Birdwatching Tour
Overview
Always Birding
Monteverde is home for 500 of Costa Rica’s over 900 bird species.
This makes it an ideal destination for all bird enthusiasts.
The Wildlife Refuge offers birding tours where one can observe the following: bellbirds, resplendent quetzals, emerald toucanets, keel billed toucans, black guans, manakins, orange-bellied trogons, and more.
Dare yourself to fly with us througout a birder’s dream world.
What you'll experience
Birdwatching Experience
Discover quetzals, toucans, bellbirds, and more in their natural habitat.
Cloud Forest
Walk through one of Monteverde's richest cloud forest ecosystems.
Spotting Scopes
Our guides use spotting scopes to help you observe wildlife in greater detail.
Expert Guides
Learn about local flora and fauna from certified guides passionate about conservation.
Tour details
Duration
3 hours
Difficulty
Moderate
Location
Refugio,
Monteverde
Schedule
Regular Tours: 6:30am
Group Size
Maximum 8 people per group
Transportation
We offer free parking
Small Groups
We allow a maximum of 6 people per group with the intention of making the groups manageable and offer a more personalized experience. If your family or group is larger, we can accomodate to your preferences.
What's Included
Entrance Fee
Guided Experience
Telescope
What to Bring
Comfortable Hiking Shoes
Comfortable Clothing
Light Rain Jacket
Camera or Binoculars
Water Bottle
Why choose this experience?
- • Most wildlife becomes active after sunset.
- • Small groups for a more personal experience.
- • Professional spotting scopes included.
- • Located inside a protected wildlife refuge.
- • Certified naturalist guides.
Important Information
You can book directly through our official website, WhatsApp, phone, email, or participating local hotels.
Yes, our tours may be available on platforms such as Tripadvisor, Viator, and GetYourGuide. However, reservations made through these platforms are managed independently. We are only responsible for bookings made through our official channels.
We recommend booking at least one day in advance, especially from December to April, when demand is higher and availability is limited.
Rain and thunderstorms are common in September and October. If weather conditions affect your tour, we offer flexible cancellation options.
Transportation is included in our regular night walking tour and private tours starting at 6:00 PM or 8:00 PM. Please confirm whether transportation from your accommodation is included or requires an additional fee.
Yes! We offer a spacious and secure parking area for visitors arriving in their own vehicles, completely free of charge.
Monteverde Wildlife Refuge is a natural habitat, not a zoo. All animals live freely in their natural environment, so sightings may vary. Every visit offers a unique opportunity to experience the beauty of Monteverde's wildlife.
Birdwatching Tour
Grupal
- Adults$100/ person
- Children(5-12 years old)$65/ person
- Student$100/ person
- Costa Rica resident$70/ person
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