We had an amazing tour - saw so many sloths, frogs, birds, lizards, agouti, cayman, and so much more!!! Our guide, Ronald, was so knowledgeable and found so much for us to see and shared so many great facts! Highly recommend!





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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From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
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.
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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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Slothies and Birds Sightseeing lasts about 1–2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $89 per person for this La Fortuna experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:15 AM and 2:15 PM.
Children aged 5–12 pay from $62, adults from $89.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. 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 Pickup points include Natura Bungalows.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 48 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Jacamar Naturalist Tours.
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We had an amazing tour - saw so many sloths, frogs, birds, lizards, agouti, cayman, and so much more!!! Our guide, Ronald, was so knowledgeable and found so much for us to see and shared so many great facts! Highly recommend!
An incredible private tour where we saw several sloths, lizards, birds, and frogs in such a short period of time while on the walk. Our guide was knowledgeable, professional, on time. Would highly recommend this tour company to anyone, especially with a family. They were thoughtful with snacks and water- such an incredible experience!
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!
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