BirdwatchingTour between clouds and forest Monteverde
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
Costa Rica is a paradise on earth for photographers and nature lovers, and of course, no one better for birdwatchers and ornithologists.
One of the most biodiverse countries on earth, the highest bird species count of any country in the world; a great combination of stunning birds, beautiful landscapes and habitats, warm people, and in general nice weather, birdwatching in Costa Rica is like being in many countries at once.
A paradise for birders.
Curi-Cancha is a birdwatcher’s paradise; this private reserve is excellent the for observing toucans , Quetzals, hummingbirds, woodcreepers , warblers , wrens , flycatchers ,finches, parrots, sparrows and many others are frequently seen. Indeed, over 200 species of birds have been observed making their home in Curi-Cancha.
The named it Curi-Cancha, the name derived from “Golden Enclosure” in Inca.
Curi-Cancha is a birdwatcher’s paradise; this private reserve is stunning come on I'll wait for you.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
One of the most biodiverse countries on earth, the highest bird species count of any country in the world; a great combination of stunning birds, beautiful landscapes and habitats, warm people, and in general nice weather, birdwatching in Costa Rica is like being in many countries at once. A paradise for birders. Latin America comprises the lowland and highland forests with the highest bird-diversity on the planet, many of them with restricted distribution ranges and a remarkable number of endemisms in most of their isolated ecosystems, in consequence, Costa Rica is a paradise on earth for photographers and nature lovers, and of course, no one better for birdwatchers and ornithologists. If you like bird watching or want to learn about the birds of Monteverde, this is the ideal tour. In the Monteverde area, we have about 50% of the birdlife of Costa Rica, with a large endemism of birds that can be found in highlands like Monteverde. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to let me know.” and “I look forward to hearing from you.” I will gladly help you, have a wonderful Day ; see you soon Pura vida . Best regards, Felix Barrantes
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BirdwatchingTour between clouds and forest Monteverde
What‘s Included
Mixed seeds (peanuts or walnuts), energy bars
Pictures of the things you see on the tour
Small group
Swarovski spotting scope ATX 85 mm
Private guide fee
Transportation not included - please use your own vehicle or let us know if you want a quote
All Fees and Taxes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
My first ever birdwatching tour!
LeGrandBleu C,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I'm not a birder and this is the first birdwatching tour I've ever joined, simply because it seems to be a must-do activity. Felix is very experienced. For pretty much all tours we joined in Costa Rica, the tourguide carries a giant telescope, but Felix is the quickest in setting up the telescope at the right position, and helping us to take great photos and videos from our mobiles. He and another two gentlemen from Louisiana also shared with us two apps commonly used among birders. We ended up the tour with over 5 hours and seeing 40+ birds. I'm so inspired that I'm sure this won't be my last birdwatching tour.
Highly Recommend This Birdwatching Tour!
Siyao L,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I’m a birdwatcher and have always wanted to see the beautiful Resplendent Quetzal here. I booked this tour, and surprisingly, I ended up being the only person—so it became a private tour! Although there was a bit of confusion when we first met, Felix is an extremely professional, attentive, enthusiastic, and friendly guide. He took me to see a pair of Resplendent Quetzals, Three-wattled Bellbird, toucans, and more than 50 other bird species (including those heard). We also saw peccary, and Side-striped palm-pit. He knows the area incredibly well and can identify many birds just by their calls. Thanks to that, we spotted a Resplendent Quetzal that hadn’t been seen by anyone for days—and it even took a bath! It was a perfect experience. If you’re coming birdwatching here, I highly recommend him! Tips: I suggest downloading the Viator app, otherwise you might miss notifications. It would also be helpful if the tour could contact guests by email to ensure important information is properly communicated.
The best guide for bird watching!!!
Daniel B,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best guide we've had so far. Felix is a professional and has a lot of fun explaining and showing you the fauna and especially the birds. I couldn't count how many birds he showed us. If a bird tour, it's definitely with Felix. Gracias por una mañana tan excelente y muy interesante.
Birders Delight
Rob L,Apr 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Felix was very knowledgable and kept our 2 teens interested which is a true feat. We saw over40 species of birds including the elusive Respendant Questzal. Highly recommend this tour for any birder novice or more advanced.
Great Birdwatching experience with Felix👍
Rainer R,Feb 9, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spend 4 fantastic hours with Felix watching birds in the Monteverde Forest. Felix knows everything about the birds in Monteverde. And everything means everything: songs, calls,…. Absolutely perfect if you want to learn as much as possible about the birds in Monteverde. And on top of that he is a very nice character. It’s fun to spend some time with him👍
Highly knowledgeable guide
davidcD3064DX,Jan 8, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a night tour and a half day trip with Felix, and he was by far the best guide that we had during our stay in Costa Rica. I wish I had him with us for all of our tours. He has an encyclopedic knowledge of the birds, mammals, reptiles and insects of the area. He was diligent at tracking down animals that he heard. He was great helping us get good photos through his scope too. Highly recommended.
Great Half Day Private Birding Tour at Curi Cancha
SaratogaSunrise,Jan 5, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved our half day birding tour with Felix at Curi Cancha reserve on December 16 2022. Felix is an enthusiastic and talented guide who is also very personable and patient. He responds very fast to communication for any tour questions and quotes, and sincerely tries to give you the best experience possible. On our tour we saw an armadillo, pit viper snake, many species of beautiful hummingbirds, and an emerald toucanet among the highlights. We cannot imagine anyone regretting booking with Felix and we whole heartedly recommend his services.
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