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Pirate Cove consists of comfortable bungalows and cabins hidden among rainforest trees on the hotel's 2 kilometer (l mile) deserted beach.

Our ten cabins are hidden among rainforest trees on 2 kilometer (l mile) deserted beach on the Pacific Ocean.

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It was only two years ago that my son Jack and I had an opportunity to fish on Princess Royal Island, and witness the wonder of 300 - foot trees in one of the world's last remaining coastal rainforests, shrouded in primeval mists.

The men planned to meet in the desolate rainforest of Central Africa, amid towering 150 - foot trees and swarms of small butterflies clustered like shark teeth on the seemingly endless red clay road.

A Rainforest Alliance brochure states that «Rainforest Alliance certification requires reforestation with native tree species, the conservation of forestland and a diversity of tree species on farms.»

While our organization has branched out (pun intended) since its founding 30 years ago to protect temperate forests (such as those in the Appalachian mountains), and tropical forests in Africa and Asia, our first efforts were focused on the rainforests of Latin America, working with farmers and foresters there to improve their lives and livelihoods so they wouldn't have to clear trees to plant crops or sell timber.

We spent an hour walking from one treetop platform to another on the self - guided Rainforest Explorer's tour and learned about the various animals and trees that call Capilano Suspension Bridge Park home.

Her exhibit «Salmon in the Trees» is currently on display at the Nature Museum, just outside the «Rainforest Adventure» exhibit.

Anyu the Ice Pixie hails from the North Pole — eco-problem: global warming — while Maia the Tree Pixie focuses on the Amazonian rainforest.

In these two rainforests, the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute and countless volunteers have for years been recording every tree with a diameter wider than a pencil on a plot measuring between 25 and 50 hectares.

The new study focused on two areas that are now losing trees: western North America, which is suffering from drought, heat and beetle infestations that span from the southwestern U.S. to Alaska, and the Amazon rainforest, which has been subject to decades of intense human development.

Researcher Shannon Young, part of a team assessing the impacts of pollution on the rainforest canopy, measures treetop - dwelling plants called epiphytes in a Lecythis ampla tree in Costa Rica.

During the five - year study, which was the first to examine the effects of projected pollution levels on the rainforest canopy, local field assistants climbed each of 10 trees at La Selva every couple of weeks — five each from two tree species, Virola koschnyi and Lecythis ampla.

«Hunting for meat impacts on rainforest, fruit tree seed dispersal.»

Levis and her team used data from the Amazon Tree Diversity Network — a group of researchers who share information on palms and trees in the Amazon — to estimate biodiversity in the rainforest.

A two - decade study of rainforest plots in Panama and Malaysia recently concluded that local temperature rises of more than 1ºC have reduced tree growth by 50 per cent (see Don't count on the trees).

To gain an understanding of how rainforests grow, Farrior and colleagues analyzed decades of tree census data from a 50 - hectare plot on Barro Colorado Island in the Panama Canal.

The camu fruit is about the size of a large cherry and grows on trees in the Amazon Rainforest.

Acai berries are 1 - inch (2.5 - cm) round fruits that grow on acai palm trees in the rainforests of Central and South America.

This two - week unit of English work, based on the book «The Great Kapok Tree», works well alongside topics about rainforests, sustainability and Mayans.

This two - week unit of English work, based on the book «The Great Kapok Tree», works well alongside topics about rainforests, sustainability and May...

In a parallel to Shannon's encounter with the angelically blossoming tree, Darwin, exploring a Brazilian rainforest, has his own arboreal revelation: «Bristles of orchid leaves on every black branch / like green flames over Bibles.

From waters teeming with fish and turtles and pristine rainforests to manicured golf courses dotted with palm trees, there's enough to see and do on Maui to fill a hundred holidays.

Running parallel to the golden sands of Four Mile Beach, the only cause for distraction on the course is the stunning rainforest trees and mountain views.

Situated only 4 minutes from the historic town of Yungaburra, these private pole cabins hidden in the rainforest and set on tree tops are built to the highest standards and are fully equipped to make your once - in - a-lifetime getaway as relaxing as possible.

The rare Mabi Rainforest is classified as «highly sensitive» and is home to some of the most protected species on the planet such as the Lumholtz's Tree - Kangaroo, Red - legged Pademelon and Green Ringtail Possums; nature enthusiasts, wildlife lovers and bird watchers will be in paradise holidaying amongst this unique ecosystem.

