Top Costa Rica Bird Watching - page 5

Many travellers in Costa Rica will tell you, your tour is only as good as your guide. Here at Osa Nature Experts, our lead guide Walter is what sets this tour apart from the rest. His keen sense of where to find the birds you’re after combined with his excellent ability to find birds through calls alone, give you the opportunity to see as many birds as possible. This tour is also customized, based on our clients desires and mobility. If you are after a specific bird species, we will do our best to accommodate that request. Walter also leads his tours with his telescope and phone adapter, allowing you to get close and personal to the birdlife. He can help you take lovely photos and videos too!

This experience takes place inside Costa Rica’s largest private adventure park and is available both day and night. Guests explore the rainforest on a Party Safari Tractor with music and colorful lights at night, visit the 200-foot El Encanto Waterfall, enjoy wildlife encounters, and receive personalized attention—plus three drinks per person for a fun and social atmosphere.

We are a company of guides specialized in night tours, looking for the exceptional biodiversity of the Osa Peninsula, southwest Costa Rica. Night walk is the perfect option to combine with a Corcovado hike! Are you excited at the idea of discovering the extraordinary night life that takes place in the jungle while the village is fast asleep? Curious to see the strange world that has always inhabited your dreams and fantasies? Or is it just the desire to meet up with one of the many animals living in the forest, to experience an unforgettable face to face? At 6pm, we leave from Pizza Mail in Puerto Jiménez, where your guide will have the pleasure of greeting you. We will provide you quality headlights. If you don't have a car we can organize additional transport (extra cost). Tour duration: approx 2 hours

Start your day with a relaxing safari float down Nosara river. Definitely the best way to explore the beautiful landscapes of Nosara. Look out for multi-colored birds, Howler monkeys, iguanas, maybe even a crocodile!

Step into one of Costa Rica’s most extraordinary birding destinations. In the heart of Braulio Carrillo, this private protected reserve—recognized by the National Audubon Society—offers a rare chance to spot over 400 bird species in one place. Walk through lush rainforest trails, soar quietly above the treetops on the Aerial Tram, and follow an expert naturalist who knows exactly where the most majestic and elusive birds hide. It’s the kind of birdwatching experience you can’t find anywhere else. - One of Costa Rica’s most iconic birdwatching hotspots - National Audubon Society–recognized reserve - 400 plus bird species in a pristine rainforest environment - Aerial Tram ride for incredible canopy views and bird spotting - Led by an expert naturalist guide - Peaceful trails surrounded by rich biodiversity - A unique chance to see rare, colorful, and high-altitude species

Enjoy a tour quiet and adventurous Flora and Fauna educational plus the bird watching in Jaco Costa Rica as you hike through the beautiful rainforest and capture moments of your life! We are the largest adventure park in Costa Rica and most of the time this tour is totally private, we like to provide unforgettable experiences.

This experience stands out by offering kayaking down the Peñas Blancas River and transportation from Fortuna. Get picked up in La Fortuna and make the 30-minute drive to La Perla near the Peñas Blancas River. After a restroom break and safety briefing, kayak along the river known as one of Costa Rica’s kayaking and rafting gems, spotting animals such as monkeys, sloths, caimans, iguanas, and various birds along the way.

Sail along the coast of Costa Rica away from the crowds to the remote beach of Playa Sirena in Corcovado National Park with this private day tour. Travel by boat from Drake Bay down to this quiet jungle beach, where you'll have the opportunity to experience the flora and fauna of the surrounding rainforest. Up to 6 travelers can participate in this private boat tour.

Explore three of Costa Rica’s natural highlights on an easy small-group day tour from La Fortuna. Nature-loving travelers who are short on time will love walking over the hanging bridges, hiking to Arenal Volcano, and swimming at La Fortuna Waterfall all in one day. Admire impressive views throughout the day and learn more about Costa Rica’s incredible biodiversity from your guide.

Active travelers who want a moderate physical challenge while experiencing the beauty of the Costa Rican rainforest will enjoy this private guided hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park. The hike to the Rio Celeste Waterfall takes about three hours–on the way there look out for birds and wildlife, and learn more about them from your guide. The hike can be customized to suit your needs.

This combined Hanging Bridges and Night Walk tour in the Monteverde Cloud Forest allows you to discover one of Costa Rica’s most iconic ecosystems—by both day and night—in a single experience designed to maximize your connection with nature. During the daytime portion, you will walk across hanging bridges suspended above the cloud forest, enjoying panoramic views perfect for spotting birds, tropical flora, and the unique natural landscapes of Monteverde. As night falls, you will embark on a guided night walk; the forest transforms, giving you the chance to observe frogs, insects, reptiles, and other nocturnal species in their natural habitat. Accompanied by a local naturalist guide specializing in the cloud forest, you will learn about the biodiversity, behaviors, and survival strategies of the local wildlife. This tour is ideal for enthusiasts of ecotourism, wildlife, photography, and authentic Monteverde experiences.

Set your sights on a huge variety of Costa Rican birdlife with a morning birdwatching tour at Mundo Aventura Natural Park near Arenal, where half of all the country’s native species can be found. Get an early start to catch the birds’ most active time of day, and trek through diverse habitats like grasslands, forest, and streams to see birds including hawks, kingbird flycatchers, and great kiskadees. If you're looking for a specific bird, let the guides know and they can recommend the best place in the area to watch for it.

