Costa Rica Birdwatching (On Request)

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  Courtney

  Asked on July 16th, 2026

  I am interested in this tour but need more information about the free times after scheduled tours and hikes. I want to be able to schedule a visit to the waterfall at La Fortuna and horseback riding or other activities. I want to make sure that there is enough time to do this and need to know time frames of each day that are free and not scheduled.

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    Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written July 2026

    Considering the itinerary of this program, I believe your free time will be quite limited. Transfers between destinations take approximately 3 to 4 hours, and the itinerary already includes the following scheduled activities:
    
    Naturalist hike along the Selva Verde Nature Trails in Sarapiquí.
    Shared early morning birdwatching tour in Arenal.
    Shared hike at El Silencio Private Reserve in Arenal.
    Shared Quetzal watching tour in Dota.
    
    Due to the relatively short duration of the trip and the travel time between destinations, opportunities for additional activities are somewhat limited. However, you could consider options such as a night wildlife tour or a visit to the hot springs, as these activities usually take place in the afternoon or evening and may fit better into the itinerary.
    
    Regarding the La Fortuna Waterfall and the Arenal Volcano hike, both activities can be combined on the same day. However, they would conflict with the birdwatching tour, as all of these activities take place primarily in the morning. Since your main interest is birdwatching, I would recommend keeping the birdwatching excursion included in the program.
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    Courtney

    Traveler•Written July 2026

    Is there a better day of this itinerary to book a night wildlife tour or hot springs tour? Is it possible to visit La Fortuna without a tour? Just taking a cab/ride there and purchasing a ticket?
    
    Also- I would plan to arrive 1-2 days ahead of time to San Jose to visit the city and hopefully see an old friend who lives there. Any recommendations for day trips/half day trips from the city to see waterfalls or beach excursions? I'd love to see as much as I can without being too hectic or rushed. The birdwatching/photography is my primary interest but I love nature overall so want to enjoy as much as I can.
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    Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written July 2026

    Regarding the night wildlife tour or a visit to the hot springs, the best opportunity would likely be during your stay in Arenal. Since the birdwatching tour takes place early in the morning, you would still have time in the late afternoon or evening to enjoy either activity. In fact, many visitors combine birdwatching with a relaxing evening at the hot springs, making for a very enjoyable day.
    
    As for the La Fortuna Waterfall, yes, it is absolutely possible to visit independently. You can take a taxi from your hotel to the waterfall entrance and purchase your admission ticket directly on site. This option offers more flexibility than a guided tour. However, please keep in mind that fitting the waterfall visit into this itinerary may be challenging because of the scheduled birdwatching activities, which I understand are your main priority.
    
    Arriving one or two days early in San José is an excellent idea, especially if you would like to spend time with your friend and explore a bit more of Costa Rica before the tour begins.
    Some day trips or half-day excursions from San José that I would recommend are:
    
    La Paz Waterfall Gardens: Beautiful waterfalls, cloud forest trails, and excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.
    Poás Volcano National Park (depending on park conditions and reservations): A great half-day excursion combining volcanic landscapes and cloud forest scenery.
    Irazú Volcano and Orosi Valley: Spectacular mountain views and excellent photography opportunities.
    Coffee plantation tours: Ideal if you enjoy nature, culture, and photography.
    
    Since birdwatching and photography are your primary interests, I would particularly recommend La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Manuel Antonio National Park, and the Orosi Valley/Irazú area, as these offer wonderful opportunities to photograph birds, landscapes, and wildlife without feeling rushed.
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    Courtney

    Traveler•Written July 2026

    I'm looking at next year- I know that birding is good year round in Costa Rica, but do you recommend any specific time of year? I believe the Quetzal is in the fall, ?
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    Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written July 2026

    It could be from February to may.
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  Carla

  Asked on January 30th, 2026

  I'm interested in the bird-watching tour in Costa Rica for February or March 2027. Could you please provide more information on the itinerary, inclusions, and type of accommodations for this tour?

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    Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written January 2026

    The adventure promises unforgettable experiences such as exploring the lush rainforest with an expert guide, spotting exotic wildlife in Sarapiqui, hiking to Arenal Volcano's stunning viewpoint, relaxing in the warm waters of Tabacon's hot springs, and searching for the charming quetzals in Dota's cloud forest.
    
    You'll enjoy comfortable stays throughout the journey, starting in a standard hotel in San Jose, then moving through Sarapiqui, the breathtaking region of Arenal, and finally, the enchanting Dota.
    
    6 night's accommodation
    Day 1 San Jose: Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Park Inn or similar 3*
    Day 2 Sarapiqui: Standard Hotel Category = Selva Verde Lodge or similar 3*
    Day 3-4 Arenal: Standard Hotel Category = Arenal Montechiari or similar 3*
    Day 5-6 Dota: Standard Hotel Category = Paraiso Quetzal Lodge or similar 3*
    
    Included in your adventure are shared activities like a naturalist hike at Selva Verde, birdwatching in Arenal, hiking at El Silencio Private Reserve, and a quetzal tour in Dota. Additionally, you can count on expert guidance from our local English- and Spanish-speaking guides for all scheduled activities.
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  Henry

  Asked on June 16th, 2024

  Looking to book the Bird Watching tour in Costa Rica but I will be in San Jose already, is it possible to organise a hotel pick up?

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    Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written June 2024

    Yes, it is possible to coordinate the pickup service from San José.
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    Henry

    Traveler•Written June 2024

    does the price change as we are already in a San Jose hotel at the beginning of the trip?
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    Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written June 2024

    No, it doesnt change.
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  Adriana

  Asked on June 2nd, 2024

  When I click to book the tour, the price becomes 1894 euros, stating that this is accommodation. Has the 1331 become 1894, or is it 1331 plus 1894? So the only issue now might be that the discount is not applying.

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    Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written June 2024

    Any discount or special price promotion is strictly managed directly by Tour Radar website. If the customer doesn't find the discount probably it is not active anymore and we don't have the access to apply any discount.