La Fortuna Night Walk at Arenal Volcano: Rainforest Wildlife Tour
Recommended by 94% of travelers
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La Fortuna, Costa Rica
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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What's Included
- Entrance ticket to trails Mirador El Silencio.
- Roundtrip shuttle from selected La Fortuna hotels
- Bilingual Professional Naturalist Guide
- Use of flashlight or portable lighting equipment
- DinnerNot included
- Bottled waterNot included
- Tips for the guide and driver
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Itinerary
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Mirador El Silencio
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Super fun and informative walk around the base of the volcano! Our tour guide was really knowledgeable and spotted animals I never in a million years would have caught myself. He was also super funny and personable. It rained quite heavily the second half of the walk, but we still had a great time. I would recommend this for anyone looking for something less intense / low key.
Reviews
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We saw some cool creatures! A lot of different types of frogs, an eyelash viper, a couple of large spiders and some poisonous caterpillars. I thought it would be a little creepy at night but it wasn’t, I had a good time seeing the frogs. We went in September, which is the slow season and ended up having the guide all to ourselves!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
We’re glad you enjoyed discovering some of Costa Rica’s incredible nocturnal wildlife, especially the variety of frogs and the eyelash viper! It sounds like you had quite a wildlife-filled evening.
We’re also happy to hear that the experience wasn’t as creepy as you expected and that you felt comfortable enjoying the rainforest at night. September can be a quieter time in La Fortuna, so having a more personal experience with your guide was a wonderful bonus!
Thank you for choosing Wildlife Tours Costa Rica. We hope to see you again in La Fortuna for another adventure!
Pura Vida!
Such a fantastic experience! Erick was a super knowledgeable guide and such a nice guy. He clearly knew El Silencio really well so we managed to see loads of frogs and spiders and a couple of snakes (and he helped me get amazing photos)! Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your fantastic review!
We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience with Erick! His knowledge of El Silencio and passion for Costa Rica’s wildlife make him a wonderful guide, and we’ll be sure to share your kind words with him.
It’s fantastic that you were able to see so many frogs and spiders, along with a couple of snakes, and that Erick helped you capture some amazing photos along the way!
Thank you for recommending our night walk and for choosing Wildlife Tours Costa Rica. We hope to welcome you back to La Fortuna for another unforgettable rainforest adventure!
Pura Vida!
One of the best things we did on this trip! Saw loads of frogs, snakes, toucans, spiders. Our guide Brandon was super friendly and knowledgable and helped us take some awesome photos.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your fantastic review!
We’re thrilled to hear that the night walk was one of the highlights of your trip! Seeing such a variety of wildlife, from frogs and snakes to toucans and spiders, makes for a truly memorable rainforest adventure.
We’re also happy to hear that you enjoyed your time with Brandon. His knowledge, friendliness, and photography skills are a wonderful part of the experience!
Thank you for choosing Wildlife Tours Costa Rica and for recommending the tour. We hope to welcome you back to La Fortuna for another unforgettable wildlife adventure!
Pura Vida!
Amazing experience! Our guide was super friendly, knowledgeable, and made the tour so much fun. We learned so much about the wildlife and the area throughout the night. We felt safe the entire time and had such a great time exploring. We were lucky enough to see frogs, snakes, insects, and so much more! Definitely recommend this tour if you want to experience Costa Rica’s wildlife at night. 🐸🐍🌿
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your amazing review!
We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a fun and memorable night walk! It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed learning about Costa Rica’s nocturnal wildlife while exploring the rainforest.
We’re especially happy that you felt comfortable throughout the experience and had the chance to see frogs, snakes, insects, and so much more!
Thank you for recommending us and for choosing Wildlife Tours Costa Rica. We hope to see you again in La Fortuna for another wildlife adventure!
Pura Vida!
Our guide was amazing. Extremely knowledgeable and made the whole experience so much fun. Truly mastered his craft and passion. We couldn't have asked for a better night walk, wildlife adventure. Even air dropped photos and videos throughout the tour. 10 out of 10!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for this amazing review and for the 10/10!
We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a fun and memorable night walk. It means a lot to us to know that your guide’s knowledge, passion, and enthusiasm made the experience even more special.
We’re also glad you enjoyed the photos and videos from the tour! We love helping our guests capture those special wildlife moments while they stay fully immersed in the experience.
Thank you for choosing Wildlife Tours Costa Rica. We hope to see you again in La Fortuna for another wildlife adventure!
Pura Vida!
