Nature Photography Tour Costa Rica

Introduction

Is to offer a low pace and exclusive itinerary with great photography opportunities of colorful birds, frogs, mammals, landscapes and much more,…for the beginner and more advanced photographer. We will offer you access to some of the best feeders, hides and private boattours of Costa Rica in order to get the maximum out of your itinerary. 

Target Species

  • Keel-billed Toucan
  • King Vulture
  • Several species of Kingfishers
  • Resplendent Quetzal
  • Red-eyed Leaf-frog and other colorful frogs

Itinerary Details

Day 1: San José

Welcome at airport and private transfer to Hotel Buena Vista. This is a nice hotel surrounded by coffee plantations on the flanks of the Poas Volcano with great views on the Central Valley.

Day 2,3+4: La Paz Waterfalls - Boca Tapada

Texto: en route to Boca Tapada you can enjoy the hummingbird activity at the feeders and the waterfall scenery at La Paz. In Laguna de Lagarto Lodge you will have access to exclusive bird feeders with toucans, parrots, tanagers, Oropendolas and the unique King Vulture Hide.

Day 5,6+7: Arenal Volcano

Texto: next days in Arenal Observatory Lodge with exciting trails and feeders and spectacular volcano views. You will have chances for photography of Great Currasow and Emerald Tanager and a guided visit to Danaus for Boat-billed Heron, possible Sloths and much more…

Day 8+9: Carara and Tarcoles area

Texto: Cerro Lodge offers good photography of Scarlet Macaw. 2 private boattours on Tarcoles River is highly productive and fantastic photography of aquatic birds. We will also hook you up with a local photographer in Orotina to look for day owls and tropical dry forest species.

Day 10,11 and 12: Talamanca highlands

At Hotel Gemas del Bosque your host is a local bird photographer who will assist you in a photography tour focusing on Resplendent Quetzal and other highland birds. Bird feeders at the lodge offer great photography and a private multi-flash hummingbird shoot will be offered.

Day 13+14: San José - airport

Hotel Bougainvillea is your final hotel: it offers a comfortable stay and access to a large botanical garden full of colorful flowers, butterflies and birds. A great place to spot the beautiful Lesson’s Motmot. On day 14 you will be transferred to the airport.

Price Per Person

 With 2 persons participating,  staying in double rooms.

Dates Price
September 1st – October 31st 2024
$ 3200 USD
November 1st 2024- April 30th 2025
$ 3640 USD
May 1st – June 30th 2025
$ 3335 USD
July 1st – August 31st 2025
$ 3565 USD
September 1st – October 31st 2025
$ 3335 USD

If you prefer not to drive a rental car, please ask a quote for transportation by private transfers at info@aratinga-tours.com

Whats Included?

  • All accommodations in double rooms with private bathrooms
  • 3 meals a day: from breakfast day 2 untill breakfast day 14
  • Activities / tours as described above, including all entrance fees
  • Rental car from day 2 until (and including) day 13: Geely GX3 (automatic transmission) 4×2 + full cover insurance + mobile router that generates Wi-Fi signal
  • Entrance fees
  • Detailed  information package: practical information + background information.
  • Acces to English-speaking help-desk of Aratinga Tours during your Costa Rica tour. 7 days a week, during office hours.

Extra costs

  • International flight
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tips to local guides
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