Best Puntarenas Walking Tours in 2026

Puntarenas , Central Pacific

From $ 43.00

At dusk, most the diurnal Fauna look for the best place to rest. But it is also the time when nocturnal creatures begin to appear.

Puntarenas , Central Pacific

From $ 35.00

Take a leisurely 2-hour stroll through a private reserve, The Monteverde Wildlife Refuge, perfect for observing the forest’s nocturnal wonders. This slow-paced walk gives you the chance to spot sloths, night birds, snakes, insects, armadillos, tarantulas, scorpions, and more. Each guest will be provided with a lamp to help light the way. With small groups of up to 7 people, you'll enjoy a more intimate and personalized experience, led by passionate, knowledgeable guides who know the area inside and out.

Puntarenas , Central Pacific

From $ 40.00

Experience Monteverde’s(and COSTARICA) Only Night Tour with Night Vision Goggles! Join our exclusive small-group adventure (max. 8 people) led by certified local naturalist guides for a truly unique experience in the cloud forest after dark. This is the only night tour in Monteverde that provides night vision goggles, allowing you to see the nocturnal world like never before. Guided by George, an expert in cloud forest wildlife, you’ll have the chance to spot sloths, toucans, snakes, red-eyed frogs, bats, and even the elusive kinkajou. Visitors rave about this experience, calling it the best night tour in Monteverde and praising our guides’ deep knowledge and passion for nature. To make your experience even more special, you’ll enjoy a traditional Costa Rican sweet during the tour. Don't miss out—book now for a one-of-a-kind nocturnal adventure in Monteverde!

Puntarenas , Central Pacific

From $ 65.00

Located in the 7 wonders of Costa Rica in the cloud forest, the Night Walk has become a very attractive request by people who travel to this country to observe the great biodiversity that provides. Going into a jungle at night will give you a chance to see the animals in a new environment. Many jungle creatures are only active at night and this is the only way to experience them. You will see mammals that never make appearances during day treks. Your guide will point out tarantulas and sleeping birds. The symphony of insects and frogs will be your soundtrack. The tour lasts approximately two hours. While wandering through the trees be sure to look out for the 200 species of bird that call this forest home. You may also come across armadillo, coati, agouti, kinkajou, ocelot, two-toed sloth, and three different species of monkey.

Puntarenas , Central Pacific

From $ 30.00

The Night Tour Refuge is a 2-hour light hike in search of the creatures of the night, recommended for anyone who wants to see wildlife such as sloths, armadillos, porcupines, opossums, coatis, olingos, and kinkajous, as well as sleeping birds and a wide variety of insects, among others. El Refugio is a privileged place to see bird species such as sleeping toucans, mot-mots, and black guans; treetop animals such as monkeys, coatis, olingos, sloths, frogs, snakes, and a wide variety of insects. On a typical tour, you will see 3-5 species of mammals, 5–10 species of birds, a couple of snakes or frogs, and many types of insects. This is the widest variety of animals you will see on any other night tour in the area. You will join a group of four to six people with a local tour guide, who will give you an introduction and flashlights before starting the walk through the trails of El Refugio. Places are limited, so you must reserve in advance.

Puntarenas , Central Pacific

From $ 68.00

Monteverde reserve has very well done and clean trails which facilitates the mobility along different sectors of the forest and elevations. The possibility to observe some of the wildlife of this lifezone, like birds; Resplendent Quetzal, Emerald Toucanet, costarican Warbler, Black faced Solitaire, and some others.

Puntarenas , Central Pacific

From $ 27.00

This excursion is an excellent opportunity to observe a large amount of biodiversity since 87 percent of the fauna is active at night, confident in the poor visibility that darkness offers them. In a normal visit there is the possibility of observing; two-toed sloths, nine-banded armadillo, owls, rain frogs and on some occasions we can observe a kinkajou or a green palm viper in addition to a large number of very interesting insects such as, for example, a stick insect, leaf insect; Sometimes we can find scorpions, tarantulas and much more. Throughout the tour you will be accompanied by a naturalist guide ready to share with visitors many of the secrets of the forest.

