Small Group Night Walking Tour in Monteverde
Recommended by 96% of travelers
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Puntarenas, Costa Rica
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Hike through Monteverde Wildlife Refuge after dark on a guided walking tour that reveals how nighttime transforms the tropical forest. Since dusk brings out a mix of diurnal and nocturnal animals, you might see completely different creatures than in a day time visit. Provided flashlights and the guide’s powerful spotting scope are great for finding wildlife you might otherwise miss, from tree frogs to sloths and jewel-toned birds.
- See a different side of the forest by visiting after dark
- Following an expert guide means you’ll see and learn more
- Provided flashlights and spotting scope help find animals
- Group size is limited to six people for personalized service
What's Included
- Flashlights during the tour, spotting scope, Professional guide
- Admission Fee - Wildlife Refuge Monteverde entrance ticket included
- Transportation is not included. (Please use your own vehicle) Big Parking lot
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Wildlife Refuge MonteverdeC. Los Camachos, Provincia de Puntarenas, Monteverde, Costa Rica
At the reception entrance.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
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Wildlife Refuge Monteverde
2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 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
This was one of the best experiences we had on our trip! Our guide was Christian, and he was incredible. He shared so much wonderful knowledge about how to listen, look and understand the animals of the forest. He helped prepare us for what to look out when we explored other forests on our trip. We were able to see a sloth come down from a tree at night which is a very lucky experience we were thrilled to have had. Thank you so much Viator, Wildlife Refuge Monteverde and Christian. I highly recommend booking this to anyone looking for an informative, fun and memorable tour in Costa Rica.
Reviews
4.8
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We learned so much on this excursion and got to see so many creatures that we would never have seen otherwise. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable. This experience was well worth it.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re very happy to hear that the tour helped you discover so many creatures you might otherwise have missed and that you learned so much along the way.
We truly appreciate your kind words about your guide’s knowledge and are glad the experience felt well worth it.
Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours!
Our night walk into the cloud forest jungle was an incredible experience. We saw everything imaginable and more, and we learned so much from our guide. The Nasua Tours Team was wonderful and we couldn't have asked for a better guided night walk. Everyone of our group is still talking about it... Highly recommend !!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review!
We’re thrilled to hear that your night walk through the cloud forest became such a memorable experience for your entire group. Knowing that you saw so much wildlife, learned a great deal, and are still talking about the tour afterward means a lot to us.
Thank you for your kind words about the Nasua Tours team and for recommending the experience so warmly.
We’re grateful to have been part of such a special night in Monteverde.
This was awesome! Oscar was such a good guide, and a really nice person. He really seemed to love showing us all of the really interesting wildlife, and helped us get some really amazing photos along the way. He was really knowledgeable about the animals that we were seeing, and shared a lot of really interesting information about Costa Rica in the process. I really recommend him as a guide for any of your wildlife viewing dreams!!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much, Emma, for such a lovely review!
It was a real pleasure guiding you and sharing some of Costa Rica’s incredible wildlife with you. I’m very happy you enjoyed not only the sightings, but also the stories, information, and photos we captured along the way.
Your kind words about my passion and guiding mean a lot to me. Thank you for your recommendation and for sharing such a great evening in the forest!
Awesome experience! We saw toucans, birds, frogs, all sorts of amazing insects. As well as ending the hike getting to spot a sleeping sloth. Our guide Frederic was so informative, patient, and was ready to answer any questions that we had.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re very happy to hear that Frederic made the tour such an enjoyable and informative experience. It sounds like you had some fantastic sightings, from toucans, frogs, and insects to the sleeping sloth at the end of the walk.
We truly appreciate your kind words about his patience and willingness to answer questions. We’ll be sure to share them with him.
Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours!
This tour was a true highlight of what was an incredible trip to Costa Rica.
Oscar's enthusiasm about the cloud forest was infectious. He has a remarkably keen eye for spotting expertly camouflaged wildlife in the dark. Throughout the tour, he shared a wealth of knowledge about the cloud forest and its inhabitants.
