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Manuel Antonio: Birdwatching exclusive tour

Short Description
Join this 5-hour exclusive birdwatching tour in the pristine mountains around Manuel Antonio. Spot toucans, hummingbirds, tanagers, and rare forest species with a local expert guide, enjoy a traditional Costa Rican breakfast, and receive photos & a bird list at the end.
Description
? Overview
Enjoy an exclusive birdwatching experience in the peaceful mountains above Manuel Antonio and Quepos. This tour takes you away from busy tourist areas and into pristine forest habitats where you can spot a wide variety of Costa Rican bird species. Led by a passionate bird expert, this half-day adventure is ideal for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone wanting an authentic wildlife encounter.
✨ Highlights
⭐ Excellent birdwatching spot away from the crowds
? Professional Swarovski telescope for close-up bird views
?️ Traditional Costa Rican breakfast beside open bird feeders
? Visit a private rainforest reserve rich in bird species
? Receive photos, videos, and a complete bird list at the end
? Includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Manuel Antonio / Quepos
? Full Description
Your adventure begins with a comfortable hotel pickup in the Manuel Antonio or Quepos area. After a scenic 35-minute drive up the mountains, you start birding along quiet dirt roads surrounded by lush forest. Here you may spot species like toucans, aracaris, tanagers, hummingbirds, flycatchers, and colorful woodpeckers.
The tour continues into a private rainforest reserve, considered a paradise for serious birdwatchers. This area provides chances to observe rarer species such as the white-crested coquette, king vulture, band-tailed barb-throat, eye-ring flatbill, and many other forest birds.
Around 8:00 AM, enjoy a delicious traditional Costa Rican breakfast. As you eat, plenty of birds gather near the feeders, offering perfect opportunities for close-up photography.
The guide uses a high-end Swarovski telescope to help you capture stunning photos and videos. At the end of the tour, you receive a personalized bird list along with the images and videos taken through the scope.
You return to your hotel between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM with unforgettable memories and amazing wildlife sightings.
✅ What’s Included
Expert birdwatching guide
Round-trip transportation
Swarovski professional telescope
Traditional Costa Rican breakfast
Entrance fee to private birding reserve
Photos and videos taken during the tour
Complete bird species list from your experience
? What to Bring
Comfortable closed-toe or hiking shoes
Lightweight, breathable clothing
Camera or smartphone
Binoculars (optional but recommended)
Water
Cash for optional purchases
❤️ Why Travelers Love It
Guides are highly praised for their deep bird knowledge and ability to spot even the most hidden species
The tour avoids crowded areas, giving guests a peaceful, genuine nature experience
The private reserve provides excellent chances to see rare and deep-forest birds
The breakfast beside bird feeders is a favorite moment for photographers
Guests appreciate receiving photos, videos, and a complete bird list as a memorable souvenir
Many travelers report seeing 40+ species during the tour
Important Note
After completing your reservation, our team will contact you one day before your tour to confirm your exact hotel / Airbnb pickup time or meeting point.
If you selected a meeting point during your booking, please note that your reservation is fully confirmed — simply arrive at the chosen location at the scheduled time.
Please ensure the WhatsApp number, phone number, or email you entered during booking is correct so we can reach you smoothly.
For any changes to your reservation, weather questions, or special requests, feel free to contact us:
- 📞 Barbara (WhatsApp): +1 829-318-9463
- 📞 Dary (WhatsApp): +1 829-754-6322
- 📧 Email: [email protected]
We look forward to welcoming you! 🌴✨
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Reviews
This was a great experience. Exceeded expectations.
Excellent tour! The local insights provided by the guide made the whole experience truly special. I’d recommend it to anyone!
A memory that will last a lifetime, thanks to our awesome guide. Can't wait to tell all our friends about it, it's well worth it.
Fantastic value for money, highly recommended. A seamless and well-organized experience. We will recommend it to everyone we know.
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