Our Guides

Good Catch Costa Rica was born from a deep love for this land and its ocean. We are a team of local guides and nature enthusiasts, driven by a genuine passion to share the true essence of Drake Bay with you. More than just tours, we create authentic experiences, respectful of nature, rooted in sustainability, and guided with heart. Whether you're exploring the rainforest, or discovering the ocean, every moment is designed to connect you with the wild beauty of this extraordinary place. Come as a visitor… leave with a story, a connection, and memories that stay with you forever.

Naturalist and Tourism Guide with more than 20 years of experience in Costa Rica’s tourism industry, specializing in nature interpretation, birdwatching, natural history, amphibians, adventure activities, snorkeling, and whale and dolphin watching\. Extensive experience working with national and international groups, organizing itineraries, and providing personalized service\. I am known for being friendly, helpful, responsible, and able to work under pressure, with a strong commitment to conservation and the responsible enjoyment of nature

Since 2015, I have dedicated myself to exploring the extraordinary birds and wildlife of La Tigra and its surrounding wilderness. I am fortunate to live among some of Costa Rica’s most iconic species, from the vibrant Tody Motmot and Lattice-tailed Trogon to the rare Bare-necked Umbrellabird and the elusive Rufous-vented Ground Cuckoo. It would be a privilege to share my passion and deep local knowledge of this magical region with you.

Sueños Natura Bird Sanctuary is nestled in the heart of Siberia de Páramo, on Cerro de la Muerte, at an impressive elevation of 2,900 meters above sea level. This prime location offers exceptional opportunities for both birdwatching and photography, making it an ideal destination for enthusiasts seeking unique experiences in the highlands of Costa Rica. Our Story Founded on November 22, 2023, by Freddy Madrigal—a seasoned professional photographer and expert birder with over 38 years of experience guiding tours locally and internationally—Sueños Natura Birding & Photography is dedicated to providing expert instruction and facilitating the observation and documentation of a remarkable diversity of bird species. Unique Environment and Biodiversity Situated at high altitude with a cool climate, the property is home to unique ecosystems that feature high levels of endemism. These conditions offer excellent opportunities to observe rare birds and native fauna of Costa Rica. The natural advantages of the location, combined with attentive service and comfortable accommodations, create a memorable environment where guests can truly appreciate and respect the region’s rich biodiversity.

From a very young age, I discovered a great fascination for birds and nature, enjoying every opportunity to see and learn about the different species around me. However, it was in 2018 that I began birdwatching more formally, developing a deep interest in bird identification, behavior, and conservation. Since then, I have continued growing within this wonderful world of birdwatching, combining my passion for birding and nature photography. In addition, I hold a General Tour Guide license certified by the ICT, and I have around six years of experience as a guide with a focus on birdwatching and photography, providing enriching experiences for people interested in discovering the incredible biodiversity of Costa Rica.

Macaw Lodge – A Birding Gateway to Costa Rica’s Central Pacific Nestled in the heart of Costa Rica’s Central Pacific region, Macaw Lodge is an award-winning eco-lodge and an ideal hub for birders seeking to explore one of the country’s most biodiverse areas. Strategically located near Carara National Park and within easy reach of the Tárcoles mangroves, the Pacific coast, and the foothills of the Turrubares Mountains, the lodge provides access to an exceptional variety of habitats within a short distance. Macaw Lodge sits in a unique ecological transition zone where two life zones converge: Tropical Dry Forest and Tropical Humid Forest. This meeting of ecosystems creates extraordinary biodiversity and outstanding birdwatching opportunities throughout the year. More than 390 bird species have been recorded on the property through eBird, including Scarlet Macaws, trogons, motmots, toucans, antbirds, hummingbirds, flycatchers, and many migratory species. The surrounding region supports well over 500 bird species, making it one of Costa Rica’s premier birding destinations. The lodge is located within a private reserve surrounded by reforestation projects, agroforestry systems, cacao plantations, wetlands, botanical gardens, and mature secondary forest. Guests can enjoy birding directly from their rooms, along a network of private trails, around ponds and wetlands, and throughout the extensive botanical gardens. Macaw Lodge combines authentic nature experiences with comfort and sustainability. The property features eco-friendly accommodations, spring-fed water, farm-to-table cuisine, botanical gardens, private forest reserves, and immersive nature experiences. In addition to birding, guests can enjoy cacao tours, wildlife observation, photography, hiking, and wellness activities. Whether you are a dedicated birder, wildlife photographer, naturalist, or simply a traveler seeking an authentic Costa Rican experience, Macaw Lodge offers a unique opportunity to discover the remarkable biodiversity of Costa Rica’s Central Pacific region from a comfortable and sustainable base.

