Top La Fortuna Night Tours

Discover La Fortuna's rainforest after dark on a small-group night walk limited to just eight people. Follow a restored trail through nine lagoons and around a lake while looking for frogs, reptiles, amphibians, birds and other nocturnal wildlife. Guides bring the surroundings to life with insights into local species and the site's ecological restoration, creating a more immersive experience than simply spotting wildlife on your own.

Live an unforgettable night hike in La Fortuna, near Arenal Volcano, and discover the wildlife that comes alive after dark. Explore the nature trails of Mirador El Silencio accompanied by an experienced naturalist guide who will help you find and get to know Costa Rica’s fascinating nightlife. We will search for red-eyed frogs, poison frogs, snakes, lizards, spiders, insects, resting birds and other nocturnal creatures. With any luck, we can also observe sloths and other mammals. All animals live free in their natural habitat, so every night is different and sightings are not guaranteed. Our family-friendly small group experience allows for a more personal and educational adventure, with opportunities to photograph fauna. Discover the hidden world of the Arenal tropical forest and experience one of the best nature experiences in La Fortuna.

Meeting Point: This experience begins at a private rainforest trail located just 10 minutes from downtown La Fortuna. Guests arrive directly at the trail entrance; transportation is not included. Private Night Walk Experience: Step into the rainforest after dark for an intimate, guided exploration of Costa Rica’s nocturnal world. This fully private experience is designed for those seeking a deeper, more personal connection with nature, far from the crowds. As night falls, the forest comes alive. With your expert guide leading the way, you’ll uncover the hidden rhythms of the jungle and encounter an incredible variety of wildlife, from vibrant frogs, camouflaged reptiles, fascinating insects, and other elusive nocturnal species. No two walks are ever the same. Each evening reveals something entirely unique, offering a sense of discovery, wonder, and exclusivity that makes this experience truly unforgettable.

Discover the sounds and sights of the rainforest after dark on a night hike. Follow your guide along an easy trail and watch out for bats, nocturnal birds, and mammals rustling in the treetops and on the forest floor. Search for red-eyed tree frogs and glass frogs, among other species. Then enjoy a traditional dinner prepared on a wood-burning stove before returning to your hotel in La Fortuna.

The Costa Rican jungle is home to a number of unique species, many of which come out at night. This nighttime jungle tour visits the forests of La Fortuna for a guided walk. Learn about various jungle species from your naturalist guide and get tips for photographing the nocturnal creatures. Animals you may see include frogs, sloths, bats, and reptiles. Note that gratuities are not included.

Observe Costa Rica's bountiful wildlife from the hanging bridges of Mistico Park in Arenal. Trek along ground-level forest trails and suspended walkways in this private, family-owned nature reserve that’s home to a vast array of birdlife, monkeys, reptiles, and tropical plants. Learn about the area’s rich biodiversity from a naturalist guide as you explore different levels of the rainforest, from floor to canopy, and enjoy commanding views of Arenal Volcano.

Design your own perfect day in La Fortuna on a customizable combo tour. Cross the rainforest canopy on hanging bridges, swim beneath La Fortuna Waterfall, hike in Arenal Volcano National Park, and soak in geothermal hot springs. Take your pick of activities or do them all for a full day of fun and relaxation. Optional lunch add-ons provide a taste of authentic Costa Rican cuisine. Hotel pickup and drop-off are also included from added convenience.

Combine three adventurous activities in a single tour: a hike to Arental Volcano, visit to the Hanging Bridges, and exploration of La Fortuna Waterfall. This full-day tour from La Fortuna, perfect for nature lovers, includes hiking and swimming amidst Costa Rica's beautiful natural scenery. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Discover the hidden nightlife of Costa Rica on the La Fortuna, a guided tour through a private rainforest reserve near Arenal Volcano. Led by ICT-certified naturalist guides, this adventure reveals the vibrant world of nocturnal wildlife, including red-eyed tree frogs, sloths, snakes, and kinkajous. Each walk offers unique encounters as the rainforest comes alive at dusk, providing a memorable experience for families, couples, and wildlife enthusiasts. Enjoy comfortable trails and expert guidance while observing fascinating animal behaviors in their natural habitat. Explore a private rainforest reserve with expert naturalist guides Observe a variety of nocturnal creatures, including frogs and sloths Small group sizes ensure personalized attention and uncrowded encounters Tours available at 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM, lasting 1.5 to 2 hours

See how La Fortuna transforms after sunset with this guided walking tour. Your guide will take you and your party into a natural area, where you'll learn about local crepuscular and nocturnal creatures and maybe see some yourself, such as owls, snakes, and colorful frogs—if you’re lucky, you may even spot a red-eyed tree frog.

Float down the Peñas Blancas River in a rowboat on this 3.5-hour journey from La Fortuna. Listen to your naturalist guide's commentary while keeping a lookout for monkeys, iguanas, and a variety of bird life. Finish up with a stop at a local farm to sample their homemade snacks and coffee. Round-trip transport from selected hotels included.

