Night nature walk in the Arenal rainforest

5.0 (8 reviews) La Fortuna, Costa Rica
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Duration2h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Overview

Discover the rainforest after dark on a two-hour guided hike at Mirador El Silencio, near Arenal Volcano. Traverse the forest trails with an expert local naturalist and look for free-roaming nocturnal wildlife, such as red-eyed tree frogs, insects, spiders, snakes, sleeping birds, and mammals. Your guide will explain animal behavior, rainforest ecology, and conservation efforts, helping the group observe wildlife safely and respectfully. Flashlights are provided. Wildlife sightings vary naturally on each tour. Choose the option that best suits your needs and carefully check whether the trail entrance fee is included.

What's included

  • 2 hours tour
  • Flash lights
  • HD spotting scope
  • local tour guide
  • Entrance fee to El silencio trails

What to expect

  1. Mirador El Silencio
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Discover the magic of a night walk in La Fortuna, near Arenal Volcano, and explore the rainforest's biodiversity with a naturalist guide expert in Costa Rica's flora and fauna. After dark, observe red-eyed tree frogs, sloths, armadillos, anteaters, owls, palm-pit vipers, sleeping birds, and insects in their natural habitat.

    The tour includes flashlights and the use of professional optical equipment to view each species in greater detail. Weather permitting, you can even capture unique photos and videos through the telescope using your smartphone.

    Ideal for families, couples, photographers, and nature lovers, this Arenal night tour offers adventure, environmental interpretation, and responsible wildlife viewing. Book your experience and discover the Costa Rican rainforest under the stars. Sightings may vary depending on natural conditions.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

1Meet at the main reception of Mirador El Silencio, F7MC+W37, Route 142, San Carlos, Alajuela, Costa Rica, approximately 1 km east of Tabacón Resort. Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the scheduled start time. Your guide will be waiting at the reception. The activity ends at the same location.

End point

1Meet at the main reception of Mirador El Silencio, F7MC+W37, Route 142, San Carlos, Alajuela, Costa Rica, approximately 1 km east of Tabacón Resort. Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the scheduled start time. Your guide will be waiting at the reception. The activity ends at the same location.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

5.0 (8)

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