We are a Costa Rican travel agency specialized in nature and cultural tourism that provides professional and personalized experiences.

Welcome to Bird Brain, a tour operator based in the heart of Rincón de San Josecito—a pristine corner of the Osa Peninsula celebrated as one of the absolute best places on Earth to encounter the elusive Baird’s Tapir and the majestic Puma. We partnering with expert local guides who possess an unmatched, lifelong knowledge of these ecosystems. By choosing Bird Brain, you aren't just embarking on a wildlife adventure; you are directly supporting the local community and ensuring the continuous protection efforts of the community.

I am privileged to be Costa Rican and be able to show tourists and travelers our wildlife. Certified Naturalist Guide since 2015 spotting wildlife all over Costa Rica with special affinity to birds.

Wellness Park Arenal offers immersive nature experiences focused on wildlife and well-being. Our tours combine birdwatching, wildlife observation, and mindful walks through private forest trails, allowing guests to discover Costa Rica’s rich biodiversity in a peaceful and authentic setting. Designed for those seeking a deeper connection with nature, relaxation, and a truly meaningful outdoor experience.

Hi! I'm Leandro. I am passionate about sharing the beauty of the birds from my homeland, especially here in the Peje area of Buenos Aires. My greatest joy is helping visitors find and enjoy the Rosy-thrush Tanager, one of our region’s true gems. I’ve been guiding on these trails since 2021, and invite you to explore them with me. It would be my pleasure to host you for a day of birding and photography. Get in touch, and let’s plan your next adventure!

Specialized tours for birding and wildife photography in Costa Rica.

I am a tour guide based in the Bijagua de Upala area, nestled between Tenorio and Miravalles Volcanoes, where I have worked for more than 15 years. In addition, I have extensive experience guiding visitors throughout many regions of Costa Rica. I am always attentive to my clients' needs and passionate about delivering a high-quality guiding service that exceeds expectations. My goal is to provide every guest with an unforgettable experience and to be recognized as the best choice in the market.

We are a family business, operating tours since 1997, dedicated to wildlife viewing, photography, and the conservation of wildlife in our surroundings. Our specialty: whale watching tours (July-October), dolphins, birds, and other marine life in Golfo Dulce.