This tour was a wild sensory experience. Among other animals, we saw tree frogs, pit vipers, a tarantula, a salamander, a giant grasshopper and scorpions.
Sturdy footwear is a must.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much, James, for such a wonderful review!
It was a real pleasure guiding you through the cloud forest and sharing its nighttime wildlife with you. I’m very glad you enjoyed both the sightings and the stories behind them.
We had an excellent evening with tree frogs, pit vipers, a tarantula, salamander, giant grasshopper, scorpions, and many other fascinating creatures. I’m especially happy that the experience became a highlight of your Costa Rica trip.
Thank you as well for sharing the footwear tip for future guests. I truly appreciate your kind words and enthusiasm!
Until another adventure in the forest.
Chris/Christian was an amazing guide and we were able to learn so much and see a lot of awesome animals in Monteverde after dark! We felt safe the entire time and the guide has not only great eyes for spotting wildlife but a ton of knowledge and insight about conservation. It was awesome to support a small local family business that prioritizes conservation. Would definitely recommend Wildlife Refuge Monteverde, C. Los Camachos, Provincia de Puntarenas, Monteverde, Costa Rica
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review!
We’re delighted to hear that Chris made the night walk such an enjoyable and informative experience. His sharp eye for wildlife, knowledge of the forest, and passion for conservation are qualities we truly value.
We especially appreciate your kind words about supporting a small local business that cares deeply about conservation. It means a lot to our entire team.
Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours and for recommending the experience!
Nasua team is very professional to identify and introduce species in the rain forest. They taught me and my daughter a lot of knowledge with great kindness and professionalism.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re very happy to hear that you and your daughter had such a positive experience with the Nasua Tours team. Sharing our knowledge of the rainforest and its wildlife with kindness and professionalism is at the heart of what we do.
Thank you for your strong recommendation and for choosing to explore Monteverde with us!
We were happy to see a sleeping toucan, some frogs, tarantulas and a scorpion. Unfortunately most of the tour was just walking through the dark without our guide talking much about the forest. It would have been nice had he explained more about the ecology of the forest since there were not many animals out to see. Also, this tour was a bit pricey and compared to other tours we did it did not measure up.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.
We’re glad you were able to see a sleeping toucan, frogs, tarantulas, and a scorpion, but we’re sorry the overall experience did not meet your expectations.
Wildlife activity can vary greatly from night to night, but we agree that when sightings are limited, the guiding should still provide meaningful interpretation about the forest, its ecology, and the species that live there. Your comments about the amount of information shared are important to us and will be reviewed with our guiding team.
We also appreciate your feedback regarding the value of the tour. Thank you for helping us identify where we can improve the experience for future guests.
It was a really cool experience! We got to see a tarantula, a sleeping, howler, monkey, a sleeping, hummingbird, and some other really neat. Bring a jacket! It gets chilly at night. And make sure to wear closed toe shoes- there are scorpions,
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
We’re very glad you enjoyed the night tour and had the chance to see some memorable wildlife, including the tarantula, sleeping howler monkey, and hummingbird.
Thank you as well for sharing the helpful tips about bringing a jacket and wearing closed-toe shoes. They can definitely make the evening more comfortable.
We’re happy you chose to explore Monteverde after dark with Nasua Tours!
The night walking tour in Monteverde was a standout highlight of our road trip through Costa Rica. We were lucky enough to see a lot of animals throughout the evening, which made the whole experience feel like a genuine adventure into the wild. Our guide was super nice and incredibly knowledgeable, clearly caring about the forest and its inhabitants.
We especially appreciated how the tour ended up being a full 3.5 hours—the extra time allowed us to really immerse ourselves in the atmosphere without feeling rushed. It was such a memorable and authentic way to see the forest come alive after dark. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a deep and engaging experience with Monteverde's nighttime wildlife!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for such a thoughtful review!
