Search for the Resplendent Quetzal in Curicancha Monteverde

4.7
(108 reviews)
Monteverde, Costa Rica

3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover what makes our Curi-Cancha Birdwatching Tour a unique Monteverde experience. Explore one of Costa Rica’s premier birding destinations with a specialized local naturalist guide who understands the cloud forest’s wildlife and seasonal activity. Search for the magnificent Resplendent Quetzal, colorful toucans, hummingbirds, trogons, motmots, tanagers, and many other tropical birds. During the same excursion, you may also encounter two-toed sloths, howler or spider monkeys, coatis, and agoutis. Our guides monitor fruiting trees, nesting areas, and feeding sites to improve every outing. A professional HD spotting scope provides exceptional close-up views and opportunities to capture smartphone photos and videos. Ideal for birdwatchers, photographers, families, and nature lovers. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed, making every tour authentic and unique.

What's Included

Professional HD spotting scope and tripod
Round-trip Monteverde transportation only when the transportation option is selected NOT INCLUDED
Three-hour guided birdwatching experience
Assistance taking photos and videos through the scope
Professional local birding guide and naturalist
Curi-Cancha Wildlife Refuge admission
Transportation when the Guide Service Only option is selected
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Transportation Information: Complimentary round-trip transportation is included only when you select the tour option that includes transportation. If you book the Guide Service Only option and later require transportation, last-minute transfers may be available for an additional US$15 per person (round trip), subject to availability and within our regular service area. This fee can be paid in cash directly to the driver before departure.

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Meeting point
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Meeting Point: Meet your expert local guide at the main reception of Curi-Cancha Reserve, Monteverde. Park in the official visitor lot and check in at reception. Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to enjoy the best birdwatching, wildlife, and nature photography experience.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Search for the magnificent Resplendent Quetzal during its seasonal movements through Monteverde on a guided birdwatching experience at Curi-Cancha Wildlife Refuge.

Explore forest edges, mature woodland, and fruiting-tree areas with an experienced local naturalist who identifies birds by sight, sound, behavior, and habitat. During the tour, use a high-definition spotting scope to observe and photograph possible sightings such as quetzals, toucans, hummingbirds, trogons, Three-wattled Bellbirds, tanagers, and other cloud forest wildlife.

Designed for beginners, families, photographers, and experienced birders, this three-hour small-group tour provides patient observation, personalized interpretation, and assistance taking photos through the spotting scope.

The Resplendent Quetzal is a wild bird that moves between elevations according to seasonal food availability. Recent activity may increase observation opportunities; however, no wildlife sighting can be guaranteed.

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Johnny loves nature

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Hiking Tours
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Photography Tours
Walking Tours
Bird Watching
Wildlife Encounters
Wildlife Watching
Photo Shoots
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Involves Animals
Additional fees
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Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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