love "Nature", may I suggest "Arenal Oasis Eco-Lodge" for a Private Rustic Cabin, surrounded by Canopies of Trees, Fruits, "Bird Species of all kinds". 

For day Trips you and Johan can work out "Waterfalls, Volcano Night Tours, Canoe Trips" and much more including "Fishing" on Fabulous and Famous "Lake Arenal". The Tranquility of "Costa Rica" will relax you due to the stress I see daily going on in the "United States". Being from "Florida" I am glad Retirement brought me to LaFortuna, with perfect weather and fabulous people. The Country of "Green Forests" of which the Protected "Forests" have Animals, Birds and everchanging "Volcano" Views....

Personalized "Vacation" service for "Tourists" is his motto... phone from "United States" is 01150683462245, or you may contact me with question at cocoavillage1@yahoo.com.

For more pictures of the "LaFortuna" area on the the top tourist stops in Costa Rica visit my website at

Costa Rica Pictures and Paintings

"Butterflies are Free"

Butterflies one the most Beautiful of Nature's Creations. Living here in "Costa Rica", I am surrounded by "Wildlife". I remember when I was a "Tourist" years ago, and seeing the "Butterfly Gardens" now living next to the "Rainforest" and "Arenal Volcano" I am surrounded by all "Colors, and sizes of the Butterfly Species".

"Costa Rica" know for Ecology and Nature offer the Best in the "Volcano Arenal Area".

To view more Photographs of the Wildlife, Nature, and Beauty of this Paradise of "green"

Carol and Bill Patterson  LaFortuna, Costa RicaButterflies and Wildlife of Costa Rica's Arenal Volcano

"Eco-Friendly Cabins in Costa Rica"

"Ecology" a word we all hear and never really experience it first hand. Here in "Costa Rica" just minutes from my home at the base of "Arenal Volcano", is a Hidden Paradise... "Arenal Oasis Eco-Lodge" is a Family run "Vacation" Oasis of 7 Rustic Cabins, from one to 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenettes all set on 18 acres of Canopies filled with over 130 "Birding Species". "Bird Watching at it's finest, from Private Cabins each with it's own Parking Spot and Lush Gardens in between, with Towering "Trees Overhead" this is the Hidden Gem in Eco Accomodations for "Tourists". Just minutes from "Arenal Volcano" one of the Top "Tourist" destinations in Costa Rica, which offers "White Water Rafting", "Watersports", "World Record Fishing on Lake Arenal", Zip Lines through the "Green Rainforests", and at the end of the day relax at one of the many Hot Springs flowing mineral water off the "Volcano" will relax you as you lay in Tiled lounges in the many different pools, or swim up to the "Bar" and enjoy a Volcano View.

This Lodge with Private cabins offers "Tourists" front porches to enjoy the Birds overhead, night "Jungle Walks", winding trails through Century old Trees even "Cocoa" pods a very rare tree (where chocolate comes from) line the trails.

Great Price Family Run, and a perfect tranquil private cabin, get away from the stress in the "United States". I spoke with my old neighbor in Florida today and it was 93 and humid, the high today here was 78 and no Humidity, the climate is just spectacular. Since retirement and relocation from "Florida" we have not regretted the relocation to this part of "Costa Rica". I now spend my days Painting, or photographing the many Birds and Butterflies that surround us here.

william-patterson.artistwebsites.com my website will show you all the Wildlife that will surround you here on Vacation. Come on Vacation and you may never go home....Bill and Carol Patterson lafortuna, Costa Rica

Rustic Retirement Cabin for 12K

Rustic Cabin 12K

"Wood, Window Custom Furniture"

"Teak Walls and Vaulted Ceilings"

Imagine Building a "Retirement" Home for 12K. Here in "Costa Rica" at the base of Arenal Volcano, there is a Builder I have known that utilizes Cabins built of Teak.  

Since Relocating from "Florida" to "Costa Rica" we have found that Retirement here is more affordable than in the "United States". Being a former "Real Estate" Sales Professional, I know how bad the Housing and Taxes are in the States. 

"Arenal Volcano"

I thought I would give you an option to think about regarding "Life Relaxing and affordable living". These Cabins are located just minutes from my Cabin at the base of "Arenal Volcano" one of the top "Tourist destinations in Costa Rica"  Now we spend our Time next to the Rainforest and Painting the Wildlife that surrounds us visit my website at william-patterson.artistwebsites.com

"Living Green In my Costa Rica Cabina"

"Our Front Entry"

"Our Living Fence"

"Tree Limbs used to make Living Fence"

"Trees Notched for Wire"

"Wrap around Porch our Outside Living Room"

"Wood Porch and Hot Tub & Volcano View"

"Arenal Volcano View"

Since moving to "Costa Rica" from Florida, we are living "Green" with no "Air Conditioning", and our Home is a Great Cabina of all wood.
We all know that living green is good for the Planet, but it is good for the Wallet also. Our Costa Rica House, is one quarter of the size of our "Historic House" in Florida.

"Our Old Florida House"

"Landscape Painting of our Front View"

Here in Costa Rica our "wraparound Porch" serves as our Outside Living Room". From our Porch which is perfect for viewing "Wildlife" such as Birds, Toucans, Hawks, Eagles and more. The Rainforest is only 300 yards away.

The Porch effectively shades 50% of the house.

One of the Great Aspects of living in "Central Costa Rica" with "Arenal Volcano" one of the Top "Tourist Destinations" for "Rainforest Adventures". Our Utility Bills total are equal to $100.00 a month including Sky Satelitte Tv with 200 channels, internet, and cell phone, but the Mineral Water at 2.00 per month and the Real Estate Taxes might break us at $400.00 per year.

So, Real Estate and Retirement is Great here in Costa Rica. I now spend my time Painting and Photographing "Wildlife and Rainforest Jungles." I donate 20% of all Sales of my "Rainforest Art" to Local Community Environmental Education Efforts, to "Protect the Rainforest" and Environment Habitats for Wildlife. If you care to see the Beauty of Costa Rica visit my Website at Rainforest Art Greeting Cards And Prints All original Artwork is Purchased Directly from me here in Costa Rica. So if you are on Vacation in Costa Rica, or shall soon be a "Tourist" coming here to enjoy the adventures, contact me and I will gladly show you my Artwork. I do ship worldwide. If you cannot afford a vacation, than Hang a Rainforest Painting or Print on the Wall of your Home..and you will be on Vacation all year long.

William Patterson

LaFortuna Costa Rica (Home to Arenal Volcano)

Direct free in costa rica 87206579

Pura Vida ( The Pure Life)