Top La Fortuna Bird Watching

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

Follow underground trails into a series of remarkable grottoes and chambers on this Venado Caves tour from La Fortuna. Gear up and follow your flashlight along an ancient seabed as you explore the caves with your guide, checking out formations and bristling stalactites and stalagmites. Visit a bat colony that thrives in the cool, dark cave system, then return to the surface to enjoy a snack of tropical fruits.

Check out some of the dazzling birds, both permanent dwellers or migratory, that live in the protected bird sanctuary of Arenal Oasis. Your guide will give you pointers and info about the species that you see. You’ll be in a small, intimate group, so you will keep costs down by being in a group, but not be imposing while you look for wildlife.

This activity is an interpretation of the forest while we spot wildlife as much as we can with the help of your experimented, certified tour guide (Local & Naturalist) with profesional equipment and interesting information to share with you about the rain forest as we together spot sloth, birds, amphibians, insects and reptiles making this tour interesting. Also, you do not need to be a profesional photographer, our guide will assist you on getting the best angle for the best picture and making this experience unforgettable.

Enjoy a thrilling close encounter with Costa Rica’s wildlife on this 4-hour tour to the Mistico Hanging Bridges Park from La Fortuna, in the shadows of the Arenal Volcano. Journey to the heart of the rainforest on a 2-mile (3.2km) circuit of 15 hanging bridges and have chance to spot up to 350 species of bird, including hummingbirds, bell birds, toucans and the majestic Tucancito Esmeralda.

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.

La Fortuna area is a privileged location to spot birds, not only in Costa Rica but in the Americas. Due to its topography, surrounded by mountains, rivers, lakes and different kinds of forests in such a small area, turn La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano in a paradise for those who love birds. Birds are more active early in the morning and in the late afternoon, as the day cools into evening. Join us for a guided walk into our Park for an amazing display of tropical birds. You will have the opportunity to see toucans, parrots, oropendolas, wild turkeys, colorful tanagers, parakeets and many more species in their natural environment. For the more experienced birdwatcher, we can focus on those special treasures and uncommon species. We will tailor the tour for you. We will wrap up the tour by listing and discussing the birds we have seen.

Explore the tropical forest surrounding Arenal Volcano on a self-guided visit with three trails ranging from easy to challenging. Choose a route that matches your preferred level of activity while taking in panoramic views and volcanic landscapes shaped by past eruptions. With opportunities to learn about the local environment and take breaks along the way, this is a flexible option for experiencing Arenal at your own pace.

Get your adrenaline pumping and explore the rain forests of Costa Rica as you embark on this adventure tour. Head to a reserve and start your adventure walking across a series of hanging bridges, with some dangling from 200 feet (60 meters) high. Then, enjoy a heart-pumping zipline tour across several cables and platforms.

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.

Two popular Costa Rica adventures come together into one adventure-packed day with this white-water rafting and canyoning tour from La Fortuna. During the canyoning portion, rock climb, rappel down a waterfall, and zipline—all under the watchful eye of your guide. Then, head down to the Balsa River for a 2-hour white-water rafting tour with class II to III rapids. When to action ends, wind down with a typical Costa Rican lunch.

Thrill-seekers will love white-water rafting on the class III and IV rapids on the Arenal River. Suitable for adventurous beginners and those who have been rafting before, the 8-mile (13-kilometer) stretch of river offers plenty of chances to paddle hard, get wet, and enjoy views of the surrounding jungle. Refuel after with lunch at a monkey park.

Our tour aims to convey a different message to the community, particularly those solely dedicated to agriculture. While agriculture is crucial for Costa Ricans' livelihoods, it's often forgotten that cultivating crops requires sacrificing the forest, which serves as the habitat for many species. On the way to our property, you'll notice vast plains where the forest has been cleared for agriculture. However, our company has partnered with a family of farmers committed to preserving the forest, spanning 60,000 square meters. In this way, our company supports this forest by paying daily entrance fees. Thus, we help this family continue to maintain the forest intact, providing a home for many animals.

Enjoy this day out in Costa Rica with a morning Arenal volcano hike followed by Baldi hot springs, with two meals included, too. Transport is by coach with a large group, but you’ll have plenty of time to hike, and later to explore the 25 different swimming pools, saunas, and gardens located in the Baldi hot springs resort. You’ll also have a buffet lunch, and dinner.

Puma Trek offers a more intimate and peaceful experience in the Arenal rainforest. Unlike more crowded trails, the tour takes place within a private reserve surrounded by primary forest, allowing a closer connection to nature and greater opportunities to observe fauna and birds in their natural environment.

You will be able to enjoy all the magic and splendor offered by a primary tropical rainforest with all the nocturnal fauna it offers, you will enjoy every moment of the tour, from the beginning at sunset when you hear the howler monkeys, until the end after discovering all the nocturnal wonders that the forest offers. We are also one of the last hidden treasures in the heart of La Fortuna!

Get out into nature with this private half-day excursion to the Celeste River and its surroundings. Your guide will take you through the forest, where you will likely see all kinds of birds, primates, and sloths among the tropical flora. You will also have the opportunity to swim in the blue waters of the Rio Celeste during your visit.

This experience stands out by offering kayaking down the Peñas Blancas River and a 75-minute Swedish Massage. 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 or raft down the river known as one of Costa Rica’s white-water gems. After spending a few hours on the river, you’re taken back to La Fortuna for a 75-minute Swedish massage.

Discover the rich biodiversity of La Fortuna, Costa Rica, on a guided tour focused on observing tropical sloths and birds in their natural habitat. This 2-hour tour of easy and well-established trails allows you to enjoy close encounters with local wildlife, while a professional naturalist guide accompanies you to share his knowledge. Whether in a small group or a private experience, this tour is ideal for families, couples and first-time visitors looking for an authentic connection to nature. - Observation of sloths in one of the best places in Costa Rica - Flat and accessible paths, perfect for all ages - Convenient location, minutes from the center of La Fortuna - Option to combine with other tours for a day full of wildlife

It is an activity where you will enjoy a real experience of what it is to work on a coffee farm, where you will share with the collectors and the owner, you will be able to feel what a collector feels in his daily work, you will be able to carry out other activities adjacent to coffee production such as it is fertilizing, weeding, spraying etc. It is a unique and 100% real experience. Also, if they wish, they can have breakfast or lunch on the farm and also have the opportunity to see a great diversity of birds and our river with the waterfall.

The Peñas Blancas River, which meanders through the rainforest near Arenal Volcano, is home to wildlife you’re more likely to spot from the water. On this experience, you’re picked up from La Fortuna and taken to the town of La Perla for a beer and safety briefing. Afterward, raft down the river with a guide in search of howler monkeys, sloths, caimans, iguanas, and many types of birds.

Arenal Green Experiences es una empresa comprometida con la protección del medio ambiente, dedicada a generar aportes significativos en reforestación, campañas de conservación del perezoso y la defensa activa de la flora y fauna de nuestra región. Gracias a su visita y preferencia, hoy podemos continuar cumpliendo nuestros objetivos y fortaleciendo nuestras acciones en favor de la naturaleza. Su apoyo es fundamental para seguir construyendo un futuro más verde y sostenible.