- Faith Glamping Dome Costa Rica offers futuristic geodesic domes placed in the middle of the forest, just a few meters from the beach in Playa Grande, Manzanillo.
- Eco-glamping stays are available in destinations including the southern Caribbean, Golfito, Providencia de Dota in the Los Santos region.
Amidst the dense forests of the southern Caribbean and just a few steps from the beach, a unique glamping experience awaits in a futuristic complex comprised of six geodesic domes. These visually stunning domes are created by the same group that makes habitation domes for Mars projects. A geodesic dome is a self-supporting structure that does not need columns or foundations and is highly resistant to inclement weather.
As the name suggests, “glamping” refers to camping with a glamorous touch, comfort in the middle of nature. The total immersion allows visitors to recharge during the new normal while observing public health protocols.
“The complex is made up of six domes, four of which are named for the elements: Water, Air, Fire and Earth, explains Andrea Sánchez, entrepreneur and owner of Faith Glamping Dome Costa Rica in Manzanillo, Puerto Viejo in Limón Province. “In the center, the largest dome is an homage to love, while the dome of harmony is in the highest point. This unparalleled experience offers visitors an immersion in the nature and a chance to connect with themselves and dive into the crystalline water of the Caribbean Sea.”
The project, Sánchez explained, is based on partnerships that support women in the Manzanillo community and provides a positive impact on nearby businesses and restaurants. The food served on site and the personal care products are provided by local businesses, as are the cleaning products used in the domes.
Futuristic domes in a forest by the sea
Creating the domes is a dream come true for Sánchez, who wanted to be an astronaut when she was a child and even wrote letters to Franklin Chang. At the age of 40, she visited NASA headquarters in Houston, Texas, which provided her with the inspiration for her project.
On her visit, she learned about geodesic domes, a technology used by NASA in the development of habitats to bring human life to mars. Following this first step, she was able to meet the company who provided the space agency with its geodesic dome. After that, her dream took off and has been going strong for the last four years.
The location of the project allows domestic and international tourists to visit the Gandoca-Manzanillo Conservation Area and to access the beaches of Playa Grande and Manzanillo, just a few minutes’ walk from the domes. The experience can be combined with yoga classes, meditation, relaxation therapies with forest sounds, a cacao tour, and other activities.
The project recently received a Tourism Declaration from the Costa Rican Tourism Board as a rural eco-glamping lodge. It has also obtained the Safe Travels seal of approval for its compliance with public health protocols.
“Glamping is considered to be a promising new alternative among customers who are interested in a personal experience of nature and low environmental impact,” says Gustavo Alvarado, Director of Tourism Management at the ICT. “In addition, it has a positive impact on the communities in which it is located, contributing to the preservation of built cultural heritage, as well as traditional values and living human heritage.”
According to ICT data, glamping projects with a Tourism Declaration can currently be found in destinations including the southern Caribbean, Golfito, Providencia de Dota in the Los Santos region.
For more information about Faith Glamping Dome Costa Rica, call 8723-0101 or 2750-0696 or visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/faithglampingdomecr
