# Costa Rica Wildlife Viewing & Nature Experiences > Encounter Costa Rica's wildlife on nature and eco tours. Book ready-to-go experiences or customize your itinerary with our experts. # Discover Costa Rica's Wildlife [Nearby](/en/nearby) Search 30 listings Want something else? Let an in-country expert [design the perfect trip in Costa Rica](/en/qa/costa-rica/explore-overlay)! [![Nature and Wildlife of the Pacific Coast](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/ckkdkzz9fejcrvzbialu.jpg)Customize this trip!Nature and Wildlife of the Pacific CoastSan Jose > Manuel Antonio > Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica12 Days | Birdwatching, Hiking, KayakingDiscover the incredible biodiversity of Costa Rica with this exciting itinerary! You'll visit some of the country's wildest and most beautiful national parks, including Carara, Manuel Antonio, and Corcovado. At Carara, you'll have the chance to sp...](/en/go/nature-wildlife-pacific-coast) [![Trekking, Nature and Local Life in Rural Costa Rica](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/ysn47klubmkrp2ozs0ik.jpg)Customize this trip!Trekking, Nature and Local Life in Rural Costa RicaSan Jose > Providencia > Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica11 Days | Beach, Coffee Farm, Community VisitA great mix of adventurous trekking, cultural experiences in rural communities and time at one of Costa Rica's most beautiful beaches. You'll learn all about coffee, sustainable farming & handcrafts with locals at Providencia, go on an incredible ...](/en/go/rural-costa-rica-adventure) [![Natural and Cultural Wonders](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/bdhn3yg0ok4ogcucj0st.jpg)Customize this trip!Natural and Cultural WondersSan Jose > Cerro de la Muerte > Providencia > Terraba > Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica14 Days | Community Visit, Cultural Activities, HikingEmbark on a captivating 14-day adventure in Costa Rica, immersing yourself in the country's natural and cultural splendors. This comprehensive journey takes you through sustainable farming practices, traditional crafts, and hands-on culinary exper...](/en/go/natural-cultural-wonders) [![Corcovado Trek and Overnight in Sirena Ranger Station](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/vlf8tbfbpr8miservgem.jpg)USD 230/personCorcovado Trek and Overnight in Sirena Ranger StationPuerto Jimenez to Drake Bay, Costa Rica2 Days | Boat Tour, Hiking, Wildlife ViewingEmbark on an amazing adventure with our Corcovado National Park trekking experience, culminating in an immersive overnight stay at the Sirena Ranger Station. Nestled in the heart of Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula, this expedition is a treasure trove f...](/en/go/sierra-ranger-station/sirena-ranger-station-overnight-corcovado-trek-drake) [![Corcovado Beach Trek and La Leona Ecolodge](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/up16xqcvy4ywizjnzuod.jpg)USD 295/personCorcovado Beach Trek and La Leona EcolodgeCorcovado, Costa Rica2 Days | Eco Lodge, Hiking, SwimmingAre you ready to experience the beauty and wildlife of Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula? Look no further than the Corcovado Beach Trek and La Leona Ecolodge! Located in the southwestern region of the Osa Peninsula, the Corcovado Beach Trek and La Leona ...](/en/go/beach-trek-in-carate-and-la-leona) [![Epic Osa Peninsula Rainforest Adventure](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/excmxteq5fuli92tatnh.jpg)USD 2,650/personEpic Osa Peninsula Rainforest AdventureOsa Peninsula, Costa Rica8 Days | Canoeing, Community Visit, Eco LodgeIf you're an adventure seeker looking to truly immerse yourself in the beauty and culture of Costa Rica, then this trip to the Osa Peninsula is for you! Home to an astounding 2.5% of the world's biodiversity, the Osa Peninsula is a truly special p...](/en/go/costarica-rainforest-corcovado-nationalpark-community-tourism-isla-del-cano/osa-community-adventure) [![Monteverde Cloud Forest Day & Night Tour with Naturalist Guide](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/dfjavxthk9dmbfoffkil.jpg)USD 119/personMonteverde Cloud Forest Day & Night Tour with Naturalist GuideMonteverde, Costa RicaFull Day | Hiking, Night Tour, Walking toursExplore the Cloud Forest through two different perspectives - day and night! This privately guided tour gives travelers a chance to observe the beauty of the forest during the day and then see the unqiue wildlife that comes alive after the sun goe...](/en/go/cloud-forest-day-night-tour) [![Corcovado Hike 'El Tigre'](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/kckqn9p8f3eb6x7jraf9.jpg)USD 85/personCorcovado Hike 'El Tigre'Dos Brazos, Costa RicaHalf Day | Birdwatching, Hiking, Wildlife ViewingHike the crown jewel (or golden nugget!) of Dos Brazos, the new Sendero El Tigre, a 7km medium­-high difficulty trail which enters a remote part of Corcovado National Park for 2.5km. In addition to pristine rainforest and wildlfie, you'll get a gl...](/en/go/corcovado-hike-el-tigre) [![Rio Sierpe Mangrove Tour](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/ay0vsbduyop1akyvglz5.jpg)USD 95/personRio Sierpe Mangrove TourSierpe, Costa Rica2-3 Hours | Birdwatching, Boat Tour, Getting to Know LocalsEmbark on a serene boat journey through the untouched Rio Sierpe River mangroves with the local guides of the Osa Rural Tours Cooperative. As you meander through tranquil waterways, witness crocodiles, myriad bird species, and more amidst the lush...](/en/go/rio-sierpe-mangrove-tour) [![Amazonita Rainforest Lodge](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/vgowmbdtl0og3a2buxqw.jpg)USD 60/nightAmazonita Rainforest LodgeDos Brazos, Costa RicaFlexible Stay | Eco Lodge, Hiking, Wildlife ViewingImmerse yourself in the rainforest with a stay in one of the unique open-air cabins at Amazonitas! The beautiful 'casitas' are managed by Zulay, a warm and welcoming host (who also happens to be a great chef and masseuse). With a stay here, you'll...](/en/go/amazonita-rainforest-lodge) [![Boat in, Boat out! Corcovado Adventure and Sirena Station Overnight](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/jjywdomskuktarcatot0.jpg)USD 395/personBoat in, Boat out! Corcovado Adventure and Sirena Station OvernightPuerto Jimenez, Costa Rica2 Days | Boat Tour, Hiking, Time in NatureTwo days, one night. Boat in, explore, boat out! Starting from Drake Bay, journey to the heart of Corcovado National Park and the incredible Sirena Biological Station for an unforgettable and relaxed wildlife experience! You can start or end via D...](/en/go/corcovado-sirena-drake-bay) [![Unexplored forests, Rural Communities & Volcanoes](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/vljw6h7qsyfilvmmd2md.jpg)Customize this trip!Unexplored forests, Rural Communities & VolcanoesZapotal to Rio Celeste to La Anita to Arenal, Costa Rica11 Days | Boat Tour, Canyoning, Chocolate MakingImmerse yourself in the culture and biodiversity of Costa Rica in this off the beaten path adventure. Experience the cloud forest at Zapotal, a rural community with warm and friendly people willing to share the pura vida vibe of the country. Conti...](/en/go/unexplored-forests-rural-communities-volcanoes) [![Caribbean Rainforests, Volcanoes & the Pacific Coast](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/soa0zabxo7bx4byl2jc9.jpg)Customize this trip!Caribbean Rainforests, Volcanoes & the Pacific CoastTortuguero to Arenal to Monteverde to Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica11 Days | Boat Tour, Community Visit, Cultural ActivitiesExperience four of Costa Rica's most exciting destinations: Tortuguero, Arenal Volcano, The Monteverde Cloud Forest, and Manuel Antonio. Several nights in each location will allow you to explore the local culture and soak up the amazing natural wo...](/en/go/caribbean-rainforests-volcanoes-pacific-coast) [![Rafting, Highland Adventure & Rural Community](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/sez8w6oqj0b8szbqnmy7.jpg)Customize this trip!Rafting, Highland Adventure & Rural CommunityPacuare River to Providencia, Costa Rica8 Days | Birdwatching, Getting to Know Locals, RaftingExperience the adventurous side of Costa Rica on this 8 day journey through some of Costa Rica’s wildest destinations! Traverse the Braulio Carrillo National Park as you embark on on an overnight rafting trip on one of the world’s best rivers. Dur...](/en/go/rafting-highlands-highland-adventure-rural-community) [![Explore the Irazu and Turrialba Volcanoes of Cartago Valley](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/ytrim5dthcbdlgajucvx.jpg)USD 95/personExplore the Irazu and Turrialba Volcanoes of Cartago ValleyCartago Valley , Costa RicaFull Day | Community Visit, Getting to Know Locals, Historical SitesTravel with local biologists from San Jose to Cartago province to discover the landscapes and country lifestyle at the foothills of two increidble volcanoes. On this full day tour, you'll walk along one of the largest active craters in the world a...](/en/go/explore-the-irazu-and-turrailba-volcanos-of-cartago-valley) [![Corcovado National Park Adventure from La Leona to Sirena Station](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/qt2mtf6s1ptimh1i3x3b.jpg)USD 540/personCorcovado National Park Adventure from La Leona to Sirena StationPuerto Jimenez, Costa Rica3 Days | Hiking, Wildlife ViewingLooking for the ultimate way to discover the beauty of the Osa Peninsula? Join us on a full three-day tour of the Corcovado National Park! During this adventure, you'll hike along the coastal trails and through the riverine forests of the Osa Peni...](/en/go/la-sirena-corcovado-waterfall-costa-rica/hike-to-sirena-biological-station) [![Dolphin and Whale Spotting on Golfo Dulce](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/xhp2m0jc1d6hgmsr3grh.jpg)USD 155/personDolphin and Whale Spotting on Golfo DulceRincon, Costa Rica2-3 Hours | Boat Tour, Snorkeling, Wildlife ViewingGo out in search of dolphins and other amazing marine life of the Golfo Dulce, one of the four tropical fjords that exist in the world. You will take a boat to enjoy the beautiful landscapes that surround the gulf, seeing forests that seem to disa...](/en/go/boat-tour-golfo-dulce) [![Bunkhouse Experience at Rancho Margot](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/bxg9zxwtgfxcax1xmjek.jpg)USD 90/person/nightBunkhouse Experience at Rancho MargotEl Castillo, Costa RicaFlexible Stay | Cow Milking, Eco Lodge, Farm VisitDisconnect from the stress of everyday life as you escape into the stunning Costa Rican rainforest at Rancho Margot. Stay in a quaint bunkhouse and experience the excitement of sustainable living as you enjoy daily yoga classes, beyond organic far...](/en/go/bunkhouse-experience-rancho-margot) [![White Water Rafting and Cabin Stay on the Pacuare](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/rijd3dpe4wuyjillmnur.jpg)USD 250/personWhite Water Rafting and Cabin Stay on the Pacuare Turrialba, Costa Rica2 Days | Birdwatching, Bungalow, CabinExperience the thrill of white water rafting on one of the top three rivers in the world and immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of the Costa Rican wilderness with Pacuare River Lodge. Professionally guided, this exhilarating journey takes you...](/en/go/riverside-cabin-stay-pacuare-lodge) [![Sky Trek Ultimate Zip Lining](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/ggo8f8af7eksmrzwthfj.jpg)USD 67/personSky Trek Ultimate Zip LiningLa Fortuna, Costa Rica2-3 Hours | Eco-tourism, Wildlife Viewing, ZiplineSoar through the Arenal sky, in between treetops and across expansive canyons as you ride along the Sky Trek Zipline. Your tour will start with an open-air gondola trip to an observation area atop the reserve. From there you will start riding down...](/en/go/sky-trek-zipline) [![Sky Tram Canopy Adventure](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/srz2uz4ortf8yh1tczpt.jpg)USD 49/personSky Tram Canopy AdventureMonteverde, Costa Rica2-3 Hours | Eco-tourism, Wildlife ViewingAscend up into the beauty of the Costa Rican rainforest in your spacious Sky Tram Gondola. This hour long tour will bring you to the highest point in the reserve where you will enjoy stunning views from an expansive observation deck. Along the way...](/en/go/monteverde-costa-rica/sky-tram) [![Deluxe Bungalow Adventure at Sustainable Ranch in Arenal](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/ggfnj6r7tl2afxtate3q.jpg)Customize this trip!Deluxe Bungalow Adventure at Sustainable Ranch in ArenalArenal, Costa Rica4 Days | Eco Lodge, Farm Visit, FishingDisconnect from the stress of everyday life as you escape into the stunning Costa Rican rainforest at Rancho Margot. Stay in a picturesque bungalow and experience the excitement of sustainable living as you enjoy daily yoga classes, beyond organic...](/en/go/eco-lodge-rancho-margot) [![Corcovado National Park and Drake Bay Wilderness Adventure](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/hwthuz7x2lytgankxjjv.jpg)USD 235/personCorcovado National Park and Drake Bay Wilderness AdventureDrake Bay, Costa Rica2 Days | Boat Tour, Hiking, Walking toursThe Drake Wilderness Adventure at Corcovado National Park is a two-day journey through the stunning landscapes of Costa Rica. It features a boat tour to the park, hiking through diverse ecosystems, and wildlife observation. Participants can also e...](/en/go/drake-wilderness-adventure) [![Mountain Trek in Northern Corcovado](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/lspag7cwqqay5atj3dwp.jpg)USD 204/personMountain Trek in Northern CorcovadoLa Palma, Costa Rica2 Days | Birdwatching, Hiking, TrekkingEmbark on a transformative journey to the heart of Costa Rica's wilderness with Lokal Travel's "Mountain Trek in Northern Corcovado". This two-day adventure offers an intimate encounter with the raw beauty of the Osa Peninsula and Corcovado Nation...](/en/go/mountain-trek-in-northern-corcovado) Immerse yourself in the rich biodiversity of Costa Rica with a range of wildlife viewing and nature experiences. From the [Corcovado Trek and Overnight in Sirena Ranger Station](/en/go/sirena-ranger-station-overnight-corcovado-trek) offering an adventure through lush trails to the [Epic Osa Peninsula Rainforest Adventure](/en/go/osa-community-adventure) that lets you swim in crystal clear pools and observe wildlife, there's an encounter for every nature enthusiast. Experience the [Tami Lodge](/en/go/tami-lodge) in Los Santos Forest Reserve for a unique stay with no electricity, or enjoy a [Deluxe Bungalow Adventure](/en/go/eco-lodge-rancho-margot) at a sustainable ranch in Arenal. For those interested in cultural immersion, the [Trekking, Nature and Local Life](/en/go/rural-costa-rica-adventure) in rural Costa Rica provides insights into coffee, sustainable farming, and handcrafts. If you're captivated by the marine life, the [Dolphin and Whale Spotting on Golfo Dulce](/en/go/boat-tour-golfo-dulce) is a must. To tailor your journey, [fill out a questionnaire](/en/qa/costa-rica/explore-all-destinations-all-types-wildlife-viewing-custom-itinerary) and our in-country experts will craft a custom itinerary just for you. 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