Tours/San Jose/Braulio Carrillo Bird Watching Full Day Pass
Braulio Carrillo Bird Watching Full Day Pass
4.8(12)San Jose9 hours
VIATOR4.8(12)
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At a glance
Duration
9 hours
Price from
$138 / person
Location
San Jose, Costa Rica
Rating
4.8 / 5 · 12 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 15
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Elite Shore Excursions
Meeting point
If you selected the option Tour Only (No transfers ), the starting point will be at the Park.
Description
A must-see for bird-watchers: Catch aviary action on this day trip to a private nature sanctuary just outside of San Jose. With 365 different species of birds identified here, you’ll see plenty with and without your binoculars. Follow a naturalist guide into open areas and the rainforest, and fly high over the canopy on an aerial tram, to optimize your aviary sightings. Macaws, hummingbirds and motmots are just a few of the birds you can check off your list.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
8:00 AM
Next available
Sun, Oct 11
Adult (ages 13+)
$138
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Tour with Transfer: 2 Pax min.
Tour with Transfer from SJ: We need at least 2 pax to operate this tour so, the reservation might be subject to cancellations or reschedules.
Pickup included
What's included
Included
Expert certified naturalist bilingual guide
Bird Watching Tour
Aerial tram tour
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
Breakfast (if option selected)
Not included
Gratuities
Binoculars and/or spotting scope
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
12 reviews
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How it compares in San Jose
Starting price $138 is 29% below the typical $195 for tours of similar length in San Jose
Excurgo comparison of 738 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 12 years
It is recommended that you wear comfortable clothes and hiking shoes
A good level of fitness is required
A minimum of 2 passengers per booking is required. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Braulio Carrillo Bird Watching Full Day Pass take?
Braulio Carrillo Bird Watching Full Day Pass lasts about 9 hours.
How much does Braulio Carrillo Bird Watching Full Day Pass cost?
Prices start at $138 per person for this San Jose experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Braulio Carrillo Bird Watching Full Day Pass run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.
Can I cancel Braulio Carrillo Bird Watching Full Day Pass for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Hotel En Remodelacion.
What languages is Braulio Carrillo Bird Watching Full Day Pass offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Braulio Carrillo Bird Watching Full Day Pass worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Elite Shore Excursions.
Reviews(12)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Angela_A
March 3, 2026 · via Viator
Do the full day tour so you get the tram included!
Our guide Daniel was fantastic! very knowledgeable and has an incredible ear! I HIGHLY recommend the full day tour so you can ride the tram and identify birds that only stsy in the mid to highland forest areas. Not to mention the views are outstanding from the tram.
This tour also highlights orchids and Coati are lumbering about on the property too!
*Nice bonus.... there is a restaurant and gift shop with bathrooms and great staff. We were hungry and thirsty and enjoyed the fresh fruit with granola, fresh juices, coffee and eggs!
Operator response
We’re delighted to hear you had such a great experience on the Bird Watching Full Day Tour. Daniel will be very happy to know his knowledge and passion for birds made your tour even more special. He truly has an incredible ear for spotting them!
We’re also glad you enjoyed the aerial tram ride and the beautiful views of the rainforest canopy. Seeing orchids, coatis, and so many bird species makes the experience even more memorable.
And of course, we’re happy you were able to relax and enjoy the café after your adventure — fresh fruit, coffee, and a good meal are the perfect way to end a day in the rainforest.
Thank you for visiting Rainforest Adventures Braulio Carrillo. We hope to welcome you back for another nature-filled experience soon! 🌿🐦
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Eric_B
May 10, 2025 · via Viator
A Day We'll Spent
Very good day of seeking out birds with our excellent guide Marvin. We started by walking in from the road with Marvin rather than the option of our driver taking us in. Resulted in our seeing King Vultures up close and other new birds. Gondola ride up and down was a great way to see the canopy, toucan, etc. We walked the trails of the primary forest at the top of the gondolas and saw 4 of the areas top 10 great birds plus many others.
Delivery to and from the park from San Jose was about an hour each way and was seamless...
