Monteverde Birdwatching: Discover 430+ Species

Embark on a birdwatching tour in Monteverde, Costa Rica’s biodiversity hotspot, and discover over 430 species of birds. Experience the majestic Quetzal and the impressive bell bird, along with a variety of toucans, harriers, and more. Immerse yourself in Costa Rican culture and cuisine on this accessible tour for all ages.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve - Embark on a unique half-day birdwatching adventure, crafted to maximize the number of species observed during a 4-hour morning walk through Monteverde’s vibrant cloud forest.
    Once the decision is made, George will promptly initiate the birding session near Stella’s Bakery, as most parks open at 7:00…
What's Included
  • Observation of flora and fauna with minimal impact on the environment
  • Expert birding and nature guide
  • Monteverde bird checklist for personal record-keeping
  • Telescope
  • Small traditional Costa Rican snack (made by our mom)
  • Complimentary coffee or tea after the tour
  • Travel or accident insurance
What's Not Included
  • Repellent
  • Sun block
  • Private transportation
  • Tickets
Additional Information

Monteverde is a privileged place for bird watching. Its excellent geographical location, being very close to the Continental Divide, allows it to have a very wide diversity with more than 430 species of day and night birds to add to its list. is undoubtedly one of the best places on the planet to see the majestic Quetzal Glowing Central American, and to…

Location
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Beatagm4059th
Mar 26, 2025
Incredible Tour with Jorge & Jorge Jr.! - We had the absolute pleasure of touring with Jorge and Jorge Jr., and it was truly an unforgettable experience. They are both incredible people, and their deep love for nature shines through in everything they do. Jorge Jr. is an amazing young guide—kind, passionate, and incredibly knowledgeable. He has a keen eye for spotting wildlife and shares his insights with enthusiasm and care. It’s rare to meet someone so young who is so dedicated to nature, and it made the experience all the more special. Overall, this was a fantastic tour with people who genuinely love and respect the environment. If you’re looking for an experience that’s both educational and inspiring, look no further. Highly recommend!
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S524itandrewp
Feb 21, 2025
Best Nature Guide in Monteverde – We Saw Everything! - We had an incredible experience with George as our nature guide in Monteverde! His knowledge of the local wildlife was outstanding, and he had an amazing ability to spot animals we never would have seen on our own. Thanks to him, we saw everything on our wish list—including a stunning quetzal, a sloth, colorful frogs, and even some elusive snakes. His passion for nature and conservation really shone through, making the tour both educational and unforgettable. If you're looking for the best guide in Monteverde, look no further than George! Highly recommend!
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Andres86crc
Feb 20, 2025
Exceptional visit! Don't think about it anymore. - I had the opportunity to do two amazing tours with George of the Cloud Forest, and it was an unforgettable experience. The first was in the Curi-Cancha Reserve, a magical place where biodiversity manifests itself in every corner. With expert guidance from George, we managed to see a sloth resting between the branches, a majestically perched toucan, a mica snake and, most excitingly, the quetzal in all its glory. His deep knowledge and passion for nature made every sighting even more special. At night, I did the Night Tour at El Refugio, and the jungle came alive in a completely different way. Among the many species we saw, a howler monkey sleeping in a tree stood out, plus toucans, snakes and a variety of nocturnal creatures that normally go unnoticed. George made each encounter fascinating with his detailed explanations and enthusiasm for sharing the magic of the forest. If you are looking for an authentic experience with a passionate, patient and expert guide, George of the Cloud Forest is the best option. Highly recommended! Let me know if you want to adjust anything else.
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Nadia44444
Dec 13, 2024
Excelente! - Great to see so many birds up close and visit exceptional places that I wouldn’t have known to visit. Thank you you made it easy and enjoyable!
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Y7723fhbrianc
Nov 11, 2024
An exceptional birding guide - We had an amazing morning of birding with George. It was raining off and on, but George took us to several locations where we saw 50 species, including the Resplendent Quetzal and the Emerald Honeycreeper. His knowledge of Costa Rican birds and where to find them is exceptional. He is also a very personable companion, and is as excited to find uncommon birds as we are. Thank you George!
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Patrik_k
Mar 11, 2024
George is a phenomenal... - George is a phenomenal guide and incredibly knowledgeable. Amazing way to experience Monteverde's wildlife and reserves.
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747meganq
Mar 4, 2024
So Many Birds! - George was really great. He is knowledgeable and enthusiastic. He really wanted us to have a great experience and see a lot of birds. This was a great and worthwhile experience.
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Darlene_o
Feb 26, 2024
Great time birdwatching with George - We had a wonderful morning birdwatching with George. Even though we had rainy windy day, he found us many birds ( about 20 ) . We learned so much about the birds about many plants and trees and are now able to identify the Montezuma Oropendola by it's call. George is fun , passionate about nature and professional.
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Cloh210
Feb 18, 2024
great!!! we sincerely recommend it - We are very satisfied with the "bird tour" accompanied and commented by Georges, friendly and passionate about ornithology and the astonishing plants of his country. We were 4 French in a group of 8 and he took the time to explain to us in accessible English the names of the birds and their specificities. Pleasant and smiling, he managed to find a Toucan and a Quetzal in addition to dozens of other colorful birds! We leave with magnificent memories and photos and thank him again
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Seaside65507468912
Dec 27, 2023
Amazing tour with George! Saw Toucan, Quetzal and so much more! - Amazing tour! We saw so many birds with George: Toucan, Quetzal (two of them in one day), lots is hummingbirds, etc. He is very knowledgeable about birds and nature in general so any questions he will be ready to answer. Very well spoken English as well and everything is really well communicated and explained. If you have a car, he can also take you to other spots in monteverde for bird sightseeing. Highly recommend you book the tour with George, it’s really worth it!
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up to 10 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).