Birding in Costa Rica in May: Weather, Bird Activity, and Fewer Crowds
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May is a strong month for birding in Costa Rica — breeding activity, soft photography light, quiet reserves, and better…
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Useful information on our Birding Costa Rica Blog, find great tips, the best bird watching tours in Costa Rica and birding lodges to joy your journey.
From 50 Lifers to Life long Memories
Trip ReportsA family birding trip through Caño Negro, Sarapiquí, and Savegre logged 51 lifers and 257 species in 12 days —…
Planning Your First Birding Trip to Costa Rica: What You Should Know
Bird WatchingIf you’re planning your first birding trip to Costa Rica, you’re in for something special. With over 930 recorded species…
How to Pace a Costa Rica Birding Trip (So Everyone’s Happy)
Bird WatchingOne of you wants to log 200 species in a week. The other wants coffee by the feeders and whatever…
Why Cloud Forest Birding Feels Different in Costa Rica
Bird WatchingMisty, quiet, and unlike lowland birding — here's what to expect from Costa Rica's cloud forests, from spotting the Resplendent…
The Best Birding Happens Between the Plans
Bird WatchingThe best birding moments often happen between the planned stops. Why the right kind of structure — not more of…
Private Birding Guides in Costa Rica: Are They Worth It?
Bird WatchingDiscover how private birding guides in Costa Rica improve sightings, save time, and deepen your experience with expert local knowledge.
Costa Rica Bird Photography Tour Report — 202 Species and 29 Hummingbirds
Photography, Trip ReportsThis 12-night bird photography tour brought together a small international group of eight guests from Canada, the United States, and…
Costa Rica’s Sweet Spot for Birding and Photography
Costa Rica Birding BlogBirding in Costa Rica in April and May For many travelers, Costa Rica is synonymous with “dry season.” December through…
Spring Bird Migration in Costa Rica: What to Expect
Costa Rica Birding BlogDiscover how spring migration unfolds in Costa Rica—from Swainson's Hawks to nocturnal songbirds. Learn the best times and places to…
King Vulture Venture II — February 2026 Trip Report
Trip ReportsLed by our exceptional bird photography guide, Andrés Zúñiga, this demanding 14-night itinerary was designed for depth, variety, and strategic…
311 Birds in 9 Days: A Costa Rica Birding Testimonial from E. Hoggard
Photography, Trip ReportsEarlier this year, visiting birder Ethan Hoggard spent nine days exploring several of Costa Rica’s most productive birding regions. By…
Is Costa Rica Birding Good for Beginners? What to Really Expect on a Tour
Bird Watching, Costa Rica Birding BlogAre you worried you're not experienced enough for a Costa Rica birding tour? Our guides have worked with every skill…
Why slowing down makes you a better birder in Costa Rica
Costa Rica Birding BlogRushing through Costa Rica's rainforest means missing the birds. Learn why the slowest walkers see the most species, and how…
Costa Rica Birds and Beyond Trip Report | January 19–30, 2026
Trip ReportsScarlet Macaws, Great Potoo, hummingbirds, whales, and a surprise owl at dinner—see what made our 2026 Birds and Beyond tour…
Courtship displays and bird behavior in Costa Rica
Costa Rica Birding BlogBirding in Costa Rica isn’t just a numbers game—it’s an invitation to witness some of the most fascinating bird behavior…
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