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.
About this tour
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
Agalychnis callidryas

Green Spiny Lizard
Sceloporus malachiticus

Bird-eating snake
Phrynonax poecilonotus
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
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$60.00
includes all fees
Start times
- 19:30$60.00