Wildlife hikes offer the perfect opportunity to get up close and personal with the unique flora and fauna of Costa Rica. Experienced guides know where to look so you can find and identify an amazing number of both plant and animal species. Six types of forests await your exploration: damp rainforests, high elevation cloud forests, lower elevation dry forests, lowland rainforests, mangroves, and riparian forests. Guided wildlife tours are available throughout the country both in national parks as well as protected private reserves. From excellent birdwatching to the rough terrain of the Osa Peninsula, some hikes may be more challenging than others. Volcano hikes might include cascading waterfalls and a dip in the hot springs. Costa Rica has many interesting nocturnal creatures so don't forget trying a guided night hike to check out what happens after the sun goes down!
Hot Springs, Wildlife Hike
Learn about the natural history of Arenal Volcano and the surrounding jungle and then unwind at the Baldi Hot Springs on this afternoon and early evening tour. The conical Arenal Volcano has a fascinating history including a deadly eruption in 1968. While it has not erupted in several years, it is still considered active and still displays plenty of signs of life such as the volcanic hot spri ...
Suggested age range: 2+
Romance, Hot Springs, Wildlife Hike
This tour to the majestic Arenal Volcano and beautiful Eco Termales Hot Springs is a perfect mix of exercise, adventure and deep relaxation. Costa Rica is known for its corridor of volcanoes, including the active but “sleeping” Arenal Volcano. With an almost perfect, conical shape and distinctive pointed top, this volcano has become a well sought-after tourist destination for many years. Qu ...
Suggested age range: 1+
Nature, Learning Family, Wildlife Hike
Until recent years, Arenal Volcano was one of the most active volcanoes in the world! On this interesting nature hike we will venture to the base of the volcano to learn all about its fascinating history and surrounding wildlife.Arenal Volcano blew its top so to speak in the deadly 1968 explosion. While it has not erupted since 1968, it still is considered active producing steam from ...
Suggested age range: 2+
Nature, Hiking, Wildlife Hike
A night hike in the Senderos Private Park and Mirador el Silencio trail within Arenal Volcano National Park promises a captivating and unique adventure in the heart of Costa Rica's rainforest. As the sun sets and darkness descends, the rainforest comes alive with an orchestra of nocturnal sounds and the flickers of various creatures. Led by experienced guides, this excursion offers a chance to ...
Suggested age range: 1+
Nature, Wildlife Hike
This guided nature walk will take you into a protected wilderness where you’ll find yourself surrounded by mesmerizing sights and sounds of a large variety of birds and jungle creatures living in two types of forest environments. With over 140 different species of tropical trees and encompassing over 3,000 acres of both dry and wet forest, this reserve provides a drastic contrast of ecosystem ...
Suggested age range: 1+
Nature, Birding, Wildlife Hike
Looking for the best chance to see beautiful Scarlett Macaws and giant crocodiles? If so, look no further as the Carara National Park tour provides your best odds of seeing both. The tour starts when you are picked up from your local hotel. If you are staying in Manuel Antonio, the drive will take about 1.5 hours to reach the park. If you are staying Jaco or Esterrillos, the drive wi ...
Suggested age range: 7+
Nature, Learning Family, Wildlife Hike, Safari Cruise
Embark on an Unforgettable Costa Rican Adventure: Guided Hike at Carara National Park and Crocodile Viewing Cruise on the Tarcoles River! Your journey begins with a guided hike at Carara National Park, a verdant paradise nestled between the Pacific rainforest and the tropical dry forest. As you step into this lush sanctuary, you'll be enveloped by a symphony of vibrant flora and the calls of ex ...
Suggested age range: 5+
Nature, Learning Family, Hiking, Canopy Bridges, Wildlife Hike, Waterfalls
Experience the ultimate full-day adventure in the stunning surroundings of La Fortuna, Costa Rica, where a series of awe-inspiring activities await you. This tour promises an immersive journey through the region's remarkable natural beauty, offering an extraordinary opportunity to connect with the wonders of the rainforest and the impressive Arenal Volcano. Your day begins with an invig ...
Suggested age range: 1+
Nature, Learning Family, Birding, Wildlife Hike
The Curi-Cancha Reserve is a birdwatching paradise for those interested in highland and cloud forest species! Located near the world-famous Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, this independently owned reserve is quite similar but is not as well known. This means fewer people and more animals! Birdwatchers will be delighted as over 200 species of birds have been observed within the reserve! Resplen ...
Suggested age range: 1+
Nature, Learning Family, Birding, Wildlife Hike
With over 850 species of birds identified in Costa Rica, this is the place to do some serious bird watching! In a small group you will be led on an easy hike through a forest at a private farm early in the morning, then walk down to the beach areas to spot the many varieties of shorebirds. Along the way you will stop for breakfast. Your experienced guide with lots of local knowledge will be car ...