We’re delighted to hear that the night walk became one of the highlights of your Costa Rica road trip. It sounds like you had a fantastic evening with plenty of wildlife and enough time to really enjoy the atmosphere of the forest without feeling rushed.
We especially appreciate your kind words about your guide’s knowledge, care for the forest, and friendly approach. Creating an authentic and engaging connection with Monteverde’s nighttime wildlife is exactly what we hope guests take away from the experience.
Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours and for recommending the tour so warmly!
Frederico was our guide. He was fantastic! Super knowledgable, incredible at spotting wildlife, and very personable. We were the only ones who signed up for the tour so it ended up being a personal tour. We would tell anyone who visits Monteverde to consider this tour!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that your tour with Frederico turned into such a special private experience. His knowledge, sharp eye for wildlife, and friendly personality really help make exploring Monteverde memorable.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and will be sure to share your kind words with Frederico.
Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours!
We saw several frogs, a tiny viper, spiders, a sloth which was difficult to see, and a scorpion that glowed when you shine a black light on it.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
We’re very glad you had the chance to see such a nice variety of wildlife, including frogs, a young viper, spiders, a sloth, and the fluorescent scorpion under black light.
Every night in the forest brings something different, and those small, unexpected discoveries are often what make the experience so memorable.
Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours!
This was an exceptional tour. We can't say enough good things about our tour guide Cristian Chaves. He was extremely knowledgeable and provided so much information on top of showing us so many interesting creatures. It was a fantastic experience.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that Cristian made the night tour such an exceptional experience. His knowledge, attention to detail, and passion for sharing Monteverde’s wildlife truly add so much to the tour.
We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to him. Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours and for sharing your experience!
This was one of the best experiences we had on our trip! Our guide was Christian, and he was incredible. He shared so much wonderful knowledge about how to listen, look and understand the animals of the forest. He helped prepare us for what to look out when we explored other forests on our trip. We were able to see a sloth come down from a tree at night which is a very lucky experience we were thrilled to have had. Thank you so much Viator, Wildlife Refuge Monteverde and Christian. I highly recommend booking this to anyone looking for an informative, fun and memorable tour in Costa Rica.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review!
We’re thrilled to hear that Christian made the night walk one of the highlights of your trip. His ability to teach guests how to listen, observe, and better understand the forest is such an important part of the experience.
Seeing a sloth come down from a tree at night was certainly a very special and lucky moment, and we’re glad you were there to witness it.
Thank you for recommending Nasua Tours so warmly. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Christian!
We got to see a keel billed toucan sleeping and two green vipers! We really enjoyed this different experience. Frederico was so knowledgeable and passionate! We loved it!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that Frederico made the night tour such an enjoyable experience and that you were able to see a sleeping keel-billed toucan and two green vipers.
His knowledge and passion really help make the forest come alive after dark. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him.
Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours!
Great Night Tour with an Amazing Guide
We had a really great experience on this night walking tour in Monteverde – definitely worth it!
Our guide, Pablo, was very kind and knowledgeable. He showed us many animals, especially a sloth, as well as a tarantula, a scorpion, and lots of insects and spiders. He also shared interesting information about them and different plants.
It was very convenient that he provided us with flashlights for free. He also had a spotting scope so we could see everything up close.
Overall, a very enjoyable and interesting experience – we would definitely recommend it!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that Pablo made the night walk such an enjoyable and informative experience. It sounds like you had some fantastic sightings with the sloth, tarantula, scorpion, insects, and spiders, along with the chance to learn more about the plants of Monteverde.
We’re also glad the flashlights and spotting scope helped you enjoy the wildlife more comfortably and up close.
Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours and for recommending the experience so warmly!
What a fabulous tour! I was not a fan of most of the creatures we encountered on this tour, haha, but it was still fun to get to see them (from a safe distance!) in the wild.
