About

Caoba is a biological reserve that was founded 20 years ago and used to be a cattle and agriculture farm. This beautiful 30 hectares have been reforested and we focus now more on conservation, preservation, and sustainability. In our reforestation process we focused as well on a wide collection of plants, from medicinal plants to palm trees, from water plants to cacti and succulents. It’s also a place for animals that cannot go back to their natural habitat but find a good place to live in here. Guests can learn as well about the indigenous history of this place and get to know our private museum.
More than "just a place to stay", you are sleeping in a place that you can explore, learn from, and focus on your wellness.
Wellness, please enjoy:
- Yoga classes (3 different type of terraces)
- Various types of aroma therapy massages
- Meditation (a meditation room available next to the river)
- our variety of medicinal teas from the garden
- Vegetarian and vegan lunch options (dinners are always vegetarian or vegan)
- Walks to waterfalls and chocolate encounters at our neighbor’s organic and artisanal cacao farm
- discover the world of bees and ancient indigenous plants with our tours
- or just grab a book and lye on a rock next to the river and indulge in some peaceful reading with the sound of the water falling.

The rooms are spread out giving the guests more privacy, but also not too far from the main area. All the rooms have their own bathroom and are supplied with filtered water that can be refilled as many times as needed.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Luggage Storage
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Parking
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Reviews

10Superb(47)
  • Value for Money
    10.0
  • Security
    10.0
  • Atmosphere
    10.0
  • Cleanliness
    10.0
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    10.0
  • Facilities
    10.0
Stayed in May 2025
8.9
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Nadine
Female, 31-40, England
We throughly enjoyed our stay at Reserva Biologica Caoba. You're completely immersed in the rainforest is a unquie stay where Caoba is restoring the rainforest. May provide a warm welcome looking after us durring our stay. Access to the lodge is a challenge. From Bonda 4x4 options is very expensive $150 COP for 1 way taxi is $30 COP one way. One 4x4 transfer costed the same amount as three nights stay with food. As two backpacker travel here needs to be considered before staying here.
Stayed in Jan 2025
9.1
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Tristan
Male, 25-30, Canada
A relaxing getaway from the busy city centers with a fun option of getting there by moto. Staff was really friendly and kind, and always serve with a smile. The best part of the stay was the food, by a large margin some of the best dishes I’ve had while in Colombia. The chef is genuinely so good deserves her own restaurant
Stayed in Feb 2024
9.7
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Kelsey
Female, 31-40, Canada
This place is heaven on earth. The folks at check-in were so sweet, the meals were all healthy, delicious and hearty, and rooms were like a magical retreat with an exceptionally comfortable bed. I stayed here to get away from the bustling party hostels, to be able to unwind and take in nature. The grounds are lush and quiet, perfect for writing, listening to the birds, and identifying plants.
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Location

Paso del Mango, via Masinga, Santa Marta, Colombia
12.3km from city centre