Monteverde Night Hike at Bosque Forest in Monteverde Costa Rica
Leave it to nature to guide us on this fun, informative hike through a series of trails that will afford you the opportunity to observe the nightlife of a growing forest, you’re given a flashlight and sent to begin your night hike with a naturalist guide.
The trails are well marked and easy to walk in the dusks failing light, yet
rustic enough to remind you that you’re in a wilderness environment. The walk
is generally flat, but there are some not-too-steep uphill and downhill
sections.
Some of the wildlife you might see as day turns to night includes porcupines,
toucans and other sleeping birds, owls, agoutis, coati mundis, snakes, walking
sticks, tarantulas, katydids, and an array of other cool insects. Of course,
there are no guaranteed sightings, so don’t expect all these creatures to be
waiting just for you! Typically though this time of transition into night
offers a good opportunity to view nocturnal mammals as well as diurnal animals
as they prepare for night.
The El Bosque guides are very knowledgeable, always willing to answer your questions, and have good eyes for seeing wildlife. Overall, this tour is a great option for an early evening activity those who want to have an easy-paced walk and learn a few things, too.
There are bathroom facilities available at the entrance.
Pick-up time from your hotel: 5.15- 5.30pm (depending on your hotel
location)
Tour begins: 5:30pm
Tour ends: 7:30pm
Price (up to Dec 31st): $22 per person. Includes entrance fee, tranport from your
hotel and guide.
Price (from Jan 1st 2012): $25 per person. Includes entrance fee, tranport from your
hotel and guid
