The food was amazing and catered for everyone. Plenty to see and do! The whole team are very accommodating and looked after me well!
Monteverde: Kinkajou Forest Night Walking Tour

Short Description
Explore Monteverde’s rainforest after dark on a 2-hour guided Kinkajou Night Walk. Spot sloths, armadillos, and other nocturnal wildlife in the Santa Elena Reserve. Hotel pickup included.
Description
? Overview
Step into the magical Monteverde forest after dark on the Kinkajou Night Walk — an unforgettable guided night adventure through a private nature reserve in the Santa Elena area. As daylight fades, the rainforest awakens with the sounds and sights of nocturnal creatures. This tour is the perfect way to experience Costa Rica’s wildlife from a completely new perspective.
✨ Highlights
? Discover Monteverde’s rainforest after sunset
? Spot sloths, armadillos, porcupines, sleeping birds & tree frogs
? Enjoy a guided night walk through a private reserve
? Includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Santa Elena area
? Learn about nocturnal species from an expert naturalist guide
? Full Description
Experience the forest like never before! Your adventure begins with pickup from your hotel in Santa Elena and a short ride to the Kinkajou Reserve. Equipped with flashlights, follow your local naturalist guide into the forest trails as darkness sets in.
During this 2-hour walk, you’ll explore both endemic and fruit-tree areas, designed to attract a variety of nocturnal animals. Listen to the forest’s chorus of insects and frogs, and watch as your guide helps you spot creatures that only come out at night — sloths hanging high in the trees, armadillos rustling through leaves, or sleeping toucans nestled on branches.
This peaceful and educational night tour reveals the mysterious and fascinating side of Monteverde’s rich ecosystem.
? What’s Included
✅ Hotel pickup & drop-off (selected Santa Elena accommodations)
✅ Entrance to Kinkajou Night Walk Reserve
✅ Professional bilingual naturalist guide
✅ Flashlight or night-vision equipment
? What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes
Light jacket or raincoat (Monteverde evenings can be cool)
Insect repellent
Flashlight or headlamp
Camera for night photography
Long pants & sleeves for protection
? Why Travelers Love It
Visitors adore this tour for its unique night-time atmosphere and the chance to see wildlife that daytime tours miss. The expert guides make the walk fun, informative, and safe. Many guests mention how thrilling it is to spot animals like sloths or tarantulas in their natural environment — a highlight of any trip to Monteverde!
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
From start to finish the tour company were great. Looking for something with a good reputation and they matched my criteria.
Wonderful fun, an excellent day. The food on the tour was fantastic and an extra special touch.
I cannot recommend this tour enough. The team are really friendly. We felt well informed and looked after. I will book again!
What a fantastic tour! The itinerary was well-planned, and the sights were breathtaking. Definitely worth the investment.
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