At nightfall, join us to discover the delicious world of chocolate where we will learn the whole process from the seed to the delicious Chocolate bar, once the explanation is finished we will select some members of the group to grind the Cocoa to make your own chocolate bar. Once finished you will have the opportunity to taste several types of chocolate such as Dark Chocolate, Milk Chocolate and White Chocolate. Once this sweet adventure is over, we will tour our farm to enter the extraordinary nightlife where we can see some species of frogs and toads such as the Giant Toad, the big chicken eater frog, the small “Jewels of the Forest” like the Hourglass Frog and the most emblematic of Costa Rica, the Red-Eyed Frog. With luck during the tour, we can see some species of insects, mammals such as the sloth, raccoons and sometimes nocturnal birds.

Wildlife enthusiasts love this tour of Arenal’s only frog sanctuary. Tour the wildlife sanctuary at night for chances to see rare and colorful tropical frogs in their natural habitat; a guide leads the way and helps you spot frogs and other creatures that only come out at night. Tours even include pickup and drop-off from La Fortuna so you don’t have to worry about driving at night.

In this exciting walk, you are going to witness the magic of the nocturnal activity of the rain forest. A total different world awaits for you to place you in direct contact with nature in a very special way. First, you are going to visit the garden where you will see many different species of frogs in and around the ponds, such as the amazing Red-eyed Tree-Frog, Loquax Tree-Frog, Masked Tree Frog, Hourglass Tree-Frog and many more. Then, your guide will take you to the trail where you will have the chance to find some snakes like the amazing Fer-de-lance, Coral Snake or Northern Cat-eyed; and more species of frogs. Besides this, there are another creatures like spiders, lizards, insects and sometimes nocturnal mammals like bats, opossums and kinkajus hidden around to surprise you.

Experience the rainforest after dark on a professionally guided night walk in Bijagua. Follow easy trails through a private nature reserve as your certified local naturalist guide helps you spot tree frogs, snakes, spiders, insects, sleeping birds, and sloths beginning their nightly activities. Listen to the sounds of the rainforest while learning about the region's biodiversity, rainforest ecology, and the remarkable adaptations that allow these species to thrive after sunset. This small-group experience is perfect for families, wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and anyone looking to discover Costa Rica's incredible nocturnal wildlife. Highlights • Explore the rainforest after dark with a certified local naturalist guide • Spot frogs, snakes, spiders, insects, sloths, and other nocturnal wildlife • Learn about rainforest ecology and nocturnal species • Walk easy trails through a private nature reserve • Small-group experience for personalized attention

Discover the magic of wildlife at sunset with our new Twilight tour, a unique experience that combines day and night wildlife observation in one tour. We will start our adventure with a special hike through natural trails, where we will look for one of Costa Rica's most charismatic animals: the sloth. At sunset, you will have the opportunity to observe these fascinating forest dwellers up close. Afterwards, we will enjoy a delicious snack to recharge our batteries and continue with the second part of the experience: a night walk in a natural environment specially designed to observe frogs, insects, reptiles, and other nocturnal creatures. With a flashlight in hand and guided by experts, we will discover the incredible biodiversity that comes to life when night falls. Twilight is the perfect combination of exploration, learning, and connection with nature, ideal for those looking for a different experience during their visit to La Fortuna.

Discover the fascinating nocturnal wildlife of Bijagua, Costa Rica, on a 100% private night walk led by a local guide. As night falls, explore a natural environment where you may encounter frogs, reptiles, insects, and other fascinating nocturnal animals. Your guide will help you search for wildlife, share interesting information about the species you encounter, and make the experience personal and informative. The trail is generally clean, accessible, and suitable for a relaxed nature walk. However, this is a natural environment, and trail conditions and wildlife sightings may vary depending on the weather and other natural factors. This experience is ideal for travelers who want to discover Costa Rica's nighttime wildlife with a local guide in a private setting.

If you’re wanting to see some of Costa Rica’s most beautiful sights, but trying to avoid major crowds, this Lake Arenal Sunset Cruise is a great choice. You’ll cruise out on Lake Arenal with views of the Arenal Volcano and local flora, fauna, and wildlife. Plus, you can relax as you ride while sipping on Costa Rican moonshine and sampling tasty snacks, with convenient hotel pickup included.

Bring your binoculars on an early morning birdwatching tour at Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park. Tucked in between Arenal’s volcanic ranges and the Tilarán mountains, this family-owned nature reserve offers an eco-friendly and accessible way to view Costa Rica’s amazing biodiversity. Trek along forested paths and hanging walkways with a naturalist guide as you look for a wide variety of local and migratory birds. Visit in the wintertime to catch sight of the many birds of prey that migrate through this wildlife-rich corridor.