Snowcap and Quetzal

This tour is designed to visit two very diverse areas of Costa Rica, both have a wealth of birds and wildlife.

Names of the Main Habitats that we will visit:

Rainforest on the foothills of the transitional forest (Orosi Valley)
Rainforest on the foothills of the Caribbean slope (Turrialba Valley)
Paramo habitat over forests (Cerro de la Muerte)
Highland Oak Forest (Savegre)

In addition:

This tour can be modified if necessary, based on the traveler’s needs. We will be assisting you with any questions you might have, just send us a message through any of the official channels like E-mail or WhatsApp and we will gladly assist you with your requirements.

Price includes:

Lodging for 7 nights
All meals except arrival dinner
All taxes

Optional extras:

Private transport from and to the airport
Private transport between lodges
Private bird guide at Rancho Naturalista and/or Savegre Hotel
Additional night in San Jose upon arrival or before departure if necessary, depending on-air schedule
All-inclusive package (Best sale)
Trip Gear and Clothing:
Binoculars are always recommended on all wildlife tours and this one is not an exception.

Trip Gear and Clothing:

Binoculars are always recommended on all wildlife tours and this one is not an exception.

You are coming to a Rainforest, though you may need simple tools, but useful:

A good raincoat or waterproof rain gear, always makes a big difference when unexpected shower comes through, you may not experience any of them, however, keep that in mind
You should bring an umbrella instead of a raincoat, it can get too hot
Short and long sleeve shirts, we also recommend bringing long & short pants, all these items lightweight and comfortable
Lightweight jacket, hopefully, synthetic material, and a heavier fleece for cool weather
A good hat that can offer protection from the sun
Walking or hiking shoes and sandals or flip flops
Bottle for water or “hydration pack” such as Camelback
Prescription glasses and sunglasses with a strap if you prefer
Prescription medicines you may need during the trip

Additional Highly Recommended Items:

Personal toilet articles
Casual clothing, such as jeans and sleepwear
Swimming suit for pools
Trekking poles
Travel alarm clock
Small flashlight
Camera and extra memory card
Sunblock, insect repellent

Tour Plan:

1 night: San Jose upon arrival or before departure at Hotel Bougainvillea depending on-air schedule.

3 nights: Rancho Naturalista on the Caribbean slope.

3 nights: Savegre Hotel in the Chiriqui Highlands..

As a matter of fact, the reputation of Rancho Naturalista is well-known in the world of birding, the food, the warmth of people, and the opportunities to photograph birds such as the Snowcap, and other hummingbirds. Not forgetting the emblematic Sunbittern will make your visit to this place unforgettable.

The garden of Hotel Bougainvillea will be the best introduction to the flora and fauna of Costa Rica. The place is designed to impact the visitor by showing a collection of native plants that attract a wide variety of birds such as Motmots, Oropendolas, Parrots, Hawks, and of course, Hummingbirds just to mention a few.

Savegre Hotel will provide you with a fantastic forest, trails, and of course high quality of birding. The Chiriquí zone shared by Costa Rica and Panama is the host of the famous Resplendent Quetzal as well as many endemic species that can enrich the experience of the visitor to the highlands of the country.