Rancho Naturalista (Cartago)

This is the perfect day tour for birders and photographers looking to experience Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast specialties in a single, unforgettable route. We begin the morning in the lush Esquipulas Rainforest, where hummingbirds and forest birds thrive in rich tropical habitat. In the afternoon, we shift to the coastal mangroves, exploring a completely different ecosystem filled with waterbirds and unique endemics. With tropical rivers, beaches, and rainforest-covered mountains as the backdrop, this tour delivers nonstop variety and some of the most exciting target species in the country.

Birds You Can Encounter

The Pacific Coast is home to some of Costa Rica’s most sought-after endemics and specialty hummingbirds. Highlights may include the delicate White-crested Coquette, the rare Mangrove Hummingbird, the beautiful Charming Hummingbird, the impressive White-tipped Sicklebill, the powerful Band-tailed Barbthroat, and the vibrant Violet-headed Hummingbird. Beyond hummingbirds, you’ll also have opportunities to spot iconic coastal species such as trogons, Scarlet Macaws, and elegant Roseate Spoonbills—making this a dream route for both birdwatching and photography.