

Monteverde · Northern Plains & Arenal
Monteverde treetops Cloud Forest Birdwatching tour
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About this experience
Discover one of the best birdwatching experiences in Costa Rica at Selvatura Park’s Hanging Bridges in the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Led by a professional local naturalist guide, this small-group tour takes you above the forest canopy, where bird activity is at its peak. The elevated bridges offer a unique vantage point to observe a wide variety of species, including hummingbirds, toucans, motmots, tanagers, and—during the right season—the iconic Resplendent Quetzal. As you walk through this biodiverse ecosystem, your guide will help you identify birds by sight and sound while sharing insights about their behavior, habitats, and the importance of cloud forest conservation. We use professional optics to enhance wildlife viewing, allowing you to enjoy closer and more detailed observations. This experience is designed for nature lovers, photographers, and bird enthusiasts seeking an authentic, educational, and high-quality wildlife encounter in Monteverde.
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Getting there
Meets at
Guests may observe diverse cloud forest birds along Selvatura’s Hanging Bridges. Possible sightings include Pharomachrus mocinno (Resplendent Quetzal), Procnias tricarunculatus (Three-wattled Bellbird), Aulacorhynchus prasinus (Emerald Toucanet), Myadestes melanops, Phaethornis guy, and more.
Where
Selvatura Park
What you'll do
Discover one of the best birdwatching experiences in Costa Rica at Selvatura Park’s Hanging Bridges in the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Led by a professional local naturalist guide, this small-group tour takes you above the forest canopy, where bird activity is at its peak. The elevated bridges offer a unique vantage point to observe a wide variety of species, including hummingbirds, toucans, motmots, tanagers, and—during the right season—the iconic Resplendent Quetzal. As you walk through this biodiverse ecosystem, your guide will help you identify birds by sight and sound while sharing insights about their behavior, habitats, and the importance of cloud forest conservation. We use professional optics to enhance wildlife viewing, allowing you to enjoy closer and more detailed observations. This experience is designed for nature lovers, photographers, and bird enthusiasts seeking an authentic, educational, and high-quality wildlife encounter in Monteverde.
6h here
What's included
Included
- local transportation
- Optic gear
- Local Birdwatcher tour guide
- Local taxes
Not included
- Selvatura Hangin bridges entrance fee
Good to know
- Easy physical level
Guided in pt, en, es.
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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