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VISITING
US IN COSTA RICA
Very few forests
with trees like this remain in Costa Rica. This strangler fig has a circumference of 14.7 metres (48 feet) and diameter of 4.7 metres (15 feet) at breast height.
Highland Heritage is not a resort, hotel or
commercial entity, but a private estate that is, nonetheless, happy to host projects for those interested in using our facilities, infrastructure, and one of a kind
location.
 It's an enjoyable journey of about 125-miles (200km) from San Jose to Buenos Aires via the Pan American highway (towards Panama), which climbs to almost 11,000 feet (3,300m) above sea level at Cerro de la Muerte (Death Mountain), and then descends steeply to San Isidro de El General before the final 80-km to Buenos Aires through sugar cane and pineapple plantations.
 From Buenos Aires, Highland Heritage is 24-km (15-miles) on a rough road/track that first climbs to over 7,000-feet before descending into the Cabagra watershed. The forested mountains here form a backdrop to over 10,000-feet with numerous cascading rivers and waterfalls. The cloudforest here is often cloaked in heavy mist.
The 15-mile trip will test any 4X4 and can take two hours or more depending on the weather and conditions. On occasion vehicular access is not possible due to adverse weather
conditions. Due to the nature of the road, access is only available to small pickup-size vehicles
- in one place it is only a little over 2-metres wide between a sheer cliff and a sheer drop (this has more than doubled the cost of bringing in most building materials and
supplies).
4X4 taxis can be hired in Buenos Aires for the trip in at a cost of around US$60. It's not cheap, but not everyone wants to beat up their vehicle. Access - apart from in the dry season - needs to be made early in the day due to rain most afternoons, which can be heavy. Also, it is not possible for a vehicle to bring you all the way to Highland Heritage, and the last mile and a half
- along what we call the 'Adventure Trail' - is by alternative means (you can either hike or we can provide ATV transportation).
The following may benefit from the facilities at Highland Heritage. Due to our remote and difficult to access location short-term stays are not practical. For projects and studies
we can supply guides, horses, encampments, and pretty much anything needed.
 Writers,
Artists and Musicians
- looking for a place to work uninterrupted, and one that provides inspiration.
Researchers, Scientists and Conservationists
- for study and research projects in the rainforest - wildlife, orchids, birds, etc.
Film Makers
- for the exotic and unique location, infrastructure and unparalleled features.
Those Recovering or Convalescing from an Illness
- needing a totally uncontaminated location, peace and quiet, a healthy climate, and the purest air on this planet (a 12-year worldwide UN study
gives La Amistad the No. 1 place).
 Adventurers
- looking for real adventure as opposed to the 'packaged', which is about as far removed as you can get from anything adventurous. See 'Peregrinations' page.
People Just Looking to Get Away
from the rat race and chill out with no external pressures.
 Those in the Public Eye
- looking to get away from it with total secrecy and absolute confidentiality.
Couples to Get Married True Pioneer Style
- and able to enjoy an extended honeymoon period. Confidentiality assured for those needing it. See 'Chapel-in-the-Clouds' page.
To better advise please send us a synopsis of your project or interest, with facilities you need, and how long you want to stay.
Special
Note:
 We must emphasize, though, that a visit is for the adventurous only.
One
thing we never apologize for is nature. We do everything we can to preserve the
natural environment and bring it and its inhabitants as close to our guests as
we can while respecting the need for safety. At our rainforest sites the whole
cast of jungle characters is present - the ones everyone wants to see. You don't just view wildlife, you're
surrounded by it - living amongst it.
Thus,
our places are not for everyone - nor can they be made that way. But you will be
able to bathe in pure mountain water and drink refreshingly from our huge springs, as
opposed to recycled sewage.
All
you touch and all you see is all your life will ever be.
Simplify your life and elevate your purpose.
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