Ceibo is actually the name of a tree, and there are only three of the species on the island. While this particular tree is 300 years old, the cabins were added 22 years ago, with the bar and restaurant addition being only 15 years old. An overarching theme in the Galapagos Islands is ecotourism, and El Ceibo compliments this with the walls of the bar being made of thousands of recycled glass beer bottles. In the yard, you'll find metal and stone statues, hammocks and tropical plants.
The treehouse accommodation has a surprisingly cozy atmosphere. There's a small kitchen and bathroom, as well as a loft where the bed is. You can choose from an array of entry and exit methods, like a precarious swinging bridge and ladder, ropes or a fireman's pole.
The cave is less comfortable, but surprisingly nice for being made at the bottom of a tree. You enter through the tree trunk and go down a steep ladder (shown above). The room has a bit of a musty feel, and the kiddie-sized toilet will make you laugh. The bed, however, is pretty comfortable. Likewise, some wall art and a vase of fake flowers help to add a kind of homey ambiance to the room.
The price is $20 per night to sleep in the treehouse or cave, or $5 to camp. If you'd like to just explore the property, the price is $1.Would You Sleep In A 300-Year-Old Ceibo Tree In The Galapagos Islands? originally appeared on Gadling on Thu, 07 Jun 2012 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
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