Night Rainforest Walk

Night Rainforest Walk
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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.

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Night Walk at Macaw Lodge Nestled in the heart of Costa Rica’s tropical rainforest, Macaw Lodge is surrounded by wetlands, ponds, streams, and rivers that support an extraordinary diversity of amphibians and other wildlife. As darkness falls and the forest comes alive, we invite you to experience a guided night walk illuminated by moonlight and flashlights. In the cool evening air, you will have the opportunity to discover a fascinating array of nocturnal creatures, including rain frogs, yellow cricket frogs, cane toads, and the delicate waterfall glass frog, among many other species. Reptiles, insects, spiders, and a variety of nocturnal animals also emerge from their daytime hiding places, revealing a hidden world rarely seen by most visitors. As you explore the lodge’s trails and listen to the sounds of the rainforest, you will gain a deeper appreciation for the remarkable biodiversity that thrives within this tropical ecosystem. Every step offers the possibility of a new discovery and a unique opportunity to observe wildlife in its natural habitat. Join us for an unforgettable journey into the rainforest after dark and uncover the secrets of the night at Macaw Lodge. Duration: 1.5–2 hours Difficulty: Easy Ideal for: Nature enthusiasts, wildlife observers, photographers, and anyone eager to experience the rainforest from a completely different perspective.

Target Species

Smoky Jungle Frog

Leptodactylus savagei

Cascade Glass Frog

Sachatamia albomaculata

Green Iguana

Iguana iguana

Pacific Tree Boa

Corallus ruschenbergerii

Giant Parrot Snake

Leptophis ahaetulla

Common Dink / Tink Frog

Diasporus diastema

Emerald Glass Frog

Espadarana prosoblepon

Green Vine Snake

Oxybelis fulgidus

Red-eyed Tree Frog

Red-eyed Tree Frog

Agalychnis callidryas

Green Spiny Lizard

Sceloporus malachiticus

Bird-eating snake

Phrynonax poecilonotus

Eyelash Pit Viper

Eyelash Pit Viper

Bothriechis schlegelii

Reticulated Glass Frog

Hyalinobatrachium valerioi

Common Basilisk / Brown Basilisk

Basiliscus basiliscus

Cane Toad

Rhinella marina

Drab Streamside Tree Frog

Smilisca sordida

Common Cat-eyed Snake

Leptodeira rhombifera

Fer-de-lance

Bothrops asper

Hourglass Tree Frog

Dendropsophus ebraccatus

Central American Coral Snake

Micrurus nigrocinctus

False tree coral snake

Rhinobothryum bovallii

Gladiator Tree Frog

Hypsiboas rosenbergi

House Gecko

Hemidactylus frenatus

Green-and-black Poison Dart Frog

Dendrobates auratus

Masked Tree Frog

Smilisca phaeota

Mesoamerican Boa Constrictor

Boa imperator

Common Rain Frog

Craugastor fitzingeri

Slim-fingered Rain Frog

Craugastor crassidigitus

Northern Cat-eyed Snake

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Brown Vine Snake

Oxybelis aeneus

Brilliant Forest Frog / Warszewitsch's Frog

Lithobates warszewitschii

What's Included

Guide, flashlight

Not Included

shoes, boots, binoculars, camera

Meeting Point

Front desk

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$60.00

includes all fees

Start times

  • 19:30$60.00
Target species:31 species
Locations:Carara - Tarcoles
Size:2–8
Duration:2 hours
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