Very good use of a day in Costa Rica!
Operator response
Thank you for sharing this wonderful review! We're so glad to hear you had such a rewarding birdwatching experience with Marvin — he truly has a gift for spotting and sharing the wonders of the rainforest. It sounds like your day was filled with amazing sightings and seamless logistics, just how we hope every visit will be. We appreciate you choosing to spend your day with us in Braulio Carrillo and hope to welcome you back for more nature adventures in Costa Rica!
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Brooke_R
October 6, 2024 · via Viator
Fantastic Tour!
Jaime was a fantastic guide! He was super knowledgeable about the area and wildlife. The birds were absolutely amazing!
Operator response
Thank you so much, Brooke_R, for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a fantastic time on the Braulio Carrillo Bird Watching Tour. Jaime will be thrilled to know that his knowledge and passion for the area and wildlife made your experience memorable. The birds in this region are indeed spectacular, and we’re glad you got to enjoy them with us. We hope to welcome you back for more bird-watching adventures in the future!
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Innis_M
November 18, 2023 · via Viator
Guide was amazing, very...
Guide was amazing, very knowledgeable with birds!!! Could make bird sounds and we ended the day with 73 species!!
Operator response
We're delighted to hear you had an amazing bird-watching tour! Thank you, Innis_M, for appreciating our guide's knowledge and the variety of bird species. We hope to host you again for more bird-watching adventures!
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Glenn_S
May 27, 2023 · via Viator
Great birding in Braulio Carrillo
We had an incredible day birding at Rainforest Adventures. It was like we had the whole park to ourselves. Marvin was a fantastic guide and knew exactly where to find the birds. I viewed 28 new species. We also saw peccary, tapir and a viper snake. The sloth habitat was a great bonus.
Operator response
Dear Glenn_S,
Thank you for sharing your incredible birding experience at Rainforest Adventures. We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic day and felt like you had the whole park to yourselves. We're glad that Marvin, our knowledgeable guide, was able to locate the birds and provide you with an opportunity to view 28 new species. The sightings of peccary, tapir, and viper snake must have been truly memorable. We're also delighted that you enjoyed the sloth habitat. Thank you for choosing our bird-watching tour, and we hope to see you again soon!
Best regards,
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Bob_K
March 22, 2023 · via Viator
Highly Recommend!
My day of birding with Marvin was incredible. His knowledge of the whole ecosystem was impressive. It was a day of enjoyment and education. Marvin’s love for and knowledge of the rainforest was infectious. I saw and photographed so many species of birds. I’d do this again in a minute.
Operator response
Bob_K,
Thank you for highly recommending the bird-watching tour with Marvin. It's wonderful to hear that his knowledge and love for the rainforest made your day enjoyable and educational. It's also great that you were able to see and photograph many species of birds. We hope you'll have the chance to join Marvin on another tour in the future.
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Steve_C
February 8, 2023 · via Viator
A day in the cloud forest
Sir James was a wonderful guide who showed us many birds as well as other animals and plants. His love and respect for nature and the environment were inspiring.
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Stacie_L
January 27, 2023 · via Viator
Great nature tour
Our guide Fernando was awesome. Very knowledgeable and friendly. We got to see not only birds but also animals, insects and plants. He also taught us some interesting facts about Costa Rica.
The quality of the breakfast and lunch was
very good.
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cyra_s
May 29, 2022 · via Viator
A MUST GO TO
10/10 I absolutely reccomend for any bird/insect/animal lovers !!! Our guide was so knowledgeable and extremely talented at spotting animals in even the smallest ways !! I loved it and would absolutely come back just to do it again !
Operator response
Hello cyra_s!
Thank you so much for taking time to recommend us, it means a lot. We are glad to know you enjoyed the many amazing things in our Eco Adventure park.
Regards,
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Donald_V
March 15, 2020 · via Viator
Enjoyable Day
We highly recommend this tour. Denis, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable and made the day the most enjoyable. We were amazed at all the flora and fauna in the rainforest and especially the birds.
