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Come Visit Hacienda Lago del Cidra
Enjoy barefoot luxury accommodations and immerse yourself in regenerative farming.
Experience the unique blend of sustainable farming and natural beauty at Hacienda Lago del Cidra, nestled on the picturesque coast of Lake Cidra in Puerto Rico. Our farm is a living testament to the principles of agroforestry and regenerative farming, where we combine agricultural and forestry crops to create a thriving ecosystem.
Join us for an educational and inspiring visit as we share our innovative techniques for soil conservation, water management, and biodiversity enhancement. Learn firsthand how our methods contribute to a sustainable future and discover the diverse array of tropical fruits we cultivate.
After exploring our farm, take a moment to relax and enjoy the serene beauty of Lake Cidra. Whether you prefer fishing, boating, or simply unwinding by the water, the lake offers a peaceful retreat for all visitors. Come and immerse yourself in the harmony of nature and sustainable living at Hacienda Lago del Cidra.
Farm Tours
Explore our diverse fruit orchards and learn about agroforestry and regenerative farming techniques.
Agroforestry Workshops
Participate in hands-on workshops to understand the principles of agroforestry and sustainable agriculture.
Fishing & Kayaking
Enjoy a relaxing day of fishing, floating, and boating on the famous waters of Lake Cidra in Puerto Rico.
Fruit Tasting
Sample a variety of tropical fruits grown on the farm—including Rambutan, Longan, fresh fruit and vegetables, and more.
Explore Our Sustainable Demonstration Garden
Discover innovative permaculture practices and organic cultivation.
Welcome to the Demonstration Garden at Hacienda Lago De Cidra, where our commitment to permaculture principles—earth care, people care, fair share, and future care—drives our every endeavor. Our garden serves as a testament to sustainable food production, nourishing both body and community while fortifying resilience for the future.
We meticulously trial cultivation methods and seed varieties tailored to excel in our local climate. Currently, we're evaluating traditional tilled methods alongside innovative no-till/no-dig approaches. Embracing Puerto Rican culture, we cultivate traditional crops like Yautia alongside a diverse array of varieties typical to other areas of the world; especially Asia. Our recent expansion into our high tunnel promises further discoveries and successes.
Though not USDA certified, our garden follows organic practices. Integrated Pest Management, green manures, cover crops, and companion planting are integral to our approach, ensuring robust plant health with minimal environmental impact. We maintain soil cover with vegetation or mulch, crucial for erosion prevention and weed suppression. To complete our sustainability loop, we utilize Vetiver grass—grown onsite—for mulching, stacking another function on top of its intended use for erosion control on steep terrain.
We hope to invite you soon to tour our garden and participate in workshops and courses hosted at Hacienda Lago De Cidra. Come experience firsthand our dedication to sustainable agriculture and community education. Join us in shaping a greener, more resilient future. Visit us and be inspired by what's possible when nature and community thrive together.
What’s on the Horizon
Promising projects in development since 2021.
“Diamond River” longan Project
The “Diamond River” longan project is showing great promise. The longan fruit, (Dimocarpus longan) aka “dragon eye” is highly prized throughout Asia. This species adapts well to sub-tropical climates and is grown frequently where its better known cousin, the lychee is grown. Grown successfully at a small commercial scale in south Florida, this fruiting species has shown uncommon adaptability to the Cidra region, with the variety “Diamond River” standing out. Since orchard establishment began in 2022 we have seen the trees more than double in size and in 2024 we have been enjoying our first abundant crop come to fruition. This species is also related to rambutan, pulasan, and the locally known quenepa fruit. All of these related species are being trialed at HLDC.
“Let’s get Nuts” Project
Food security for a nation or a region is often based on a few main crops, rice for example or wheat. Some parts of the world have based their food systems and cultural foodways on more perennial crops. In Puerto Rico the breadfruit is an example of an introduced species embraced by the local population and found in the front or back yards of the majority of most homes throughout the mountains and even the metro of PR. At HLDC we are in the midst of an ongoing trial of the following perennial food/nut species like breadfruit. We are currently trialing: jackfruit, Pili nut, Okari nut and have plans for trials of peach palm/pejibaye and macadamia nut.