Chris was incredibly knowledgeable about the local wildlife, could spot things from a mile away, and made safety his #1 priority. We saw a tarantula, two vipers, and a two-toed sloth, among other things. He would also use your phone to take photos through his scope, which left us with amazing pictures.
10/10 recommend!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re very happy to hear that Chris made the tour feel both exciting and safe, even with some creatures that were a little outside your comfort zone! His knowledge, sharp eye, and attention to safety are qualities we truly value.
It sounds like you had some fantastic sightings with the tarantula, vipers, and two-toed sloth, and we’re glad the scope photos gave you some great memories to take home as well.
Thank you for the 10/10 recommendation and for choosing Nasua Tours!
We did this night tour during our trip in January 2026 with Cristian, who was an amazing tour guide. It was such an incredible experience and we were able to see a lot of wildlife, including scorpions, two different kinds of snakes, a sleeping sloth, a sleeping toucan, frogs, and other insects. Cristian is very friendly and dedicated and is very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna of Costa Rica and provided us with interesting information throughout the night, as well as answering any questions we had. He also taught us a little bit about the history of ecotourism and sustainability in Costa Rica. You can tell he has such a passion and respect for wildlife and Costa Rica's biodiversity with the way he talks about it. He also stayed a few minutes after the tour was done to answer some further questions I had about other wildlife in Costa Rica. Thanks again Cristian!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much, Zachary, for such a thoughtful and detailed review!
We’re delighted to hear that your night tour with Cristian was such a memorable experience and that you were able to enjoy such a great variety of wildlife, including scorpions, snakes, a sleeping sloth, toucan, frogs, and insects.
It means a lot to know that Cristian’s knowledge, dedication, and genuine passion for Costa Rica’s biodiversity came through during the tour. We’re especially glad you appreciated the broader conversation about ecotourism, sustainability, and conservation, as these are such important parts of understanding Costa Rica’s natural heritage.
We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Cristian. Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours and for taking the time to share your experience!
Chris was amazing, he was so passionate about everything we saw and he knew how to pass on his passion. We saw a lot of animals and difficult to see like Rufus frog and a green viper !
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that Chris made the tour such a memorable experience and that his passion for the forest really came through. Seeing more elusive wildlife like the rufous frog and green viper must have made the evening especially exciting.
We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Chris. Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours and for exploring Monteverde with us!
Great tour that was totally different than a day-time tour. We saw a few different snakes, birds, and some really interesting insects that were actually the highlight! It's great how the guides interact and make sure various groups are aware of interesting animal spottings, and no one misses out. Jose was our guide and had a last minute group adjustment so we had both English and Spanish-speaking guests, and he did a great job translating everything - including guest questions - so that everyone got the same information. He had a great eye and is clearly very knowledgable. Thank you!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review!
We’re very happy to hear that José made the night tour enjoyable and inclusive for everyone, especially with both English- and Spanish-speaking guests in the group. His ability to translate the explanations and questions while still keeping the tour engaging is something we truly appreciate.
We’re also glad you enjoyed seeing a completely different side of the forest at night, including the snakes, birds, and fascinating insects, and that the teamwork between guides helped everyone make the most of the wildlife sightings.
Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with José!
We had Oscar for our night walk and he was incredible! He spotted so much wildlife for us and took amazing pictures through his scope which he shared with us at the end (so less time wasted taking photos with everyone’s phone, and better quality photos). He had brilliant knowledge of the wildlife and was clearly very experienced. We valued being in a small group of 4 and Oscar directed us around the refuge in a way that felt safe and which made the most of our time in the tour. It was great to see the guides working together at times to share information on what had been spotted, while not feeling crowded into a larger group. The wildlife refuge itself was a great location, and others on our trip who went to a different reserve saw less than us. Highly recommended!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for such a thoughtful review!
It was a real pleasure guiding your group through the refuge. I’m very glad the small-group setting, the route we took, and the teamwork between guides helped you enjoy so much wildlife without feeling crowded.
I’m also happy the scope photos worked well for you and allowed everyone to spend more time simply enjoying the sightings.
