Transportation Access to the Campanario Reserve is generally by sea, departing fromSierpe, the closest town with all-weather roads. A member of the Campanario staff will meet you at the designated place and time, according to the tides, to transport you down the Sierpe river, through the largest mangrove forest in Central America, out to the ocean and down the coast to Campanario's protected cove. Once there, everyone hops out into the warm surf to help carry the cargo to the field station, a short walk up the beach. There are no roads, no docks, and no traffic at Campanario. Field Station Proyecto Campanario boasts of a large and rugged field station with all the simple comforts of home including a large kitchen and dining hall, screened-in dormitories with bunk beds, tiled bathrooms, clothes washing area, a large front porch, and a great view.
Electricity is generated through solar panels for basic lighting and other essential power needs.
Supplemental lighting is by lanterns or candlelight. The water is potable, coming from natural springs. We are concerned for your comfort and safety so that your enjoyment of the rainforest and the area in general are unhampered. Appropriate clothing, shoes, sun and bug protection are vital. A first aid kit is maintained at the field station for dealing with minor problems and there's a cellular phone for critical communication with the outside world.