Top Monteverde Nature and Wildlife Tours

RSVP to the biggest party in Monteverde with this nocturnal tour of the area's famed wildlife by moonlight, when nearly 80 percent of Monteverde's mammalian residents come out to play. Join a guide who will help you spot animals such as two-toed sloths, reptiles, and more as they come out after dark.

Check out the amazing animals and plants that habitat the Monteverde Cloud Forest on this small-group, yet intimate, tour. You can use provided telescopes and field guides to spot some of the multitudes of birds in the area, and your field guide to identify the local plants and flowers. You’ll keep costs down with this group tour, but still have plenty of attention from your guide.

Walking through Costa Rica in one of the tours which is one of the most beautiful in CR called Cloud Forest Night Tour, watching nocturnal animals, insects, frogs, mammals and more! Discover the fascinating night walk, where nature becomes the protagonist of an unforgettable experience. We are proud to offer responsible animal watching, a practice that distinguishes us and makes us unique. We have expert guides who will welcome you with a smile and will be happy to show you Monteverde and its nocturnal wildlife. Come with your friends, family, everybody can enjoy of a different and nocturnal experience here in Costa Rica with us!

Get your heart racing on this cloud forest adventure on a private reserve in Monteverde. Ride ziplines over the forest canopy, rappel down to the forest floor, climb inside of a tree, and more, for a family-friendly excursion that brings you closer to nature.

Discover the extraordinary biodiversity of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, one of the most emblematic and biodiverse ecosystems on the planet and a must-see for nature lovers traveling to Costa Rica. On this guided hike through the Monteverde Cloud Forest, you will walk trails surrounded by lush vegetation accompanied by a professional local naturalist guide. During the tour, your guide will help you identify birds, insects and other species while sharing knowledge about the ecology and biological richness of this unique ecosystem. The reserve protects more than 10,000 hectares of tropical cloud forest and is home to an impressive diversity of fauna and flora. With the support of professional optical equipment, you will be able to observe and appreciate the biodiversity that makes Monteverde one of the most important natural destinations in Costa Rica.

Get active while experiencing Costa Rica’s unique cloud forest environment on a guided half-day hiking tour of Monteverde Cloud Forest. Your guide will tell you all about the natural history and biodiversity of the area as you look out for an incredible range of birds and animals that live here. Don’t struggle to hear or keep up with your guide as this is a small-group tour.

Discover the magic of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, one of Costa Rica’s most extraordinary natural destinations and a paradise for nature lovers. This unique ecosystem is known for its remarkable biodiversity, including more than 85 species of mammals, over 350 species of birds, around 120 species of amphibians and reptiles, and nearly 3,000 plant species, including hundreds of orchids. During this 2.5-hour guided nature walk, your local naturalist guide will help you discover wildlife and reveal the hidden details of the cloud forest. As you explore the trails, you may observe colorful birds, insects, frogs, and unique plants that make this ecosystem so special. The experience takes place in small groups of up to 8 participants, creating a relaxed and personalized atmosphere that allows for better wildlife observation and a deeper connection with the Monteverde Cloud Forest.

Switch up your daily routine with this enchanting night walk tour that takes you on a journey into the forest after dark. Discover the vibrant nocturnal wildlife in action during this 2-hour tour through a transitional forest. Led by a private guide, stop to spot a variety of mammals, birds, and insects that exhibit unique behaviors at night. Ideal for families seeking adventure, explore the area and observe everything from sleeping birds to creepy crawlers.

This tour was designed for Bird Watchers with Experience dedicated to the Observation of birds with a list or birds for a specific purpose (Target list), This Tour is Guided by Diego Rodríguez Recognized Birder in Costa Rica and its Monteverde Zone, Diego has observed birds in Costa Rica for more than 12+ years is an Expert in Songs, Behavior and Natural History of Birds in addition to being part of the Ebird Reviewer Committee for Costa Rica. You will have the opportunity to have a close-up of the birds through a telescope. The main reserve for birdwatching in Monteverde is Curi-Cancha with more than two areas of life, Open Areas, Cloud Forest among a wide variety of Ecosystems that make this place incredible for Birdwatching with fascinating Species Woodcreepers, Leaftosers, Wrens among another wide variety of species on the target list of the Hardcore Birders This is the best reserve to find birds on a day trip.

Go birdwatching in the Curi-Cancha Reserve in the Monteverde Cloud Forest on a half-day tour led by a naturalist guide and spot more than you would going alone. Look out for resplendent quetzals, silvery-fronted tapaculo, toucans, hummingbirds, and more—identify up to 60 species. Enjoy exploring the mountainous forest trails without the risk of getting lost. Monteverde-area transfers can be provided for an extra fee.

