Curi-Cancha Birdwatching Tour in Monteverde

4.7 (109 reviews) Monteverde, Costa Rica
Duration3h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover what makes our Curi-Cancha Birdwatching Tour a unique Monteverde experience. Explore one of Costa Rica’s premier birding destinations with a specialized local naturalist guide who understands the cloud forest’s wildlife and seasonal activity. Search for the magnificent Resplendent Quetzal, colorful toucans, hummingbirds, trogons, motmots, tanagers, and many other tropical birds. During the same excursion, you may also encounter two-toed sloths, howler or spider monkeys, coatis, and agoutis. Our guides monitor fruiting trees, nesting areas, and feeding sites to improve every outing. A professional HD spotting scope provides exceptional close-up views and opportunities to capture smartphone photos and videos. Ideal for birdwatchers, photographers, families, and nature lovers. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed, making every tour authentic and unique.

Options

transportation & guided tour

local transportations

Guided tour services

Guided tour service: 3 hours guided tour servise on a regular small group tour
Duration: 3 hours

What's included

  • Professional HD spotting scope and tripod
  • Three-hour guided birdwatching experience
  • 3.5 hours tour
  • Assistance taking photos and videos through the scope
  • Professional local birding guide and naturalist
  • Curi-Cancha Reservee entrance fee
  • Transportation when the Guide Service Only option is selected
  • Food and drinks

What to expect

Search for the magnificent Resplendent Quetzal during its seasonal movements through Monteverde on a guided birdwatching experience at Curi-Cancha Wildlife Refuge.

Explore forest edges, mature woodland, and fruiting-tree areas with an experienced local naturalist who identifies birds by sight, sound, behavior, and habitat. During the tour, use a high-definition spotting scope to observe and photograph possible sightings such as quetzals, toucans, hummingbirds, trogons, Three-wattled Bellbirds, tanagers, and other cloud forest wildlife.

Designed for beginners, families, photographers, and experienced birders, this three-hour small-group tour provides patient observation, personalized interpretation, and assistance taking photos through the spotting scope.

The Resplendent Quetzal is a wild bird that moves between elevations according to seasonal food availability. Recent activity may increase observation opportunities; however, no wildlife sighting can be guaranteed.

  1. Curi-Cancha Reserve

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting Point: Meet your expert local guide at the main reception of Curi-Cancha Reserve, Monteverde. Park in the official visitor lot and check in at reception. Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to enjoy the best birdwatching, wildlife, and nature photography experience.

End point

Meeting Point: Meet your expert local guide at the main reception of Curi-Cancha Reserve, Monteverde. Park in the official visitor lot and check in at reception. Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to enjoy the best birdwatching, wildlife, and nature photography experience.

Pickup details

Transportation Information: Complimentary round-trip transportation is included only when you select the tour option that includes transportation. If you book the Guide Service Only option and later require transportation, last-minute transfers may be available for an additional US$15 per person (round trip), subject to availability and within our regular service area. This fee can be paid in cash directly to the driver before departure.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • 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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