We are the premier local tour operator based in the heart of the Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica. We specialize in crafting unforgettable, low-impact eco-adventures for travelers seeking to immerse themselves in one of the most biologically intense places on Earth. Driven by a passionate team of certified local naturalist guides, our mission is to deliver authentic, safe, and deeply educational wilderness experiences while actively supporting community conservation. 🌿 Corcovado National Park Expeditions: Journey deep into the crown jewel of Costa Rica’s park system. We coordinate complete day trips and overnight expeditions to Corcovado National Park (including Sirena and La Leona stations). Our expert guides handle all permits and logistics, leading you through pristine rainforests to spot elusive wildlife like tapirs, peccaries, anteaters, and four species of monkeys.🦉 Rainforest Night Walks: When the sun sets, the rainforest completely transforms. Our guided night walks reveal a hidden, nocturnal world teeming with life. Equipped with specialized flashlights, you will safely encounter exotic tree frogs, sleeping birds, colorful insects, tarantulas, and bioluminescent fungi, all while listening to the thrilling evening symphony of the jungle. 🦜 Expert Birdwatching ToursThe Osa Peninsula is a paradise for birders, boasting over 460 distinct species. Led by optics-equipped, specialist birding guides, our birdwatching tours take you through optimal habitats at the best times of day. We help you check rare target species off your list, including the majestic Scarlet Macaw, the endangered Yellow-billed Cotinga, and various endemic hummingbirds.🐋 Golfo Dulce Cetacean & Marine ToursExplore the calm, emerald waters of the Golfo Dulce, a critical marine sanctuary. Our responsible whale and dolphin watching tours bring you face-to-face with resident Bottlenose and Spotted dolphins. Depending on the season (especially July to November), you can witness the breathtaking acrobatics of migrating Humpback whales and their newborn calves. Why Choose Passiflora Tours? 100% Certified Local Guides: Our bilingual experts possess decades of combined experience and an unmatched eye for spotting wildlife. Small Group Sizes: We strictly limit group numbers to guarantee personalized attention and minimize environmental impact. Tailor-Made Itineraries: From family vacations to hardcore wildlife photography expeditions, we design the perfect itinerary for your physical level and interests. Commitment to Sustainability: We proudly practice Leave-No-Trace principles and reinvest a portion of our profits into local reforestation projects.

Since 2000, Nacho’s Tours has specialized in providing premier bird photography experiences. We work tirelessly to ensure you get the perfect compositions for the dream shots you’ve always wanted. We are passionate about bird ecology, and our top priority is to guarantee successful sightings that respect wildlife welfare and promote the sustainability of the ecosystem. --- Highlights of our Service: *Expertise: Over two decades of specialized birding experience. *Composition: Carefully selected spots to ensure the highest quality photography. *Ethics: A commitment to wildlife conservation and sustainable tourism.

Woodpecker Educational Tours was founded in 2022 with the mission of transforming simple walks into Meaningful Experiences that connect people with nature in its deepest essence. The reserve forms part of the Three-wattled Bellbird Biological Corridor, a vital habitat for the conservation of remarkable species such as the iconic Three-wattled Bellbird, Collared Trogon, Long-tailed Manakin, Turquoise-browed Motmot, toucans, and woodpeckers. Its biodiversity also protects essential native flora including Lauraceae and Cecropias, as well as unique wildlife such as the Banded Gecko, the endemic Red-eyed Stream Frog (Duellmanohyla rufioculis), and several species of glass frogs including the Cascade Glass Frog and Fleischmann’s Glass Frog... This 33-hectare sanctuary has been protected by a Costa Rican family since 1968. Located between 1350 and 1400 meters above sea level, its transitional forest connects the dry, rainforest, and cloud forest ecosystems, preserving an extraordinary biodiversity that can be explored through guided day and night walks led by ICT-certified professionals, along more than 4 km of scenic trails with breathtaking landscapes. "We are a regenerative project that shares the forest through conservation, environmental education, and birdwatching experiences designed to inspire meaningful and lasting connections with nature.

Top Trails Corcovado is a local tour operator based in Drake Bay, Costa Rica. We specialize in authentic nature experiences, from wildlife encounters and night walks to immersive adventures in Corcovado National Park. Our passion is helping travelers connect with the rainforest through small-group experiences led by knowledgeable local guides.

Quetzal specialist and naturalist guide in Costa Rica's cloud forests. For years, I have closely followed the behavior, feeding habits, and seasonal movements of the Resplendent Quetzal, allowing me to provide excellent opportunities to observe and photograph this remarkable species in its natural habitat. My experiences are designed for experienced birdwatchers, wildlife photographers, and anyone discovering the fascinating world of birds for the first time. Through small groups, personalized attention, and up-to-date local knowledge, my goal is to provide an authentic, educational, and memorable experience with a high likelihood of encountering one of the most extraordinary birds on the planet.

