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Night Hike in the Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge

Puerto Viejo · Caribbean Coast

Night Hike in the Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge

5.0from 5 traveler ratings3hPrivate tour

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About this experience

Explore the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge after dark and discover how the rainforest changes at night. As the daylight fades, a different side of the jungle begins to emerge—one filled with unique sounds, movements, and nighttime wildlife that are rarely seen during the day. Your guide, Shiloh, brings a deep, personal connection to the land, its history, and its ecosystems. Rooted in the local culture and environment, Shiloh doesn’t just lead the tour—he shares stories, insights, and knowledge passed down through generations, offering a more meaningful understanding of the area. As you walk through the refuge, you might encounter frogs, insects, mammals, and other nocturnal species, along with fascinating plant life that reacts to the darkness. It’s a quiet, focused experience that lets you tune in to the natural rhythms of the forest at night.

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Getting there

Meets at

Rangers hut of the Gandoca Wildlife Refuge at the end of the road in Manzanillo Town

Where

Gandoca - Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge

What you'll do

  1. Discover the rainforest after dark on a guided night hike through the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. As night falls, the jungle reveals a different world—alive with the sounds and movements of nocturnal wildlife. Led by Shiloh, a local guide with deep ties to the land and its traditions, this tour offers more than just wildlife sightings. You'll gain insights into the region’s ecology, culture, and hidden nighttime behaviors of frogs, insects, mammals, and plants. It’s a calm, immersive experience that lets you connect with the natural rhythms of the forest in an authentic and meaningful way.

    3h hereAdmission included

What's included

Included

  • flashlights

Good to know

  • Moderate fitness needed
  • Public transport nearby

Guided in en, es.

  • 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

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

The operator may cancel for poor weather, with a full refund or reschedule.

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