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Bird Location La Selva Biological Station - Atlantic Zone - At the confluence of two major rivers in the Caribbean lowlands of northern Costa Rica, La Selva comprises 1,600 hectares (3,900 acres) of tropical wet forests and disturbed lands. It averages 4 m (over 13 feet!) of rainfall that is spread rather evenly throughout the year...... Speciesī diversity is spectacular, including more than 1,900 species of plants, 330 species of trees, 436 species of birds, and 450 species of ants.

Bird Location Poas Volcano Lodge - Central Valley / Cordillera - The lodge is nestled into the rolling pastures, at the foothills of the Poas Volcano, one of the worlds largest active craters. The impressive views from the house include not only the volcano, but also the western area of the spectacular Braulio Carillo National Park as well as the Caribbean plains. Poas Volcano Lodge is just a few meters from the nearest protected subtropical rain forest area, through which a network of trails have been designed for visitors to explore. This location is defenitely great for birders and its location provides an amazing bird diversity including species of the Central Valley Highlands and also a well marked Caribbean influence. Over 380 species have been recorded in the area.

Bird Location Rancho Naturalista - Atlantic Zone - Our 125-acre ranch lies in pre-mountain rain forest in the Caribbean zone at 3000 feet. Over 400 species of birds have been recorded by guests locally....Whether you choose to stay on the balcony, where over 200 species have been recorded, or walk our extensive trail system, our resident bird guides will make sure you get the most out of your birding vacation. And don't forget our famous hummingbird pools.

Bird Location La Merced National Wildlife Refuge - La Merced CBC Site - Southern Pacific Zone - La Merced National Wildlife Refuge is home of a great variety of birds. 310 species of birds have been spotted in the refuge and sorrounding habitats. Since 1971 the conservation of diverse natural habitats found in the Refuge, has attracted many birds, mammals, insects and reptiles, who have found in the refuge a sanctuary for feeding and reproduction in the rainforest, wetlands and mangroves. The trails crossing different habitats, give you the oportunity to observe a great number of species of birds maximizing your birding experience in Costa Rica.

Bird Location Savegre Mountain Hotel - Highlands of Talamanca - Pacific Slope - In the midst of exuberant tropical cloud forest and bounded by beautiful gardens with colorful flowers sorrounded by hummingbirds you find Savegre Mountain Hotel. Over 170 bird species have been observed in the area and its multiple hiking trails in the Cloud Forest. This is known as the best place in the country to observe Resplendent Quetzals, who live here year around.


Bird Location La Cusinga Lodge - Lowland Rainforest Southern Pacific Slope - Sorrounded by an amazing lowland tropical rainforest and with a great ocean view La Cusinga offers great birding trails and even shore habitats for the all interest levels. Over 340 bird species have been observed in the area.

Bird Location El Toucanet Lodge - Highlands of Talamanca - Pacific Slope El Toucanet lodge is a charming rustic mountain lodge offers a peaceful retreat and cool mountain climate. The lodge is located in the lush Copey de Dota valley within the Los Santos Forest Reserve and at the foothills of Las Vueltas Biological Reserve. The valley, the cloud forest, the variety of birds makes this area a destination similar to Monteverde, which gives you an option to enjoy all of these natural attractions, saving you driving time on good scenic roads. Over 170 species of birds have been recorded

Bird Location Esquinas Rainforest Lodge - Southern Pacific Zone Golfito - Esquinas Rainforest Lodge is a tropical paradise in the remote jungle of Southern Costa Rica, surrounded by the untouched wilderness of new Piedras Blancas National Park. The array of interesting birds, including parrots and toucans, is stunning (over 200 species have been counted including the famous Black-cheeked Ant-Tanager).

Bird Location Laguna Lodge - Atlantic - Tortuguero National Park - Laguna Lodge offers access to the various, smaller affluents within the national park, where besides observing the flora and fauna (ideal for birdwatchers, over 309 species of birds have been recorded), you can experience the feeling of being in a rainforest among tree with 140 feet in height that reveal all their magnificence along the canals. We want you to enjoy the peaceful environment of our lodge and it's rainforest gardens.

Bird Location Fonda Vela Hotel - Monteverde Area - Fonda Vela is a hotel dedicated to the idea of ecoturism in harmony with nature. The views of the Gulf of Nicoya from the hotelīs 1400 meters elevation are spectacular. The climate is refreshing, many times referred to as "eternal spring". Definetely a great location for birders wanting to explore the Monteverde Cloudforest. Over 350 species of birds have been recorded in the reserve and sorrounding areas.

Bird Location Hotel Belmar - Monteverde Area Hotel Belmar is nestled in the mountains adjacent to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve in Costa Rica. In this Costa Rica rain forest are found more than 100 species of mammals including 5 species of cats, over 350 species of birds including 30 kinds of hummingbirds, tens of thousands of insect species (over 5000 species of moths) and 2,500 species of plants (420 kinds of orchids). The area is acclaimed as one of the most outstanding wildlife refuges in the New World Tropics.

Bird Location Trapp Family Lodge - Monteverde Area You are always very welcome to stay in the Trapp Family Lodge, the nearest hotel to the beautiful Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. The Trapp Family Lodge is a wonderful choice for a great vacation surrounded by a paradise of flora and fauna, ideal for birdwatchers where more than 350 species of birds can be spotted. You will be able to enjoy Monteverdeīs incomparable beauty.

Bird Location Villa Lapas Hotel - Carara Biological Reserve - Carara is next to Villa Lapas Reserve. This park is very important in Costa Rica because it is a transitional zone between the Dry Forest from the North and the Tropical Rainforest from the South. It is possible to observe over 350 bird species throughout the year and many mammal species.

Bird Location Rincon de la Vieja - Guanacaste - Rincon de la Vieja Volcano Our Lodge is located in Guanacaste Costa Rica. We are inside the Guanacaste Conservation Area at the side of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. Dedicated to the eco-tourism, we are the closest Lodge / Hotel to the Rincon de la Vieja National Park. A total of 70% of our 400 hectares of land is dedicated to ecological project and reserve. We are offering peace and tranquility in harmony with the nature. Ideal for birders looking for the northern territories of Costa Rica with a great combination of dry forest and some Caribbean influence more than 350 species have been recorded in the area.
Gray-capped Flycatcher

Red-legged Honeycreeper

Roadside Hawk

Rufous-tailed Hummingbird

Royal Tern

Snowcap

Turquoise-browed Motmot

Violet Sabrewing

White-tailed Kite

White-whiskered Puffbird



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