Hello and welcome to the magic of the cloud forest! As passionate local guides at Cloudbridge Nature Reserve, our mission is to connect travelers from all walks of life with Costa Rica’s incredible and vibrant biodiversity. Our tours are designed to be engaging, educational, and highly accessible for everyone—whether you are traveling with family, on a solo adventure, or looking to capture the perfect wildlife photograph. Join us to uncover the hidden wonders of Cloudbridge and experience nature in its purest form!

Randy Alvarado/Oropendola Expeditions NATURALIST / BIRD WATCHING GUIDE Originally from Sarapiquí, Costa Rica, Randy has been a birdwatcher since the age of six. Raised in a family of conservationists, he studied Ecotourism, developing a deep connection with his country's tropical forests and biodiversity. With extensive experience working in biological reserves and tourism companies across Costa Rica, he currently leads Oropendola Expeditions, where he shares his passion for birds, wildlife, and conservation. His goal is to inspire others to appreciate and protect tropical ecosystems through authentic nature experiences. Note: Private transportation is included in our tours.

My name is Gerson. I am a naturalist guide, born in the Caribbean of Costa Rica and now residing in Puerto Jiménez. I visited the Osa Peninsula a long time ago, and I simply fell in love with the place. Since then, I have tried to do the things that fill me as a person: love nature and share it, learn from it, and grow.

Manuel Antonio Tours was founded with one simple mission: to share the rich biodiversity of Manuel Antonio National Park with visitors from around the world, in the most authentic and memorable way possible. With 14+ years of professional guiding experience in Manuel Antonio and the surrounding Quepos region, our guides have developed an unmatched understanding of this ecosystem. We know where the sloths sleep, which trees the white-faced monkeys prefer in the dry season, and the exact spots where scarlet macaws gather at dusk. This deep local knowledge translates into results: our guests consistently enjoy an 80–90% wildlife sighting rate, well above the average for unguided park visits.

Naturalist guide and photographer specializing in birdwatching and photography tours in Costa Rica My goal with each client is to create a complete field experience, combining bird identification, strategic species searching, and photography guidance to help capture the best possible photos Let’s go birding and take your photography to the next level!!!

Experience the best birdwatching in Costa Rica. Hotel Quelitales has an ideal location in the Costa Rican Highlands. Our gardens provide shelter for hundreds of birds which make it easy to do birding even from your balcony. While discovering our mountain trails you can spot almost 450 different species, including the endemic ones. We can offer you private tours with professional nature guides, so you can see more flock in less time. Of course, you can do birding on your own by following the hiking routes. Moreover, we can provide you with birding maps and books. Photography lovers will take perfect shots thanks to specially designed feeders.

Hummingbirds of Costa Rica is far more than a birdwatching tour company. It is the natural extension of a life project that began more than six years ago, when photographing hummingbirds became a way to overcome difficult times and eventually evolved into one of the most extensive photographic works ever created about the hummingbirds of Costa Rica. The project brings together: * Professional wildlife photography * Specialized hummingbird observation * Small-group nature tourism * Environmental education * Conservation awareness * Storytelling based on real field experiences Its primary goal is to allow people to observe, photograph, and truly understand Costa Rica’s hummingbirds in a way that goes far beyond a traditional birdwatching tour.

En Efrain’s Nature Tours creemos que cada visita a Costa Rica debe ser mucho más que un simple recorrido: debe convertirse en una experiencia auténtica y memorable. Somos un equipo local apasionado por la naturaleza, la vida silvestre y la conservación, con una profunda conexión con Manuel Antonio y sus alrededores. At Efrain’s Nature Tours, we believe that every visit to Costa Rica should be more than just a tour—it should become an authentic and memorable experience. We are a local team passionate about nature, wildlife, and conservation, with a deep connection to Manuel Antonio and its surrounding areas. Our story is closely connected to Manuel Antonio National Park and to generations of people dedicated to protecting and sharing the natural beauty of this region. Our local guides are committed to creating personalized experiences, sharing their knowledge, and helping every visitor discover Costa Rica’s incredible biodiversity.

The Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails sits in a private nature reserve in the heart of one of Costa Rica’s numerous natural areas. Rich volcanic soils support primary and secondary rainforests. Waterfalls and crystalline rivers offer a sparkling jungle refreshment for the soul. 7 miles of a well-marked, manicured trail system provides easy access to the property’s breathtaking natural beauty where a wide variety of plants, animals, and more than 500 species of birds can be observed.

In the heart of the most vibrant landscapes, Arte de Plumas has stood since 2019 as the ultimate sanctuary for bird lovers and nature photography enthusiasts. More than just a lodge, we are a living canvas where biodiversity takes flight, and every corner tells a story of color and freedom. Our passion is connecting travelers from all over the world with the region's winged wealth. We design specialized birdwatching tours tailored for both the patient observer and the discerning photographer looking to capture that perfect moment—that flash of light upon a unique plumage.

Monteverde Eco Tours is a touristic company led by Donald Loría, a naturalist certifified guide by the ICT ( Costa Rican Board of Tourism, license # 2506) with more than 20 years of experience guiding and showing to all our visitors the unique Monteverde Cloud Forest. On our tours you will explore the high and rich biodiversity that this ecosystem has to offer. We specialize in bird watching with high quality optical equipment, photography, in addition to natural history tours and guided night tours.

Arenal Oasis is an Eco Lodge and Wildlife Refuge where everyone can come to enjoy and learn about the natural diversity we have preserved for so many years. We offer a unique experience as both an eco-lodge and a wildlife refuge, featuring a great variety of native flora and fauna from this region. We are proud to be stewards of nature and invite you to visit us and share this unforgettable experience with us.

**The Divine Dolphin** has specialized exclusively in dolphin and whale watching tours in Drake Bay, Costa Rica, since 1998. With nearly three decades of experience exploring the rich waters of the Osa Peninsula, dolphin and whale encounters are not just one of the tours we offer — they are our specialty and the only tour we do. Our experienced team, including marine biologist guides, provides respectful, educational encounters with wild dolphins, Humpback Whales, and other marine life while sharing our passion for research, conservation, and protecting this extraordinary marine ecosystem.

I am a local guide in the Salitre Indigenous Territory and am passionate about birdwatching and nature. I am part of Dusauk tourism project, which is dedicated to birdwatching in the Salitre area of Buenos Aires. I love photography and sharing what I know about local species. Our main tour focuses on spotting the rare and elusive Ocelated Crake, which is found only in this region of the country. It’s a bird highly sought after by photographers and bird lovers, just like other specialty species in the area.

Im a nature guide at the agami island nature reserve, passionated to take care of this beaitiful heron

Eco-luxury nature experiences crafted for conscious travelers — small groups, naturalist hikes, and authentic adventures that flow beyond the ordinary.

Welcome to Osa Tour Costa Rica, a new way to explore one of the country's most breathtaking destinations. We offer alternative tourism that invites you to connect with the true essence of the Osa canton: its people, its culture, and its lush natural beauty. Our rural and nature tours are at the heart of our offerings: experiences that directly support local entrepreneurs, who will open their doors to share authentic products, traditions, and innovative ideas. Here, you don't just visit a destination, you experience it. In addition, we have bilingual guides certified by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT), who will accompany you every step of the way, ensuring your safety, knowledge, and a genuine connection with the environment. More than a tour, we offer a transformative experience. Come and discover Osa like never before: natural, authentic, and deeply human.

We are a team of certified, local naturalist guides who customize and execute field expeditions in the Monteverde cloud forest. Founded in 2017, our operation tailors every tour to the specific interests of the traveler, aligning our field work with their particular goals—whether targeting rare species or facilitating advanced wildlife photography. We offer private tours and small-group experiences covering targeted birdwatching, natural history, and nocturnal safaris. Using ultra-high-definition (UHD) spotting scopes to ensure precise and ethical wildlife viewing, we ground our service in direct on-site operation, seamless logistics—including local transportation—and a strict commitment to delivering on the expectations of travelers seeking Costa Rica's authentic biodiversity.