Our birdwatching tour in Esquipulas offers a truly authentic and personalized experience in one of Costa Rica’s hidden gems for bird lovers. Led by a passionate local expert, you’ll explore peaceful rural roads and tropical forest edges—ideal for spotting a wide variety of species in their natural habitat. From toucans and motmots to hummingbirds and tanagers, this tour is perfect for anyone seeking a deep connection with nature, far from the crowds. With small group sizes, personalized attention, and excellent photo opportunities, it’s an unforgettable experience for birders and nature enthusiasts alike.
Pickup included
Travelers will explore the rural community of Esquipulas, a hidden birding hotspot near Quepos, Costa Rica. Led by an expert local birding guide, this tour offers the chance to spot a wide variety of tropical birds—including toucans, motmots, tanagers, hummingbirds, and more—in their natural habitat. Walk through quiet country roads and forest edges, learn about local species, and enjoy a peaceful early morning in nature, perfect for bird lovers and nature photographers.
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Pickup is included from hotels, houses, and Airbnbs in Quepos and Manuel Antonio. Please wait at the main entrance or reception of your accommodation. Look for a van or minibus labeled “Mike’s Nature Tours”. Our guide will wear a company shirt. If you’re staying in a villa or private home, wait outside by the main gate. If the gate is closed, please keep it open or be ready to open it. Remote or 4x4-only locations may require meeting at the nearest accessible pickup point. Be ready 5 minutes early; pickup time may vary by ±10 minutes. Keep your phone with WhatsApp active in case we need to contact you.