Whether you are going to Bocas del Toro, Panama City, Santa Catalina, or David, we Are located right along your route on the Bocas highway! Come experience the jungle before heading off to the cities or beaches!

Think early 2000s, friendship, freedom, and a slightly wild idea.
Two Canadian friends arrived in Panama with a shared vision: to create a world of their own, where travelers could experience themselves and their surroundings more purely, with minimal outside interference.

The approach was simple - keep it open, let nature lead, and give people the space to explore, create, and connect in their own way. What took shape is something that still feels a bit off-script, raw, immersive, and deeply tied to the land.

Over time, a third Canadian joined the journey, bringing new energy and a sharp focus on the wildlife that defines the area. With him, the vision expanded, less just a place to stay, opening the door to a deeper connection with the forest: the animals, insects, reptiles and all the small details you’d normally miss.

Together, they’ve built something that keeps evolving. Grounded in the original dream, but growing into something richer. Not overly polished, not conventional - just a unique corner of Panama where freedom, creativity, and nature come together.

Welcome to the jungle.

The Lost and Found Hostel is Panama's only hike-in jungle retreat located in the cloud forests of the Chiriquí Province. Stunning views of Volcan Baru set the backdrop for this jungle lodge. Located inside the La Fortuna Nature Reserve, we offer a unique social housing experience. Immerse yourself in nature by exploring the miles of trails inside the park, let our guides show you the real Panama, join us for family dinner every night, dance the night away in the bar or simply lounge in a hammock.

Built on more than 30 acres of rain forest and re-purposed organic coffee farm, we are also the deepest private reserve within the La Fortuna Nature Park. We host backpackers, hikers, adventure travelers and peace seekers, digital nomads, scientists, and nature enthusiasts alike. Because it is one of the only pieces of titled land, the local community is looking to us alone to develop tourism. Join us in the clouds as we continue to grow the vision.