Wonderful fun, an excellent day. The food on the tour was fantastic and an extra special touch.
Puerto Viejo: Wildlife Night Tour in the Jungle

Short Description
Join a 2-hour wildlife night tour in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica. Explore the jungle after dark with a certified naturalist guide, spot reptiles, amphibians & insects, and enjoy an intimate small-group adventure.
Description
? Overview
Experience the magic of the Costa Rican jungle at night during this guided wildlife night walk in the Gandoca–Manzanillo area. With a certified naturalist guide leading the way, you’ll explore the rainforest when it is most active, discovering creatures and sounds that only appear after dark. This intimate adventure is designed to offer an authentic, educational, and immersive encounter with the wild side of Puerto Viejo.
✨ Highlights
? Explore the jungle after dark when nocturnal wildlife is most active
? Spot reptiles, amphibians, insects, and other nighttime creatures
? Use a professional HD telescope and provided flashlights for better viewing
? Enjoy a small-group experience for a personalized and safe night walk
? Guided by a certified naturalist with deep knowledge of local ecosystems
? Rubber boots available upon request for muddy or wet terrain
? Full Description
Your adventure begins at the designated meeting point near the Manzanillo rainforest. As night falls, your naturalist guide leads you into the darkened jungle, where the sounds of frogs, insects, and rustling leaves create an entirely different atmosphere from the daytime forest.
During the walk, your guide helps you spot hidden nocturnal wildlife—such as frogs, snakes, lizards, and unique insects—using professional equipment that enhances visibility in low light. As you observe these creatures up close, you’ll learn about their behaviors, habitats, and ecological importance within Costa Rica’s biodiverse rainforest.
The walk is designed to be immersive but accessible, lasting about 2 hours. Flashlights and equipment are provided, and rubber boots can be arranged if needed. This tour focuses on responsible wildlife observation and helps travelers experience the forest in a respectful and educational way.
✅ What’s Included
Entrance fee to the reserve
Flashlights for night visibility
HD telescope for wildlife observation
Certified naturalist guide
Rubber boots (available upon request)
? What to Bring
Comfortable closed-toe shoes with good grip
Insect repellent
Water
Comfortable clothing suitable for night walks
Camera (optional for night photography)
Personal flashlight (optional, as one is provided)
Any required medication for insect allergies
❤️ Why Travelers Love It
? Authentic Nighttime Experience: Guests love how different and magical the rainforest feels at night, with unique sounds and wildlife activity you won’t see during the day.
? Expert Guidance: The naturalist guide is skilled at spotting camouflaged animals and explaining fascinating details about their behavior.
? Small Group Setting: Travelers appreciate the intimate group size, which makes the experience quieter, safer, and more personal.
? All Equipment Provided: Flashlights, telescope, and boots (optional) make the tour convenient even for travelers who come unprepared.
✔️ Great Value: A short, affordable, and educational adventure that fits easily into any Puerto Viejo itinerary.
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
There is no better place to enjoy great service that's so cheap. You will be back again so cheers to every one here for great tours.
The staff highly recommended this tour to us. So much value for everything we got to do. We will be booking again.
This trip was a great value. A perfect tour for groups of friends. Would use again if there's an opportunity.
I had an amazing time on this tour! The staff were all incredibly friendly and helpful. Worth every penny.
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