Slothies and Birds Sightseeing
Description
Guaranteed observation of sloths, one of the most emblematic animals of Costa Rica. Besides the big diversity of conspicuous bird species, you can also watch insects, mammals, and small reptiles.
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The sloth is one of the most emblematic animals of Costa Rican fauna. These small and friendly creatures are sweet and beautiful, and always appear happy, with an eternal smile painted on their faces. We would love for you to join us for a short hike through the secondary rainforest to try to locate them. This trail is only 2 km. (1.25 miles) and is designed with the entire family in mind. It is very common to spot these small mammals hiding among the vegetation. But our expert guides know all their secrets and tricks! We will also learn interesting facts about some of the fabulous plants we spot along the way. Due to its location and type of flora, this trail is also heavily populated with birds. To complement a morning or afternoon full of wildlife, we will be able to appreciate many species of birds in the area. Recommended only for sloth and bird lovers! Bring your camera charged and ready to go.
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Please note that our reservations team Will contact you in advance to confirm your exact pickup time at your lodging. EXTRA Cost: Arenal Lodge Arenal Observatory Chachagua Rainforest Hideaway Rio Celeste Linda Vista Del Norte Lost Iguana Resort and Spa Rancho Margot El Tucano The Springs Resort and Spa Volcano Gold
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Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A maximum of 2 people per booking
Reviews(46)
We had an incredible experience with Jacamar Naturalist Tours! Our guide, Jhersson, went above and beyond to make the tour both educational and exciting. His knowledge of Costa Rica’s wildlife was impressive, and he had an amazing eye for spotting animals we never would have seen on our own, including sloths, colorful birds, frogs, and other wildlife. The suspension bridges offered beautiful views of the rainforest, and Jhersson made the entire experience engaging by sharing fascinating facts about the plants, animals, and ecosystem. You can tell he is passionate about what he does, and it made the tour unforgettable. If you’re visiting Costa Rica and want to experience its incredible wildlife with a knowledgeable guide, I highly recommend Jacamar Naturalist Tours. This was one of the highlights of our trip!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such an incredible experience exploring the rainforest and hanging bridges with Jhersson. His passion for Costa Rica’s wildlife and ecosystems is something he truly enjoys sharing, and we're glad that came through during your tour. It's great to know you were able to see so many amazing animals, including sloths, colorful birds, and frogs. The rainforest really does reward careful observation, and having a knowledgeable guide makes all the difference. We also appreciate your kind words about the suspension bridges and the way the experience was presented in an engaging and educational way. Creating meaningful connections with nature is exactly what we aim for. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Jacamar Naturalist Tours. We hope to welcome you back to Costa Rica for another unforgettable adventure. Pura Vida!
We had a nice hike through the rainforest. Our tour guide “Jay” was excellent and very knowledgeable. He pointed out sloths, birds and frogs. It had rained all morning so the sloths were curled up in the trees. It was a nice relaxing tour. Make sure to spray for bugs ahead of time.
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re very happy to hear you enjoyed your rainforest walk and had a relaxing experience with us. Even on rainy mornings, the forest has its own special charm and as you noticed, sometimes the sloths prefer to stay cozy and curled up in the trees We’re especially glad to hear that Jay made your tour memorable. Our guides are passionate about nature, and it’s wonderful to know his knowledge helped you spot sloths, birds, and frogs along the way. And yes great tip about the bug spray! The rainforest is full of life, and being prepared helps make the experience even more comfortable. Thank you again for joining us. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
Our guide was Hugo, biologist and very knowledgeable. We saw lazy snake birds on a tour that our young daughters could participate in. We loved 10/10
David was so informative and knowledgeable! We did see the sloths right away and we saw 2 more. Both 2 toed and 3 toed. Birds, frogs, etc. My husband and I were very satisfied- the only problem was that the time of the meeting was completely wrong. Thankfully we were only ones on the group tour so it was not an issue. My meeting time was an hour later than his. But aside from that - all went well.
Jose is a very talented and knowledgeable guide. He made this tour everything we wanted. This slower paced walk through the rainforest was wonderful for my husband who has a mobility issue.
We had a wonderful experience on this excursion. The owner of the trail was onsite and took the time to mark so many sloths and other animals he had spotted on the trail that day. We saw at least 8 sloths as well as several different types of birds and other animals. We really felt that the owner and our guide (Bernardo) went out of their way to make sure we didn’t miss a single thing. The trail was well maintained and super peaceful. It wasn’t crowded and wasn’t too touristy. I highly recommend this tour and this particular trail. We had a fantastic experience.
It was amazing! We saw sloths birds frogs and bats! It was a private tour and well worth it! Guide was friendly and knowledgeable!
This is a great way to see sloths, learn about their environment and be educated in other animals found in the rainforest while walking on a level trail. Melanie was a great guide, informative and patient.
Dear Pam, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and had a great experience exploring the rainforest, spotting sloths, and learning about the other incredible animals in their natural habitat. Providing an educational and enjoyable experience for our guests is always our top priority. We’re especially pleased to know that Melanie made your tour memorable with her knowledge and patience—she’s truly passionate about sharing the beauty of the rainforest with visitors, and we’ll be sure to share your kind words with her. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
This was an incredible tour.Jason was very knowledgeable about the area and spotted many sloths for us. He was extremely patient and kept finding better spots with his telescope for us to get clearer views of the sloths, and he took camera-quality photos with a phone through the telescope for us (see our attached photos). Would highly recommend. The driver Edson was also very friendly and safe.
After a late night flight to San Jose and early morning drive to La Fortuna, the Sloths and Birds Sightseeing Tour was the perfect way to start our Costa Rica vacation! The tour was fantastic yet relaxing, and we saw 5 sloths and lots of birds, including Toucans (and bats!) Our guide, Caesar, was friendly, knowledgeable and expert at spotting and identifying birds. He took no more than 2-3 seconds to set up his telescopic lens and helped to line-up our phones to the lens so that we could take expert pics ourselves. The tour ended at a farm with delicious fresh fruits and home-made, traditional snacks. We highly recommend!! Family of 5 (kids ages 23, 21 and 19) from Long Island, New York
