Night tour through the Monteverde cloud forest

4.9 (47 reviews) Monteverde, Costa Rica
Duration2h
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 8 travelers

Overview

Discover why the Monteverde Cloud Forest Night Tour is one of the best nighttime wildlife experiences in Costa Rica. Over 87% of the animals in the tropical cloud forest are nocturnal, making nighttime the ideal time to explore Monteverde's biodiversity with an expert naturalist guide. During this nighttime hike on private trails, you'll have the opportunity to search for red-eyed tree frogs, tarantulas, snakes, kinkajous, armadillos, two-toed sloths, and birds roosting in the cloud forest.

Each tour is unique and authentic, as wildlife sightings depend on natural factors such as weather, season, animal activity, and a bit of luck. This experience offers a unique way to discover the Monteverde cloud forest after sunset and connect with nature at its most active and mysterious.

Options

All inclusive

Guided tour and entrance.: The price includes admission and the guided night tour service at Finca Lantana.

Guided tour services

The rate includes the guided night walk at Finca Lantana. It does not include the additional $10 per person entrance fee.

What's included

  • 2-hour tour with naturalist guide
  • HD optical equipment
  • Flashlights
  • Assistance with the photographs
  • Lantana Estate Entrance Fee
  • Local transport

What to expect

  1. Finca Lantana Monteverde
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Upon arrival at Finca Lantana, travelers will be greeted by a local naturalist guide, an expert on nocturnal wildlife and the biodiversity of the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Before the tour, they will receive a brief introduction, safety recommendations, and tips to enhance their wildlife viewing experience during the night walk.

    The farm offers excellent opportunities to observe red-eyed tree frogs, sloths, tarantulas, snakes, kinkajous, tropical insects, and nocturnal birds in their natural habitat. Thanks to its accessible trails and protected ecosystems, Finca Lantana is one of the best places to enjoy a night walk in Monteverde, Costa Rica.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Lantana Farm Night Tour in Monteverde, near Santa Elena. Explore a private farm in the cloud forest with a naturalist guide and discover frogs, sloths, tarantulas, snakes, and other nocturnal wildlife of Costa Rica. Arrive 15 minutes early. Parking available.

End point

Lantana Farm Night Tour in Monteverde, near Santa Elena. Explore a private farm in the cloud forest with a naturalist guide and discover frogs, sloths, tarantulas, snakes, and other nocturnal wildlife of Costa Rica. Arrive 15 minutes early. Parking available.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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.

Reviews

4.9 (47)

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