About this experience
Experience a birdwatching and wildlife photography tour in the heart of Bijagua, one of Costa Rica's top birding destinations. Accompanied by a certified local naturalist guide, search for toucans, tanagers, hummingbirds, motmots, and many other tropical bird species while learning about their behavior, habitats, and ecological importance. Along the way, enjoy opportunities to photograph birds and other rainforest wildlife in their natural environment as your guide helps identify species and shares fascinating insights into the region's rich biodiversity. Perfect for birders, photographers, and nature lovers of all experience levels.
Highlights
• Birdwatching experience with a certified local naturalist guide
• Observe and photograph a wide variety of tropical bird species
• Learn about bird behavior, habitats, and rainforest ecology
• Excellent opportunities for wildlife photography
• Small-group experience for personalized attention
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr 30 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Entrance fee
- Snacks
Not included
- Guests must arrive at the meeting point on their own. The guide will be waiting at the parking area by the entrance, holding a sign with your name for easy identification.
Itinerary and highlights
This birding and photography experience takes place from a fixed observation platform located near forest edges and open habitats. There are no hikes involved, and guests remain comfortably on the platform throughout the tour.
From this stable point, we focus on birds moving through mid and lower vegetation levels and nearby open areas. Travelers will have excellent opportunities to observe and photograph species such as toucans, trogons, motmots, tanagers, parrots, flycatchers, hummingbirds, raptors, and migratory birds, depending on the season.
The experience is led by a certified local naturalist guide who assists with bird identification, behavior interpretation, and basic wildlife photography tips. The calm, flexible pace allows time to observe natural behavior and capture high-quality images in a relaxed setting.
Meeting and pickup information
- The meeting point is located off the main road with parking available at the entrance. The guide will be waiting in the parking area to welcome guests and start the experience.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Rio Celeste Wildlife Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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