A few weeks later, while volunteering on a botany project in Guatemala's coastal rainforest, he noticed cocoa trees growing everywhere.

It was constructed in 2002 by a team of experts who drew on their experience in the rainforest canopy lodges of Costa Rica, where scientific researchers who needed a practical way of getting from one tree to another invented the activity.

On our first day, we took a one hour tour into the rainforest, learning about the trees, termites, birds, and the local wildlife.

Its rainforest, milkwood and yellowwood trees, surging rivers, deep ravines, ferns, walking trails and Storm's River Mouth with its two suspension bridges combine into one of the most magnificent places on Earth.

The tropical rainforest is home to the most diverse range of plants and animals on earth, including the rare tree - dwelling kangaroo and the endangered cassowary.

Resting on a ridge amid tall pine trees and luxuriant rainforest, Arenal Observatory Lodge is the only hotel that is located inside the Arenal Volcano National Park.

Seeking adventure and excitement... Imagine yourself soaring above tree tops on a zip - line, surfing the perfect wave, rushing through the rainforest on an ATV, white water rafting on a powerful river, exploring the jungle, or landing a giant marlin on one of our popular Costa Rica sport fishing vacations.

All of the lodges, cabins, resorts and bed and breakfast accommodation properties trees in the World Heritage listed Daintree and Cape Tribulation Rainforest have been built to blend in with the natural environment with as little as possible impact on the natural resources and bio diversity of the surroundings whilst still offering guest the choice of minimalistic accommodation or the very luxury top end accommodation and food and beverage services to match.

When you hike in the majestic cloudy rainforest of Costa Rica, watch the eruptions of explosive volcanos or relax under the palm trees of the white sandy beaches, the thought of an eco-paradise and the most beautiful place on Earth will be on the tip of your tongue.

On your way to see the reptiles, spot 150 species of birds, wildlife and trees and plants unique to this rainforest.

Situated on a hill and constructed around a giant kapok tree for stability, this tower allows you another opportunity to climb into and above the rainforest canopy for a magnificent view of the surrounding area.

Three modern luxury tree houses, right on Belongil Beach, all joined by picturesque walkways and surrounded by lush rainforest.

The magazine also made special mention of the many attractions close to the resort, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Belize Barrier Reef with its world - class snorkeling, diving, and fishing as well as the rainforests, jungles, and animal sanctuaries on the mainland where the «sheer variety of plants, flowers, trees, and foliage literally drench Belize in color.»

With World Heritage National Park on three sides, this 250 - acre pristine property has old growth rainforest with numerous 300 and 400 - year - old trees and 8 km of walking tracks.

These trees are regarded as one of the Island's biological marvels, the only place on the planet where rainforest grows on sand.

On professionally guided tours through the Amazon, find some amazing animals, giant rainforest trees, and friendly communities.

On this fully interpreted tour of the World Heritage Listed Rainforest of the Paluma Range National Park and adjacent eucalypt woodland you will experience cool crisp mountain air, learn about ancient trees and plants, view native wildlife in diverse and dramatic landscapes and swim in a cascading waterfall.

Catering for experienced riders as well as novice, Stoney Creek Trail Rides can take you on an adventure trail ride through semi rainforest, along a historic rugged mountain trail over looking beautiful waterfalls and safe swimming holes, where fauna and flora is abundant, even stop for a relaxing swim at Pine Tree Falls.

The various rainforest reptiles visitors love to see include Boyd's forest dragon, often seen on rainforest trees, eastern water dragons, and the elegant amethystine pythons.

Walk among the rainforest canopy on O'Reilly's Tree Top Walkway in Lamington National Park or step inside a cave to see the cascading waterfall of Natural Bridge in Springbrook.

Gear up for a courageous experience through rainforest greens as you travel on cables from tree to tree for 45 minutes.

Lorne's hinterland is lush rainforest where you can feel the cool air on your face and admire giant tree ferns and soaring alpine ash trees.

, but their six luxury tree houses have been strategically tucked away in the Atherton Tablelands on the rainforest slopes of (wait for it) an extinct volcano!

Three private self - contained B&B bungalows on 30 acres of rainforest with tropical gardens, exotic tropical fruit trees and easy walking trails.