Suggested age range: 5+
Nature, Learning Family, Hiking, Wildlife Hike
The Gandoca Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge tour will take you over remarkable wilderness hiking trails that allow you to sample the different ecosystems of the area. This refuge encompasses 11,00 acres of land including several pristine Caribbean beaches, lush tropical rain forests as well as the transition areas and accompanying wildlife.The tour will begin when you are picked up from your ...
Suggested age range: 12+
Birding, Wildlife Hike
A chance of a lifetime for serious birders, this adventure will have you exploring the subalpine and alpine zones along the Continental Divide for beautiful tropical cloud forest birdlife. You’ll travel with a professional guide taking you into areas where the Resplendent Quetzal and other exotic birds make their home. This amazing 6-hour outing, designed only for guests staying at th ...
Suggested age range: 1+
Nature, Hiking, Wildlife Hike
Embark on a captivating adventure through the enchanting rainforest near Manuel Antonio National Park and witness the mesmerizing world of nocturnal creatures. Our expert guides will lead you along a trail teeming with biodiversity, providing a unique opportunity to observe local reptiles, insects, toads, and tree frogs in their natural habitat. Immerse yourself in the symphony of sounds that fill ...
Suggested age range: 1+
Nature, Beach, Wildlife Hike
A guided hike through Manuel Antonio National Park promises an immersive journey into the heart of one of Costa Rica's most celebrated natural gems. Led by knowledgeable local guides, this experience unveils the park's rich biodiversity, captivating landscapes, and fascinating ecosystem dynamics. As you embark on the hike, your guide will take you along well-maintained trails that wind ...
Suggested age range: 1+
Beach, Wildlife Hike
A guided hike through Manuel Antonio National Park promises an immersive journey into the heart of one of Costa Rica's most celebrated natural gems. Led by knowledgeable local guides, this experience unveils the park's rich biodiversity, captivating landscapes, and fascinating ecosystem dynamics. As you embark on the hike, your guide will take you along well-maintained trails that wind ...
Suggested age range: 1+
Wildlife Hike
Manuel Antonio National Park remains the most visited national park in Costa Rica for many reasons. Scenic mountains come down to kiss the coast where beautiful coves defined by dramatic rocky outcroppings are filled with soft white sand. Tidepools appear at low tide plus monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and more make their home here living seaside in rainforest trees. It’s also the smallest ...
Suggested age range: 1+
Nature, Learning Family, Hiking, Birding, Wildlife Hike
This amazing old growth cloud forest, rescued from the threat of mining during the 1970s by a visiting scientist and resident Quakers, retains a unique ecosystem found nowhere else in the world. This region, believed to have the highest density of orchids on earth, with over 500 species of exotic birdlife, over 100 species of reptiles, and hosting animal life from both North and South America, ...
Suggested age range: 1+
Nature, Learning Family, Wildlife Hike
The Ecocentro Danuas night walk provides a window of opportunity to observe nocturnal wildlife in a natural habitat. The majority of animals that live in the rainforest are more active at night, so grab a flashlight and see the jungle in a new light! The Ecocentro Danuas is located a few minutes outside of La Fortuna. It is a privately owned ecological reserve which has been awarded ...
Suggested age range: 2+
Adventure, Nature, Romance, Learning Family, Hiking, Wildlife Hike, Waterfalls
The Rio Celeste Waterfall tour is a well sought-after hike that leads to a unique sky blue river and beautiful waterfall. You will see how the combination of two mineral-rich rivers creates the blue appearance of Rio Celeste. As an intermediate hike, it provides a good workout for people of most physical fitness levels.At the beginning of the tour, you will be picked up at your hotel and ...
Suggested age range: 5+
Nature, Learning Family, Hiking, Wildlife Hike, Waterfalls
The Rio Celeste Waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world! Imagine yourself in front of a turquoise blue waterfall surrounded by lush, emerald green jungle. The tour starts off when you are picked up from your La Fortuna area hotel. The ride to the Rio Celeste takes about 2 to 2.5 hours and takes you through rural countryside that few tourists have the opportunit ...
Suggested age range: 5 - 66
Nature, Learning Family, Wildlife Hike
The sweet smiling face of the Costa Rican sloth is rapidly becoming the iconic symbol of the country's amazing rainforest wildlife. If you would like an easy ride to see these cuddly looking animals at the forest edge, stopping all along the way to spot Toucans, Howler monkeys, iguanas, and colorful frogs, then this tour is the perfect tour for you. You'll be picked up from your hotel ...
Suggested age range: 1+
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