Puntarenas , Central Pacific

From $ 30.00

We enjoy sharing our passion for the beautiful nature of Monteverde and exploring this wild environment with our visitors. Your guide will show you the area, and will show you the best spots in the forest to see the most activity You will know interesting facts and features of what we see during the tour (natural and cultural history of Costa Rica) Tour is suitable for all ages

Puntarenas , Central Pacific

From $ 30.00

Nocturnal wildlife differs greatly from what can be seen during the day. From sloths, frogs, snakes and insects to sleeping birds, they are part of what can be found on a good night. With a flashlight and a lot of enthusiasm the experience of walking in the darkness in the middle of the tropical forest is something to remember.

Puntarenas , Central Pacific

From $ 39.07

A night tour through the forest allows you to see the ecosystem in a different way than what we are normally used to. At night the forest is full of life and a lot of noise and allows us to see those animals that are not possible to see during the day.

Puntarenas , Central Pacific

From $ 39.00

Discover the extraordinary biodiversity of the Monteverde Cloud Forest on this guided night hike, ideal for travelers who want to observe wildlife in one of Costa Rica’s most iconic ecosystems. Accompanied by a professional local naturalist guide, you will explore carefully selected trails within the cloud forest as you learn about the nocturnal behavior and unique adaptations of this ecosystem. During the experience you will be able to observe red-eyed frogs, glass frogs, snakes, tropical insects, sleeping birds, sloths and other animals active at night. Your guide will use specialized techniques and flashlights to locate fauna while sharing knowledge about biodiversity and conservation. Made in small groups, this Monteverde Night Walk offers an authentic, educational and personalized experience, ideal for nature lovers and wildlife photography.

Puntarenas , Central Pacific

From $ 35.00

Guided Night Walk  This walk takes around 2 hours, where we'll walk on the trails of this private reserve looking for all kind of criatures, most of those active at night time, but being able to possibly spot some day time active fauna sleeping too.

Puntarenas , Central Pacific

From $ 43.00

We are characterize for having a great service to be able the nature a great way. We have more than 10 years of experience so we will do our best to make you enjoy the Nature. The Natural History walk consists in a walk through the trails to be able to spot Monteverde's Flora and Fauna(Animals and Plants), the best way to find animals in Monteverde Area is finding an avocado tree fruiting. Wild Avocados are the main food source in the area. The guide (Certificate for the Costarricans Tourist Chamber) has a professional spotting scope for your enjoyment to take photos (Through the scope with the Phone)

Puntarenas , Central Pacific

From $ 31.00

Embark on a captivating nocturnal adventure in Monteverde with our immersive night walk experience, a must for all visitors. As twilight descends, the forest comes alive with creatures seeking shelter or beginning their nightly activities, offering a unique glimpse into their nocturnal world. Guided by our expert naturalists, you'll navigate through the darkness, sharpening your senses to observe the diverse array of wildlife that emerges after sunset. From the gentle sloths to the elusive kinkajous and vibrant nocturnal birds, the forest unveils its hidden treasures, ensuring an unforgettable encounter with Monteverde's enchanting nocturnal ecosystem.

Puntarenas , Central Pacific

From $ 50.00

When the sun falls asleep, most creatures wake up to live. More than 80% of mammals, most reptiles and amphibians and also insects and arachnids are active at night in our forests, that's why walking through the forest at night is not only doing an unusual activity in our lives or learning in the forest. At night it is when fascinating animals such as sloths, kinkajous, bats, tarantulas, snakes, frogs, among others, are more likely to see, without forgetting the birds, yes, most birds are active during the day, but They need to rest somewhere. in those cases when we could also have the opportunity to see some beautiful and still birds while we dream, such as toucans, warblers, hummingbirds, jays, etc.