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Tours/La Fortuna/Early Bird Watching Tour

Early Bird Watching Tour

5.0(20)La Fortuna3–4 hours
VIATOR4.8(6)TRIPADVISOR5.0(14)
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Early Bird Watching Tour

At a glance

Duration
3–4 hours
Price from
$107 / person
Location
La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 20 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 10
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Callidryas Tours
Meeting point
Callidryas Tours. 4 km Oeste de la iglesia de, Provincia de Alajuela, La Fortuna, 21007

Description

Minimum of 3 hours tours Breakfast Included Transportation Included Naturalist Bilingual Guide Spotting Scope Drinks Great Scenery and Good knowlege

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
6:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Next available
Fri, Oct 23
Adult (ages 18–64)
$107
Child (ages 4–11)
$54
Infant (ages 0–3)
Free

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 22.

Tour Options

Early Bird Watching Tour

Pickup included

Itinerary

Callidryas Tours
Admission included180 min

this tour presents the obvious advantage of tropical biodiversity combined with excellent tour guides, delicious breakfast in front of bird feeders, stunning scenery and friendly staff. Our bird watching tour concentrates on the best birding areas, from the opening to deep in the forest.

What's included

Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast
Coffee and/or Tea
Telescope and binoculars
Not included
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Pickup Locations & Times

We offer pick up in Hotels in La Fortuna Town, San Carlos or you can drive directly to our office (Callidryas Tours)

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
20 reviews
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4
1
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How it compares in La Fortuna

  • Starting price $107 is 65% above the typical $65 for tours of similar length in La Fortuna

Excurgo comparison of 900 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

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 Early Bird Watching Tour take?

Early Bird Watching Tour lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.

How much does Early Bird Watching Tour cost?

Prices start at $107 per person for this La Fortuna 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 Early Bird Watching Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:00 AM and 2:00 PM.

How much does Early Bird Watching Tour cost for children?

Children aged 4–11 pay from $54, adults from $107. Infants go free.

Can I cancel Early Bird Watching Tour 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. We offer pick up in Hotels in La Fortuna Town, San Carlos or you can drive directly to our office (Callidryas Tours)

What languages is Early Bird Watching Tour 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 10 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Specialized infant seats are available Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults Children must be accompanied by an adult

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Reviews(20)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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264robe
July 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Expert bird guide

Incredibly knowledgeable and expert guide. Helped me find the Toucans I was desperate to see and about 20 other unique Central American bird varieties.

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Eric
May 25, 2026 · via Viator
Expert birding!

Saw so many exotic birds thanks to Dauren who has 32 years of experience birding. We saw two kinds of toucans and had a delicious breakfast at the oasis.

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vicky_t
April 10, 2026 · via Viator
Beautiful birds

We saw many cool birds and sloths.. the guide knew a LOT about birds. Greater curasow ,tiger heron ,whistling ducks,parakeets. Breakfast was good.

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Doug_C
March 5, 2026 · via Viator
100/10!! Bird watchers...

100/10!! Bird watchers that are unfamiliar with the area and local species this is a MUST. Pick up was very easy. Our guide Dauren was far and away one of the most talented bird guides of all time. It’s about 2 1/2 hours of straight birding and we got to see about 50 different species of birds. Not to mention a 3 toed sloth, howler monkeys, and poison dart frogs. Breakfast was great and there were options for everyone, including gluten free. Juice coffee fruit and a main. All the while you get to watch a plethora of birds feed on local fruit. A mot mot actually stood on our table to eat a piece of scrambled eggs. Very enjoyable highly recommend.

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Riley_K
November 15, 2025 · via Viator
Great tour with experienced guides

Great tour. I got to see some species i hadn't seen before which is always nice. Both the guide and driver were great. It's a shame more people don't book this tour. But it worked out for me as I had a private tour.

C
Christie_L
December 28, 2024 · via Viator
Beautiful!

Our guide was very knowledgeable and taught us a lot about birds and vegetation! He asked us if we wanted to find a specific type of bird and worked to do his best to ensure we would see one, which we did! Breakfast in front of the bird feeders was a perfect way to end the tour! Would definitely recommend !

Operator response

Pura vida!! We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you all back for another adventure soon!

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Escape29988689387
December 26, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Discovery

Thank you very much to our Mercedes guide for this magical experience! Beautiful discoveries of new species with joy and good humor.

Operator response

Merci beaucoup pour ce beau retour ! Nous espérons avoir le plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau pour d'autres aventures inoubliables !

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AbsfabE
November 7, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Five star pro birding tour with experts

As a seasoned and very enthusiastic bird photographer I was delighted to find this tour company. I had a fantastic early morning bird tour starting with a courtesy pick up in a spotless vehicle driven by Geraldo, accompanied by Jaime. Both spoke excellent English and were incredibly knowledgeable about birds. They really listened to what I was interested in and took me to places where we might find harder to spot species. It was a great success and we ended with a delicious, well earned breakfast. I highly recommend them!

Operator response

Thank you very much for visiting us, super satisfied with your visit, we hope to have you again soon! ¡Pura Vida!

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Barbara_B
March 13, 2024 · via Viator
Great for Birding for All

Aron was an excellent and flexible guide, and had an amazing ear for identifying birds. We had a great time on this tour, pleasing for everyone from experienced to new birders. Only 4 on the trip, and we went to multiple stops, wherever the birds could be found. Saw everything from a Keel-billed toucan to a pair of Barred Antshrikes and a crew of Scarlet-thighed Dacnis. The trip ended with breakfast in front of birdfeeders, where Crested Guans joined us for a meal. I would have liked for it to be a longer trip, but otherwise, highly recommended.

Operator response

Woww, Thank you for such a good comment, for us it´s really important to know your experience. Regards,

C
christophercS9008HQ
February 25, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
More than just birds: frogs to motmots. Excellent.

Jaime knew his birds well, and did a great job of both showing us the local specialties and grabbing our attention when something really unusual (locally) turned up (Shining Honeyeater). He also knew the local fauna better: I should have let him know at the beginning that I’m into everything from frogs to sloths, as he was able to show us both a sloth and some of the strawberry poison dart frogs (locally known as “blue jeans frogs”).

Operator response

Thank you very much for your feedback, we are happy to hear about your experience during our tour. Thank you very much for your visit and you´ll be always welcome here.!

$107/ person
5.0(20)
Duration3–4 hours
LanguagesEN, ES
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