#7 Take a yoga class
Cahuita and the surrounding villages offers a range of yoga studios and retreat centers, surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including pristine beaches and lush forests. The peaceful and serene atmosphere of Cahuita provides the perfect setting for practicing yoga and meditation, allowing visitors to unwind and connect with nature.
Many yoga studios in Cahuita offer a variety of classes and retreats, catering to different levels of experience and preferences. From Hatha to Vinyasa, there is a yoga class for everyone.
Yoga classes are available all over the village. For example, Goddess Garden hosts various yoga and meditation retreats, usually arranged by instructors visiting from the US and Canada.
#8 Horse-riding and kayaking
Brigitte Tours in Playa Negra offers a variety of horseriding tours around Cahuita. These include a 3hr trip through the jungle and across a beach. They also rent bikes and organise surfing lessons and kayaking.
Best areas to stay in Cahuita
Though popular with budget travellers, Cahuita is not especially cheap. If you’re travelling in a group, however, you can keep costs to a minimum. This is because most cabinas charge per room and have space for at least three or four people. Upstairs rooms are slightly more expensive, due to the sea breezes and occasional ocean views.
The centre of the village has several options, the best of which are listed below. Staying here is convenient for restaurants, bars and the national park.
There’s also accommodation in all price ranges on the long road that runs by the sea along Playa Negra. It’s quieter here, and the black sand beach is not bad. A word of warning, though — take care walking this road at night and be wary of currents when swimming.
You’ll also find several camping options in the vicinity. The most attractive of these is at the Puerto Vargas ranger station in the national park.
Best places to stay in Cahuita village
- Cabinas Caribe Luna: set in a lush garden, this popular choice has five cosy cabins with private terraces.
- La Casa de las Flores: stylish modern rooms in the centre and a tiny pool in the garden.
- Hotel El Encanto: bright and pleasantly furnished, with a gorgeous garden, pool and spa.
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