Monteverde: Bird-watching sunrise sightseeing tour in Curi-Cancha

Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica



Get up early to see the Quetzal in action. Tour Curi-Cancha with an expert guide, use a high-end telescope, and learn to take the best photos with your cell phone.

Highlights

  • Tour Curi-Cancha, the ideal reserve for birdwatching.
  • Look for the quetzal and toucans with the help of a local naturalist guide
  • Use a professional scope to see wildlife up close
  • Take high-quality photos with your cell phone

Description

Experience the magic of the Cloud Forest just as it comes to life. This specialized hike in the Curi-Cancha Reserve is strategically designed to enter the trails early in the morning, taking advantage of the 'golden hour' when bird activity is at its peak and the number of tourists is minimal. Unlike the dense forest of other reserves, Curi-Cancha offers clearings and open spaces that, combined with the morning light, create the perfect setting for photography and observation. Your expert nature tour guide will teach you how to track wildlife by taking advantage of the forest's morning chorus, dramatically increasing the chances of spotting iconic species that tend to hide later in the day, such as the Resplendent Quetzal, the Bellbird (depending on the season), the Emerald Toucan, and the Momot. The experience is enhanced by the use of state-of-the-art optical gear. You'll have exclusive access to a professional high-definition telescope to observe intimate details of the plumage and natural behavior without disturbing the wildlife. In addition, your guide is proficient in the technique of 'digiscoping' and will assist you in connecting your cell phone to the telescope, allowing you to capture documentary-quality photos and videos to take home the best souvenir. Beyond the birds, the tranquility of the morning increases the chances of encounters with mammals such as two-toed sloths, coatis, and white-faced capuchin monkeys before they retire to rest. Enjoy an educational, leisurely tour without the usual crowds, where the priority is a real connection with nature.

Includes

Certified bilingual naturalist guide Use of a professional high-definition telescope Help taking photos and videos with your cell phone Guided hike along cloud forest trails

Excludes

Admission ticket to the Reserve (~$25) Transportation to and from the hotel Tips (optional) Food or drinks

Important Information

  • We advise you to arrive 15 minutes before the indicated time to purchase tickets without any problems

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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