Guided Birdwatching Tour in Braulio Carrillo from San Jose

5.0 (1 reviews) San Jose, Costa Rica
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Step into one of Costa Rica’s most extraordinary birding destinations. In the heart of Braulio Carrillo, this private protected reserve—recognized by the National Audubon Society—offers a rare chance to spot over 400 bird species in one place. Walk through lush rainforest trails, soar quietly above the treetops on the Aerial Tram, and follow an expert naturalist who knows exactly where the most majestic and elusive birds hide. It’s the kind of birdwatching experience you can’t find anywhere else.

- One of Costa Rica’s most iconic birdwatching hotspots

- National Audubon Society–recognized reserve

- 400 plus bird species in a pristine rainforest environment

- Aerial Tram ride for incredible canopy views and bird spotting

- Led by an expert naturalist guide

- Peaceful trails surrounded by rich biodiversity

- A unique chance to see rare, colorful, and high-altitude species

What's included

  • Bird list
  • Expert certified naturalist bilingual guide
  • Aerial Tram
  • Lunch
  • Round Trip Transportation From San José
  • Trekking
  • Photography service
  • Locker

What to expect

During this full-day experience, you’ll explore one of Costa Rica’s top birding hotspots inside Rainforest Adventures’ Atlantic Park, a private protected reserve recognized by the National Audubon Society for having over 400 bird species in the surrounding area. This unique habitat, with its pure and healthy rainforest conditions, attracts birds that migrate, nest, or move across different altitudes throughout the year.

Accompanied by an expert naturalist guide, you’ll spend hours walking through lush rainforest trails and riding the Aerial Tram as you search for majestic and rare species that thrive in this environment. Your guide will help you spot and identify the incredible variety of birds that make Braulio Carrillo one of the most important locations for birdwatching in Central America. It’s a peaceful, immersive way to admire the beauty of the rainforest while observing birds in their natural habitat.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Route 32, next to Braulio Carrillo National Park, 45 mins from San José, downtown, Limón, Guápiles, Costa Rica

End point

Route 32, next to Braulio Carrillo National Park, 45 mins from San José, downtown, Limón, Guápiles, Costa Rica

Pickup details

Your booking include round trip transportation. Pickup time around 2.5h-1.5h before the tour starts (you will be confirmed by email after you book).

Our reservations team will contact you to inform you of the pickup time and the exact location where they will be waiting for you to board the transportation.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • 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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