The Rio Indio Adventure Lodge

Amazing place to get away and disconnect. Dr. Lopez and his staff were very attentive, and we received red carpet treatment throughout our stay. We flew into San Jose Costa Rica where we spent our 1st night at the San Jose Barcelo. We were picked up in the morning and transported via land (3 hrs.) to the San Juan River where Dr. Lopez himself met us as we boarded the boat and continued another 3 hrs. down river to San Juan de Nicaragua. Upon arrival we were greeted with Pina Coladas and sat down for a hearty lunch before heading out for an afternoon of fishing. We spent the next 4 days fishing for Tarpon on the ocean and Rainbow Bass and Snook in the jungle. Although the fishing was not what we had hoped for our guide Porfilio has been guiding with Dr. Lopez for 20 years and he worked endlessly trying to put us on the fish. The Lodge is beautiful, the staff is great, and the food plentiful. This was an experience of a lifetime and one my dad and I will cherish forever.

My husband and I traveled to the lodge from MN, a full day but worth it. The trip to the lodge is an interesting adventure in itself, a beautiful and very comfortable boat ride down the river through the jungle. Dr Lopez and his staff went beyond our expectations to ensure an amazing trip for us. The food, company and the grounds were even more than we had expected. We caught two trophy tarpon, one was 180lbs! We learned so much about the culture and people of the area, very kind and hard working. We felt like part of a family rather than just guests at the lodge. I highly recommend The Rio Indio Lodge if you are looking for a unique adventure with amazing hospitality.

We began planning this trip in January of 2021, but had to re-schedule for reasons obvious to anyone living in the present day. What we received for our patience was the trip of a lifetime that will forever be welcomed in our memories. We traveled down the Río San Juan, from San Carlos and we’re greeted upon arrival by the one and only Dr. López, backed by his incredible staff with a welcome coconut rum in hand. We spent 3 days fishing the Rio Indio, Rio San Juan, Lagunas Ebo and Barca, and every creek known to our expert guide Porfidio Durte. We caught giant Guapote, Bluegill, Mudfish, and one Tiger Bass. We were unable to fish for Tarpon in the Caribbean due to high winds and unstable ocean conditions, but the experience of fishing with Porfidio was once in a lifetime. His knowledge of the area was unparalleled, and we feel truly blessed for the jungle safari/ father-son fishing trip. Dr. López is the most the gracious and warm host we have ever met. His clockwork schedule and supreme love of the Rio Indio Lodge knows no boundaries. If we could give 10 stars we would. Do yourself the favor of trekking to this once in a lifetime location, warm staff, and exhilarating experience. Highly recommended!!