About this experience
Recognized as one of the best night tours in La Fortuna for nature and wildlife lovers, this Private Night Tour will take you to explore a unique ecosystem composed of gallery forest, open grassland areas and small lagoons, ideal habitats for an extraordinary diversity of nocturnal fauna.
If you are looking for one of the best things to do in La Fortuna and an authentic Costa Rica experience, this night hike will allow you to discover the tropical forest from a completely different perspective.
Depending on the natural conditions, you will find species such as the iconic red-eyed frog, delicate glass frogs, rain frogs, toads, geckos, lizards and various species of snakes, as well as spiders, tropical insects and other amazing creatures that inhabit the rainforest.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr 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
- Government Fees
- Certified Guide
- Flashlights
Not included
- Only if you requested in advance, extra cost for transportation
Itinerary and highlights
As night falls, the tropical forest reveals a completely different world. On this private night tour, you will walk trails with a certified naturalist guide who, thanks to his experience and the use of lanterns and specialized equipment, will help you discover the incredible fauna that awakens after sunset.
Depending on the weather conditions and the natural activity of the fauna, you will be able to observe a wide variety of amphibians and reptiles, including the iconic red-eyed frog, delicate glass frogs, small rain frogs, tree frogs, toads, geckos, sleeping lizards and different species of snakes, including the famous velvet, always observed from a safe distance and with the utmost respect for their habitat.
In addition, the tour offers excellent opportunities to find spiders, insects of extraordinary shapes and colors, mantises, stick insects, grasshoppers, moths, nocturnal birds and, occasionally, small mammals that take advantage of the tranquility of the night to feed and move through the forest.
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Meeting and pickup information
- Address: 2600 mts southeast of the super Cristian 4 Z13 Alajuela, 21007. Your guide will be waiting for you at the reception, with your company ID and logo.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Arenal Botso Travel
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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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