Why Cloud Forest Birding Feels Different in Costa Rica
Bird Watching
Misty, quiet, and unlike lowland birding — here's what to expect from Costa Rica's cloud forests, from spotting the Resplendent…
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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.
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…
King Vulture Venture 2026 Trip Report: 15 Days of Bird Photography in Costa Rica
Trip ReportsKing Vulture Venture was a 15-day bird photography tour across Costa Rica designed for photographers who want time, flexibility, and…
Why Costa Rica is Not a One-and-Done Birding Destination
Costa Rica Birding BlogIf you think Costa Rica is a one-and-done birding destination, you probably haven’t been back yet. This small country delivers…
Tracking the Trogons 2026 Trip Report: 11 Days, 6 Trogon Species, 310 Birds
Bird Watching, Costa Rica Birding Blog, Trip ReportsTracking the Trogons 2026 was an 11-day small group birding tour across Costa Rica that successfully located six trogon species…
Why January Is Excellent for Bird Photography in Costa Rica
Bird Watching, Costa Rica Birding Blog, PhotographyDiscover why January offers ideal light, weather, and species diversity for bird photography in Costa Rica — from Resplendent Quetzals…
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