This was a great tour! I went by myself and lucked out that no one else joined our tour. We saw tons of frogs, spiders, and even a viper.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re thrilled you enjoyed the night walk and had the chance to experience the rainforest in such a special way. Seeing frogs, spiders, and even a viper makes for a pretty memorable night!
We’re also glad you enjoyed having a more personal experience with the guide. Thank you for choosing Wildlife Tours Costa Rica, and we hope to welcome you back to La Fortuna for another wildlife adventure!
Pura Vida!
We loved this walk! A top favorite of all the activities we did this week. The kids and adults loved seeing all the animals including frogs, snakes, and spiders. Eric was a great guide and we highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that our Night Walk was one of your favorite activities of the week! It’s especially great to know that both the kids and adults enjoyed discovering frogs, snakes, spiders, and the incredible wildlife of the rainforest.
We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Eric. Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to welcome your family back for another unforgettable adventure in Costa Rica! 💚
My kids had a great time exploring and trying to find different animals. The frogs and snakes were the highlight! Eric was fun and very good with our kids. We totally recommend this.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that your whole family enjoyed the Night Walk and that the kids had such a great time exploring and searching for wildlife!
Frogs and snakes are definitely some of our favorite highlights too! We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Eric—he’ll be happy to know he helped make the experience fun and memorable for your family.
Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to welcome you back for another wildlife adventure in La Fortuna! 💚
It's all about the guide. My guide, Eric, was awesome and had an amazing eye. The area covered is not that big so it's suitable for most. Not suitable for those who need an aid for mobility
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your Night Walk and that Eric made the experience special with his knowledge and amazing eye for spotting wildlife. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him!
We’re also glad you found the trail comfortable for most visitors. And thank you for mentioning the mobility consideration—it’s helpful information for future guests planning their visit.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to La Fortuna for another wildlife adventure!
Just didn’t think this was worth it at all. Saw spiders, bugs, and a few frogs. Didn’t need to walk through the forest at night for 2 hours just to see bugs. The frogs at the end were neat but not enough to make the whole trip worthwhile.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the experience didn't meet your expectations.
Our Night Walk takes place in a natural rainforest, where every tour is unique and wildlife sightings vary from night to night. We never use captive animals or artificially place wildlife along the trail, so what we encounter depends entirely on nature, the weather, and the animals' activity.
Unlike experiences that focus only on ponds or gardens, our tour is a guided hike through the tropical rainforest at the base of Arenal Volcano. As we explore the forest, we search for a wide variety of nocturnal wildlife, including frogs, snakes, insects, spiders, birds, and mammals in their natural habitat.
While many guests are excited to observe these animals and learn about the rainforest ecosystem, we understand that everyone's expectations are different. We appreciate your honest comments, and we're glad you enjoyed seeing the frogs at the end of the tour.
Thank you again for visiting us, and we wish you a wonderful rest of your time in Costa Rica.
Neifram was an amazing guide! He provided so much information that was interesting and you can tell he is very passionate about what he does. He also took some pics with a special lens so we could see the creatures from a very up-close perspective. I would say this was my favorite experience in Costa Rica so far. Neifram made it feel very special and unique. You can check out his instagram for photos --> @tropics_shooter
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your amazing review!
We are truly delighted to hear that this was your favorite experience in Costa Rica! It means a lot to us to know that Nefryn's passion, knowledge, and enthusiasm helped make your night in the rainforest so special.
We'll be sure to share your kind words with him. He loves helping guests discover the incredible wildlife of Costa Rica, and we're glad you enjoyed the close-up photos through the spotting scope. Those little moments often become some of the most memorable parts of the tour.
Thank you for choosing Wildlife Tours Costa Rica and for your wonderful recommendation. We hope to welcome you back one day for another unforgettable adventure in the rainforest!
Overall a really great tour! However if you are not in the front you can miss a few things. Still had a super great time and saw lots of animals.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your kind review!
We're delighted to hear that you had a great time and enjoyed seeing so many animals. We also appreciate your feedback. Since the trails are narrow, we walk in single file, but our guides always do their best to make sure everyone has the opportunity to see the wildlife and enjoy the experience.
Thank you for joining us, and we hope to see you again for another rainforest adventure!
Eric was fantastic! Frogs, snakes and spiders oh my!! The tour was informative, the trail was natural, not contrived, and it was a small group.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your fantastic review!
We're so happy you had a great experience with Erik and enjoyed spotting so many incredible creatures along the way. It's wonderful to hear that you appreciated the informative tour, the authentic rainforest setting, and the small group atmosphere.
Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to see you again on your next visit to Costa Rica!
Our guide Brandon was very knowledgeable and took us on a real adventure! He also had a great sense of humor!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review!
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your adventure with Brandon. His knowledge, passion for wildlife, and great sense of humor always make the experience even more enjoyable. We'll be sure to share your kind words with him!
Thank you for joining us, and we hope to see you again for another rainforest adventure!
The whole family enjoyed the experience. Our guide Eric pointed out multiple insects and reptiles we found along the way. The transportation drove us to the top and walked our way down into the night. All of the staff members were friendly and did a great job.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review!
We're delighted to hear that your whole family enjoyed the experience. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Erik! We're glad you enjoyed the wildlife sightings and that our team helped make the evening smooth and enjoyable from start to finish.
Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome your family back for another rainforest adventure!
10/10 experience. Eric was the best guide and made spotting the animals look easy. Would 100% recommend to anyone in the area.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your amazing review!
We're thrilled to hear that you had a 10/10 experience! We'll be sure to share your kind words with Erik. His ability to spot wildlife and his passion for the rainforest truly make every tour special.
Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Costa Rica!
This was the coolest experience! My 3 teenage boys said it was their favorite excursion in La Fortuna. Brandon was so knowledgeable and he took the best pictures for us. Highly recommend!!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌿😊
We are thrilled to hear that the night walk was your three teenage boys' favorite excursion in La Fortuna! That is truly one of the best compliments we could receive. We're delighted that Brandon's knowledge and photography skills helped make the experience even more memorable, and we'll be sure to share your kind words with him.
Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome your family back for another unforgettable rainforest adventure!
We were about 1/3 of the way into our hike, when a thunderstorm hit. We were drenched but saw many frogs and even a small snake. Hard to see with rain running down our faces but the guide did an excellent job.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience! Tropical weather can certainly be unpredictable, and thunderstorms are part of the rainforest adventure. In fact, rainy conditions often bring out even more wildlife, so we're happy to hear you were able to spot many frogs and even a small snake despite getting soaked! 🌧️🐸
We're especially glad to know that your guide did an excellent job under those challenging conditions. Thank you for embracing the adventure, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable night in the rainforest!
This was an excellent tour of the rainforest at night. We were a small group of five and our guide was excellent. We were each provided with flashlights and the trail was well laid out. There are some steep steps along the way but nothing too difficult if you take your time ( I am 78, but quite fit). Our 11 year old grandson loved it. The guide was great at spotting wildlife including, tree frogs, roosting birds, a lovely non-venomous snake, spiders and numerous other animals and insects. He seemed to really enjoy his work and the whole tour seemed relaxed and certainly not rushed. I highly this tour. 5 out of 5!
Pat (Canada)
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hi Pat,
Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review!
We're delighted to hear that you and your family had such an enjoyable experience. It means a lot to us that both you and your 11-year-old grandson loved the tour. We strive to keep a relaxed pace so that everyone, regardless of age, can fully enjoy the magic of the rainforest at night.
We're also happy that your guide's enthusiasm and keen eye helped you discover so many fascinating creatures, from tree frogs and roosting birds to spiders, insects, and even a beautiful non-venomous snake. Sharing these moments with our guests is truly what we love most.
Thank you for your kind recommendation and perfect score. We greatly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you and your family back to Costa Rica for another unforgettable adventure in the future!
Warm regards,
The Wildlife Tours Costa Rica Team
We did this with our kids ages 8 and 11 and it was such a hit! Our guide was super knowledgeable and engaging with the kids and they were fully locked in the whole time. Was definitely an unexpected highlight of our trip!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We're thrilled to hear that the tour was such a hit with your 8- and 11-year-olds! Creating engaging experiences for families is something we truly enjoy, and it's great to know that your guide kept the kids interested and excited throughout the walk.
We're especially happy that the tour became an unexpected highlight of your trip. Those are the memories we love helping create!
Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome your family back for another rainforest adventure in the future.
I was struck not only by the sight of all the wonderful creatures we found out and about in the rainforest just after dusk, but also by the myriad sounds. At one point we shut off all our flashlights and just listened- it was amazing.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We love that you mentioned not only the wildlife but also the sounds of the rainforest. Sometimes the experience is about much more than what we can see. Turning off the flashlights and listening to the forest come alive at night is one of the most magical moments of the tour.
We're delighted that you enjoyed the incredible creatures as well as the unique atmosphere of the rainforest after dusk. Experiences like these create memories that stay with us for a long time.
Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the Costa Rican rainforest!
Wonderful and wild night time walking tour. This was such a cool experience. A must book of you are looking for some real time out in the wild of the rainforest spotting all kinds of animals. We saw spiders, snakes, frogs, bats, fireflies, and so much more. The guide was knowledgeable and you could tell he was enjoying it as much as we were. He had a great eye for spotting things and was happy to answer questions. I don't think you could get this type of experience anywhere else, besides getting hopelessly lost in the rainforest at night, there were dozens of things he spotted that the rest of us would have just walked right past. Show up with a sense of wonder, some strong nerves and be prepared to see the untamed Costa Rica rainforest by night!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for such an amazing and detailed review!
We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the true rainforest night experience and all the incredible wildlife you were able to see — spiders, snakes, frogs, bats, fireflies, and so much more! Nights in the rainforest are always full of surprises, and we’re glad the guide helped make the experience even more special with his knowledge and passion for wildlife.
You described perfectly what makes these hikes so unique: the chance to explore the rainforest after dark and discover animals that most people would never notice on their own.
Thank you again for joining us and for recommending the experience with such enthusiasm. We hope to see you again for another wild adventure in Costa Rica!
It was great we saw a lot of wildlife. We saw a lot of frogs and snakes different spiders. Our tour guide was Nefryn and he was amazing with educating us on all the animals and he had a rlly good eye at finding different things
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your great review!
We’re very happy to hear you saw so much wildlife during the tour, from frogs and snakes to different spiders. The rainforest at night is always full of surprises!
We’ll also make sure Neifryn sees your kind words — he’ll be very happy to know you enjoyed his explanations and his talent for spotting wildlife.
Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to see you on another adventure in Costa Rica!
amazing walks, we saw soo many snakes and frogs despite the rain. even we saw red boa snakes! really recommended
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your review!
We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the walks and that even with the rain you were able to see so many frogs and snakes — including red boas! Rainy nights are often some of the best for wildlife activity in the rainforest.
Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to see you again for another adventure in Costa Rica!
So many different frogs, snakes, toads and insects - very knowledgeable guide and gorgeous rainforest.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the incredible diversity of frogs, snakes, toads, and insects during the tour. The rainforest at night is truly a magical place, and we’re glad our guide helped make the experience even more special with their knowledge.
Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to see you on another adventure in Costa Rica!
The activity was on time, the guide was professional, and took many beautifully pictures , we saw many animals. The transportation was well arranged.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your review! We’re very happy to hear everything was well organized and that you enjoyed the experience.
It’s great to know you appreciated the guide’s professionalism, the wildlife sightings, and the photos taken during the tour. We’re also glad transportation went smoothly for you.
Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to see you on another adventure in Costa Rica!
This was a really fun experience and I highly recommend it! I felt like a little kid all over again! The guide was very knowledgeable and pointed out a lot of interesting things along the way. I would recommend checking this out.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review!
We love hearing that the experience made you feel like a kid again — that sense of wonder is exactly what we hope guests feel while exploring the rainforest at night.
We’re also happy to hear you enjoyed the guide’s knowledge and all the interesting things spotted along the way.
Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to see you again for another adventure!
Eric was a great guide! He clearly explained everything we observed and made the experience very enjoyable.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re very happy to hear that Eric made the experience enjoyable and that his explanations helped you better understand everything you observed.
We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you back for another great experience in the rainforest!
The night walk was so much fun and the group spotted snakes, frogs and spiders. It was amazing. I recommend.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re happy to hear that you had so much fun during the night walk and were able to spot snakes, frogs, and spiders—such a great combination of wildlife.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another amazing rainforest experience!
I can not begin to tell you how fun this was! It was a dark, rainy night in the jungle… seriously, it was. We saw a snake in a tree, frogs doing adult frog things, see through frogs, colorful frogs, POISONOUS dart frogs, a giant walking stick (this thing was bigger than your head and an arm!!), and MOOOORE! This was an outstanding tour! It was so much fun. Definitely recommend and would do again! On a rainy night…
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for such a fun and enthusiastic review! We love how you described the experience—it truly captures what a night in the rainforest can feel like.
Rainy nights are often the best for wildlife activity, and we’re thrilled you got to see such an amazing variety, from snakes and colorful frogs to dart frogs and even that impressive walking stick! Moments like those are what make each tour so unique and exciting.
Thank you for the recommendation and for embracing the adventure—we’d love to have you join us again for another unforgettable night in the jungle!
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