Thank you for your kind words about my knowledge and experience, and for recommending the tour so warmly.
It was a wonderful night to share with you.
Cool experience, but definitely on the expensive side. We didn’t see too many animals due to the rain. Our tour guide was great!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
We’re glad you enjoyed the tour and especially appreciated your guide. We completely understand that the rain and fewer wildlife sightings can affect the overall experience, as nature is always unpredictable.
We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding the price. Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours and for recommending the experience despite the challenging conditions.
Great tour with amazing sights! Would recommend for anyone in monteverde! Saw so many animals you would not see durning the day!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the night tour and had the chance to see so much wildlife that can be difficult to observe during the day.
Thank you for recommending Nasua Tours and for making the experience part of your time in Monteverde!
Was very nice, got to see 3 insects, 1 tarantula, 2 vipers and a few sleeping birds. The tourguide had a lot of experience.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your review!
We’re glad you enjoyed the night walk and appreciated the experience and knowledge of your guide. It sounds like you had some interesting sightings with the tarantula, vipers, insects, and sleeping birds.
Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours and for exploring Monteverde with us!
Pablo is a great guide. He was very educated about the wildlife and vegetation. We felt that he was able to share information back and forth with other guides as well which helped us and other groups see more things. We saw a scorpion, tarantula, sleeping monkey and birds, stream frog, and pit viper snake. Nature is always moving so we felt lucky to have seen what was there at the time.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review!
We’re very happy to hear that Pablo made the tour such an informative and enjoyable experience. His knowledge of the wildlife and vegetation, along with the way our guides communicate and share sightings, can really help guests make the most of the night.
It sounds like you had some excellent encounters with the scorpion, tarantula, sleeping monkey and birds, stream frog, and pit viper. We also appreciate your understanding that nature is always changing and every evening is different.
Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Pablo!
Wonderful! Chris was so knowledgeable and we saw more than expected. I’d highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re very happy to hear that Chris made the tour such a great experience and that you were able to see even more wildlife than expected.
We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him. Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours and for your recommendation!
Guide was awesome and knowledgeable but we didn’t see much! Was a great experience anyways! Would book in another season
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words!
It was a pleasure guiding you, and I’m glad you still enjoyed the experience even though wildlife was a little quieter that night. Every season and every evening in the forest can be completely different, so I’d be very happy to welcome you back for another adventure someday.
Thank you for joining me!
Our tour guide Pablo was fantastic. We saw lots of different animals and Pablo did a great job providing lots of interesting information. We loved it and would highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re very happy to hear that Pablo made the tour such an enjoyable experience and helped you discover a great variety of wildlife while sharing interesting information along the way.
We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to him. Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours and for your recommendation!
Christian is a very experienced, highly dedicated, friendly guide. He told us a lot about the local flora and fauna. Everything was very well organized. Highly recommended. Small group 3+2 Pers
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review!
We’re very happy to hear that Christian made the tour such a positive experience with his knowledge, dedication, and friendly approach. We’re also glad you appreciated the organization and the small-group setting.
Thank you for recommending Nasua Tours and for spending the evening exploring Monteverde with us!
Odds to find any animals in the forrest in the night alone = close to none, odds finding with a competent guide = big. We were lucky to see a sloth, a viper, a sleeping hummingbird and a sleeping tucane and maybe the most interesting thing, "a glowing scorpion"! Our guide Steven was using a ultraviolet lamp to find a scorpion. Apprently scorpions are fluoresce under ultraviolet light. But remember, you can never be sure to see nice stuff while it's wildlife.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review!
We’re very happy to hear that Steven helped make the night walk such an interesting experience and that you had the chance to see a sloth, viper, sleeping hummingbird, toucan, and especially the fluorescent scorpion under UV light.
You’re absolutely right that wildlife can never be guaranteed, which makes every sighting feel even more special.
Thank you for choosing Nasua Tours and for sharing your experience!
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