Costa Rica’s biodiversity is unlike any other country in the world and one of the best ways to see the diverse fauna and flora is with a visit to Monteverde. Join an eco-tourism guide for a birdwatching experience in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. More than 500 species fly through these trees, offering you endless opportunities to photograph and chart the many different birds you see. Please note transportation to the reserve is not included.

Go birding in Uvita’s rainforests with your guide, who will show you how to spot some of the most beautiful birds in this area that is famous for multiple species of birds. Previous guests have spotted 30-60 species in the approximately 3-hour duration of this tour, beginning at 6am. You may also see sloths and monkeys, but there are no guarantees in mother nature.

If you are a fan of birds, you are in the right place to take a tour, in Costa Rica we have a wide diversity of birds with an approximate of 924 birds in the national territory, due to the different micro-habitats and diversity in flora, it favors us to have the opportunity to see different species

You will be able to walk in the habitat of different mammals that inhabit our forests, such as the puma, tapir, mountain goat, among others. Our abundant vegetation will dazzle you and with luck you will have the experience of walking among the clouds. All this accompanied by expert guides who will ensure an unforgettable experience. We are located in the mountains of Coronado, San José, just 50 minutes from the center of the capital.

Experience the best of Limón on this Full Day Private Tortuguero Canal & Zipline Adventure, a perfect blend of nature, culture, and excitement. Begin your journey cruising through the peaceful Tortuguero Canal, surrounded by lush rainforest, exotic birds, sloths, and playful monkeys. After the boat tour, enjoy a refreshing tasting of tropical fruits before heading into the jungle for an unforgettable zipline adventure featuring 14 platforms and 12 thrilling cables soaring high above the canopy. Continue with a guided visit to a botanical learning area, where you’ll discover how banana, chocolate, coffee, and pineapple are grown, followed by a delicious local snack. Your adventure wraps up with a short city tour of downtown Limón, exploring Caribbean culture, colorful streets, and local history. Finally, relax as you’re driven back to your cruise ship at the Port of Limón, ending a day filled with wildlife, adrenaline, and authentic Costa Rican flavor.

A unique experience in which you will be able to observe, learn and photograph the incredible species of birds that inhabit the forests, gardens and plantations of the area accompanied by a certified tour guide. We will visit a beautiful family farm focused on ecotourism with gardens designed for observation and photography, it also has trails through the forest and streams that we will explore in search of species with the oz-billed hummingbird, bearded hermit manakings and warblers.

Discover the magic of Monteverde’s cloud forest with our exclusive Birdwatching Tour at Woodpecker Conservation Preserve. Named after the four species of woodpeckers that live here, this reserve offers a unique experience for bird lovers and nature enthusiasts. As you walk peaceful forest trails, the sounds of birds bring the forest to life, you may hear the call of the endemic Three Wattled Bellbird, see the vibrant Keel Billed Toucan, or witness the playful dance of the Long Tailed Manakin. Our brand new observation platform provides stunning panoramic views of the forest canopy, surrounding mountains, and even the Gulf of Nicoya, perfect for spotting lowland and highland species. Led by a certified naturalist guide, this tour combines expert knowledge, personalized attention, and a deep connection to nature. Don’t forget your camera, every step offers the chance for breathtaking encounters with Monteverde’s birdlife. Join us for an experience that goes far beyond birdwatching.

Wildlife-loving travelers won’t want to miss a day in the rainforest with sloths, toucans, monkeys, frogs, and other wonderful wildlife. On this full-day tour, your naturalist guide will take you deep into the heart of the forest and will help you spot a variety of flora and fauna. Then, cool off with a swim in the beautiful Llanos Del Cortes waterfall, and check out the clear blue Rio Celeste.

Embark on an exclusive, high-end adventure into one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth: Corcovado National Park. This full-day expedition to San Pedrillo Station immerses you deep in pristine tropical rainforest, guided by expert certified naturalist guides and supported by seamless, professionally managed logistics. With all required insurance and safety coverage fully in place, both on land and aboard our vessel, you can focus entirely on the thrill of exploration and enjoy a safe, authentic, and truly worry-free experience.

If you like nature and animals like toucans, sloths, monkeys and others, this activity will greatly satisfy you. We therefore offer you quality service and attention dedicated to your satisfaction. A day you won't soon forget!

Start your day by arriving directly at the Curi Cancha private reserve. After a quick and easy check-in process(bring a photo of the passport of each participant to do the check in). Be ready to explore the destination with your local guide. Follow your guide as they show you the biodiversity of the area while you also learn about the natural and cultural history of Monteverde. Explore the wonders of the reserve, boasting an incredible variety of biodiversity in the environment. The idea of the tour is to explore the diverse environments in the reserve while you learn from it Enjoy the scenarios full of beautiful views. There are big chances to spot different creatures depending on the time of the year like Resplendent Quetzal, the Three-wattled bellbird, peccarys and different monkey species. Keep in mind that if the weather conditions are difficult, or the tour guide has a last minute issue, tour can be canceled and so refunded. Contact us for more information

There are more ways to explore Costa Rica’s spectacular nature than roughing it on foot—with this tour, you’ll get to wander Turrialba’s bucolic coffee and sugarcane plantations on horseback. Following your local guide, you and a small group will trot across volcanic slopes, admiring the flora and fauna of this rich, verdant region. It’s a taste of Pura Vida, indeed.