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Birdwatching

Birdwatching

Sarapiquí is a recognized destination for bird watching lovers. Our forests are home of more than 500 different species, including hummingbirds, limpets, toucans, orioles, woodpeckers, quetzals among many others. There are a lot of points where you can admire these wonderful birds. In addition, there are facilities for experienced people and also for beginners.

How to observe the birds?

Bird watching tours: An ideal way to admire the beauty and colors of bird species that inhabit Sarapiquí is through a guided tour. Most private reserves offer this service, with guides that know very well the typical behaviors of birds and they are able to detect their presence even in difficult conditions.

These tours also allow you to know interesting information about each of the species and their role in the ecosystems.

You can ask for information about bird watching tours at your hotel in Sarapiquí or you can hire it directly in these companies.

Adventure of your own: In Sarapiquí there are many trails in protected areas with dense forest ideal for bird watching. If you are an expert and you can detect the different species on your own, encourage yourself to visit one of these sites to enjoy the beauty of the birds and their wonderful song.

These are some places where we recommend bird watching in Sarapiquí: