An introduction to the hummingbirds of Costa Rica
Your tour guide:
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.
About this tour
Our 11-Day Hummingbirds of Costa Rica Expedition is designed for nature lovers, birdwatchers, photographers, and travelers seeking to experience the incredible diversity of Costa Rica through some of its most spectacular ecosystems. Beginning in the Central Valley, the journey takes participants through tropical rainforests, cloud forests, Pacific lowlands, mangroves, mountain forests, and Caribbean foothills, offering opportunities to observe a remarkable variety of birds, wildlife, and hummingbird species in their natural habitats. Along the way, guests will explore renowned birding destinations including Villa Lapas, Carara National Park, the Tárcoles River, Esquipulas, Santa Juana, Manuel Antonio, Rancho Naturalista, and several of Costa Rica’s most productive hummingbird locations. The itinerary combines birdwatching, wildlife photography, nature interpretation, cultural experiences, and comfortable eco-lodge accommodations. Participants will have the opportunity to search for many of Costa Rica’s most iconic hummingbirds, including the Fiery-throated Hummingbird, Snowcap, White-crested Coquette, Green Thorntail, Purple-throated Mountain-gem, Coppery-headed Emerald, Mangrove Hummingbird, Volcano Hummingbird, and many others, while also encountering toucans, motmots, trogons, tanagers, monkeys, sloths, crocodiles, and countless other species that make Costa Rica one of the world’s premier wildlife destinations. More than a birding tour, this expedition is an immersive experience designed to connect participants with the beauty, ecology, and conservation of Costa Rica’s natural heritage. Guided by photographer and naturalist Agustín Murillo, guests gain access to years of field knowledge, photography experience, and the stories behind one of the most extensive photographic projects ever created about the hummingbirds of Costa Rica. Whether your passion is photography, birdwatching, conservation, or simply experiencing nature at its finest, this expedition off
$5,176.00
includes all fees
Target Species
What's Included
* Private transportation throughout the entire expedition. * Accommodation in carefully selected hotels and eco-lodges. * Daily breakfasts lunch and dinners * All entrance fees to national parks, private reserves, and sites included in the itinerary. * Professional naturalist guide throughout the tour. * Wildlife and bird photography assistance. * Specialized hummingbird and birdwatching experiences. * Boat tours included in the itinerary. * Drinking water during ground transportation. * Access to some of Costa Rica’s finest hummingbird observation and photography locations. * Informational material about the species observed during the expedition.
Not Included
* International airfare. * Travel insurance. * 2 meals in one time or snacks during meals * Alcoholic beverages. * Personal expenses. * Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff. * Any service not specifically listed under “Included”
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