Name: Cabanas Rio Encantado
Address: Via Principal a Caldera, Bajo Boquete, Caldera, Caldera, Caldera, 0413, Panama
Rating: 9

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Enrique Malek Airport

Cabanas Rio Encantado

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I would love to say it was an amazing experience, since the grounds and architecture is beautiful and well kept,  although communication and treatment was poor at best.  I have traveled all over the world and have never been told you that can only reach the workers within the hours of 8am-6pm. Therefore,  if one has flight or transportation delays you will not get in, even though you paid.  In my case,  the owner responded very rudely and annoyed since I arrive at 6:30pm. I needed help leaving the property for dinner since the key they gave me had difficulties opening the gate, he was clearly choleric.
You definitely need a car to go to this location. 
One of the reasons why I decided to go to rio encantado was because in other reviews people mentioned that for a price,  the bartender would make drinks or cook near the pool. That was not the case,  wren I went.   I was there two nights and every time they saw my family and I they walked away.  The menu was on the counter of the bar,  just no person was there to help us.  
I have to say,  the grounds are very well kept,  clean and tidy.  The sofa beds and pillows need some updating, since it was pretty uncomfortable.  
When I went to the city,  locals mentioned that there was a guy that used to work there and he was the life of the place,  cooked here and there,  and also prepared drinks,  but he is no longer there. 
Needless to say, I do not recommend this place

Never again

Most beautiful and memorable place by far during our trip through Panama. Frank is a real character; he could easily replace Harrison Ford in the next Indiana Jones movie. The other way around? I don't think so. We stayed in the treehouse and cottage 3, which has a beach at the river, with a waterfall to climb in. Very private. We only went off the property to buy groceries -be sure to rent a car! Thanks a lot Frank and José!

Can't get better than this

This natural Preserve was the best place ever, we had a cottage with the view of the river so you can hear the water running all night which was so calming and stress free. The staff was amazing, and Jose was always there every time we needed a taxi food or any information about the area.

Best cottages ever

Without a doubt, Frank's place was the most fun I have ever had.  It was even better than watching Indiana Jones robbing graves and tombs, and the atmosphere was worth the 88 hour, 4,600 mile drive.   The other patrons were pleasant to be around as well.

What a wonderful experience!!  I wish I could be forced to move there.

We just completed an 8 night stay at Rio Encantado. It was an incredible experience.  Coffee by the river in the morning, followed by daily jungle treks. Sometimes we swam in the river in front of our cabin, other times we swam in the pool and socialized with others. In the evening we would kick back and gaze at the night sky in awe.  The online pictures could never truly reflect the beauty of the awesome nature reserve. The staff was great and always available to help. The owner Frank is a beautiful soul and probably the most interesting person I have ever met. We would definitely recommend.

D&D from Canada

Better than anticipated

This really is a wonderful place to stay and relax. We spent 3 very enjoyable days here and really had a most pleasant stay. I will avoid repeating all the great things others have said but I will say that the owner Frank is a most colorful character and we really enjoyed the time we spent with him. He did some very nice things for us. 

Do go in to Caldera just to see the village and eat at Melissa's. Simple and inexpensive meals but very good. And Melissa is very tolerant of poor Spanish. A stop there is a good way to see life in rural Panama. 

All in all, no this is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the jungle in a very civilized way. Try it and you will be glad you did. 

A lovely piece of the world

Jackie and I stayed at the cottage with was a small house with all the amneties one could wish for. We stayed for a few nights but on our next trip, maybe a month. The pool area was awesome overlooking Rio Encantado, with cabana throughout. Huge boulder in the middle of the pool, keeping with the surroundings. We crossed over Rio Encantado on a bridge over on the other side was eco-wonderland. Met with the owner and his partner: delightful people! It was the highlight of our 3 week vacation in Panama!!!

Amazingly beautiful picturesque privately owned villas and cottages!!!

While visiting a friend in Boquete, we decided to check out El Rio Encantado for the day.  It was beautiful looking at all the unbelievable foliage, listening to the river flowing over the rocks while enjoying the fantastic pool equipped with cushions, towels and pillows.  Chef Beth was a lovely host making sure we enjoyed every moment of our stay.  She prepared a delicious burger with chips and veggies while we sipped on our margaritas, for our lunch.

A Day in Paradise

My friend and I dropped by without a reservation for a day pass.  Chef Beth met us at the gate with a warm welcome, and took excellent care of us for the day including a yummy lunch that we watched her prepare at the poolside bar/kitchen.  The grounds are just gorgeous!  We enjoyed the clean, beautiful pool.  I tried to read a book, but kept getting distracted by the scenery; floral and fauna!  This place and Chef Beth are real gems!  The rest of the staff were also very helpful and gracious.  Thank you for a lovely day.

Chef Beth

We spent a wonderful time at Rio Encantado. It was one of the most beautiful places I've ever stayed in. Because of the rainy season the river was high,  and they offered us a free upgrade to a very  luxurious bungalow a bit higher on the hill, with a beautiful view over the rivervalley. 
There are only a few rental houses and a treehouse set  in a large and beautifully designed tropical garden, right on the Rio Caldera. There was a large swimming pool and it was also possible to swim or take a dip  in the wild river. We had the feeling to be in the middle of the nature. The only sounds we heard were the sounds of the jungle.
The American owner, Frank, is very nice and interesting to talk to. As an anthroplogist he knows a lot about the cultural history of Central America. Also Jose, who is in charge of the resort, is very friendly and helpful.  They have built two hanging bridges  over the water so you can walk across to the jungle on the other side of the river, where they maintain a footpath. It is a lovely walk. We and our teenage daughters loved the place very much. I would recommend it to anyone who loves to be in the nature, swim in a wild river and walk through the jungle.

Stay in a tropical garden, swim in wild river and cross hanging bridge into the jungle.

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