Sunset & Night Walk



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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.
About this tour
During this experience, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Monteverde cloud forest, the Gulf of Nicoya, and the Tilarán wind farms overlooking the lowlands of Guanacaste. As the sky transforms into warm sunset tones, the aroma of locally crafted coffee completes an unforgettable moment in the heart of Monteverde. Following this unique sunset experience, continue into an exciting night walk through the forest, where you may encounter tarantulas, nocturnal birds, the Central American Banded Gecko, the famous endemic Red-eyed Stream Frog (*Duellmanohyla rufioculis*), snakes, and other fascinating wildlife hidden within the forest. "A remarkable transition between light and darkness, connecting two worlds in one unforgettable experience"
Target Species

Swainson's Thrush
Catharus ustulatus

Pacific Screech-Owl
Megascops cooperi
Keel-billed Toucan
Ramphastos sulfuratus

Violet Sabrewing
Campylopterus hemileucurus

Long-tailed Manakin
Chiroxiphia linearis

Black-and-white Warbler
Mniotilta varia

Northern Emerald-Toucanet
Aulacorhynchus prasinus

Northern Barred-Woodcreeper
Dendrocolaptes sanctithomae

Lesson’s Motmot
Momotus lessonii

Crested Owl
Lophostrix cristata

Mottled Owl
Ciccaba virgata

Broad-winged Hawk
Buteo platypterus

Summer Tanager
Piranga rubra

Gartered Trogon
Trogon caligatus

Collared Trogon
Trogon collaris

Crested Guan
Penelope purpurascens

Brown Jay
Psilorhinus morio

Common Pauraque
Nyctidromus albicollis

Two-toed Sloth
Choloepus hoffmanni
Eyelash Pit Viper
Bothriechis schlegelii
What's Included
Guide Telescope Coffee / Tea Snacks Entrace fee to the reserve
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$60.00
includes all fees