Tour information
| Inclusion | Details |
|---|---|
| Transportation | Included |
| Birding guide | Experienced guide for spotting and identification |
| Spotting equipment | Provided for observing birds |
| Breakfast | Included |
| Guest | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Per person | $110 |
| Item | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Footwear | Comfortable closed shoes |
| Clothing | Light, breathable clothing |
| Rain protection | A light raincoat or umbrella, especially during the rainy season |
| Insect repellent | For outdoor comfort |
| Camera or phone | A zoom lens is useful for bird photography |
| Binoculars | Bring your own if you have them |
| Sun protection | A hat and sunscreen |
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Departure | Morning outing; exact start time confirmed with your reservation |
| Pickup | Confirmed based on your hotel location |
| Location | Countryside birding sites within approximately 30 minutes of Manuel Antonio |
Birdwatching Tour
Follow the birds. Discover a quieter side of Costa Rica.
Head into the countryside near Manuel Antonio with an experienced birding guide. Listen for calls, scan the treetops and enjoy close-up views with spotting equipment as your guide helps identify the birds you encounter.
Whether you are building your bird list or enjoying your first birding outing, discover the colours, behaviours and habitats of the Central Pacific’s birdlife. Transportation and breakfast are included.
Note: We visit countryside birding locations within approximately 30 minutes of Manuel Antonio. The route and sightings vary with conditions; particular species are not guaranteed.
Keep exploring: bird lists & apps
Prepare for your outing, discover birding spots around Quepos and Manuel Antonio, and keep a record of the birds you see.
| Resource | Explore & download |
|---|---|
| Costa Rica’s official bird checklist | Maintained by the Asociación Ornitológica de Costa Rica (AOCR). View the official checklist |
| eBird — Cornell Lab of Ornithology | Record sightings, build your bird lists and explore birding hotspots. In the app’s Explore tab, set the map to Costa Rica, Quepos or Manuel Antonio to discover nearby locations and recent reports. Download for Android · Download for iPhone How to explore nearby hotspots |
| Merlin Bird ID — Cornell Lab of Ornithology | Get help identifying birds and explore photos, calls and species information. Download the Costa Rica bird pack before your tour. Download Merlin for Android or iPhone |
Download your apps and regional bird packs while you have Wi-Fi. Ask your guide to help confirm identifications, and observe birds quietly without playing calls.