Discover why the Monteverde Cloud Forest Night Tour is one of the best nighttime wildlife experiences in Costa Rica. Over 87% of the animals in the tropical cloud forest are nocturnal, making nighttime the ideal time to explore Monteverde's biodiversity with an expert naturalist guide. During this nighttime hike on private trails, you'll have the opportunity to search for red-eyed tree frogs, tarantulas, snakes, kinkajous, armadillos, two-toed sloths, and birds roosting in the cloud forest. Each tour is unique and authentic, as wildlife sightings depend on natural factors such as weather, season, animal activity, and a bit of luck. This experience offers a unique way to discover the Monteverde cloud forest after sunset and connect with nature at its most active and mysterious.

Walk through the mists and be delighted at the unique birds and other creatures that make their homes in this rainforest ecosystem. Use the provided telescope to spot hundreds of species of colourful orchids, mosses, ferns, and lichens in the forest canopy and understorey. Learn about the biodiversity and the work done to conserve this precious environment.

Stopping at Curi Cancha Reserva, this guided birding tour will show you the diversity and multitude of species in each one. For half a day, try to find the most birds you can. This is a small-group tour and your guide and driver will arrange all the logistics. Upgrade to a private tour for more flexibility and a more personalized experience.

The Biodiversity of the Forests of the high areas of Costa Rica are unique with the specialty that most are endemic to these highlands of Central America. In this magical place you have the opportunity to observe the incredible Resplendent Quetzal in natural habitat as well as a great variety of Hummingbirds and native orchids that have epiphytic lives. We offer the possibility of taking the tour in a special electric cart for people with walking problems, with an extra cost of $60 that you can pay on the day of the tour in cash or card.

The trails of the Finca Lantana are a special place to see different species of frogs, snakes and insects, and other animals such as sloth, ocelot, tarantula and armadillo, as well as a variety of plants, the majestic strangler fig, and many more.You will be accompanied by an experienced guide who will provide you with a flashlight and begin the magic of the forest. Although we cannot guarantee that you will see a particular species because we are a biological corridor where fauna is observed in its natural state, we guarantee you an experience that you will not forget

Woodpecker Conservation Preserve, as its name suggests, is dedicated to preserving nature and promoting sustainable development by offering different options for guided tours. We provide personalized services with a certified, experienced, and professional naturalist guide for each tour. At our location, you can explore and discover the most fascinating secrets of Monteverde's flora and fauna, and you will be left speechless when contemplating the magnificent views of the mountains, lowlands, and the Gulf of Nicoya in the distance. Live a unique experience.

Certified and most important a very passionate guide will be leading you through different spots in the area to show you as many birds as possible.

This combined Monteverde Cloud Forest Suspension Bridges and Night Walk tour allows you to discover one of Costa Rica’s most iconic ecosystems, both day and night, in a single experience designed to maximize your connection to nature. During the daytime tour, you will walk along suspended suspension bridges over the cloud forest, with panoramic views ideal for bird watching, tropical flora and unique natural landscapes of Monteverde. At nightfall, you will live a guided nocturnal walk, where the forest transforms and you can 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 biodiversity, behaviors and survival strategies of wildlife. This tour is ideal for lovers of ecotourism, wildlife, photography and authentic experiences in Monteverde.

Immerse yourself in the natural wealth of Monteverde with our Bird Watching Tour, an experience designed for nature and photography lovers. Accompanied by an expert guide, you will explore the magical cloud forest trails in search of some of the nearly 600 species of birds that inhabit the region, including the majestic Shining Quetzal, the mysterious Monteverde Owl, the vibrant Blue and Yellow Tangara, and the iconic Bellbird. During the tour, your guide will use his knowledge and specialized equipment to facilitate sightings and help you identify each species by its colors, songs and behaviors. In addition, you will have high-quality telescopes and binoculars to appreciate every detail of these winged jewels in their natural environment.

The Curi Cancha private wildlife refuge is home to wild plants and animals. On this tour you will be accompanied by a guide specialized in finding the local fauna which is very special with unique strategies to survive in this unique habitat of the high altitude tropical forests. The professional telescope that the guide carries will be very useful to be able to observe the wildlife in great detail.

Its a hike at a very unique and virgin Cloudforest, with great views and many beautifull Waterfalls, the songs of the tropical birds mixed up with the sound of the water makes the experience unique and unforgettable.

We are a conservation space, where primary and secondary forests mix, surrounding a small coffee plantation. In this space, you can live the experience of a nocturnal adventure, walking along the trails in search of nocturnal wildlife, which waits at dusk to emerge. This experience gives you the possibility of going in search of this nightlife through small groups of less than 8 people (they are not private), guided by a guide who leads the group and knows every corner of the property. . In this space we have the possibility of seeing both active and sleeping birds, nocturnal mammals, amphibians, reptiles and insects, as well as a great view of the stars (as long as the weather allows it).

The Curi-Cancha Wildlife Reserve, protecting parts of the cloud forest in the Cordillera de Tilarán near Juntas, is home to hummingbirds, toucans, and quetzals, making it a bird-watcher's dream. On this small-group tour, start with an early-morning breakfast at a local bakery. Then, explore the reserve with a naturalist guide who takes you to the best places to spot the birds. Upgrade for a private tour.