Twilight Wildlife Tour
The changeover hour, when day and night animals overlap
Overview
The hour either side of sunset is the busiest of the rainforest day and almost nobody books it. Day animals are making their last moves - sloths shifting position, toucans settling into roosts, agoutis feeding on the forest floor - while the nocturnal shift is just waking up. You walk the same reserve as the sloth tour but in falling light, which means you often get both sets of animals on one walk. Guides carry flashlights for the last stretch. It is a quieter, cooler, less crowded version of the reserve and a good choice if you have already done a daytime tour.
Highlights
- Day and night animals active on the same walk
- Coolest and quietest hour in the reserve
- Sunset light through the canopy
- Flashlights provided for the last stretch
- Small groups of up to 12
Included
- Guided twilight walk
- Reserve entrance fee
- Certified naturalist guide
- Flashlights
- Round-trip hotel pickup in the La Fortuna area
Not included
- Dinner
- Photos
- Guide gratuity
- 13% national sales tax
Meeting point & getting there
Departure times
- 4:30 PM
What to bring
- Closed-toe walking shoes
- Long trousers
- Insect repellent
- Light rain jacket
- Camera with a flash
Good to know before you book
- Suitable for all ages
- Must be comfortable walking a flat trail in low light
Safety
- Stay behind your guide once the light drops
- Never touch frogs, snakes or insects
- Flash photography is limited to protect the animals
Children
Children 6-10 pay 50% of the adult rate. Children under 6 join free.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure. Inside 48 hours the tour is non-refundable, though we will always try to move you to another date first. Tours run rain or shine; if the operator cancels for safety you are refunded in full.
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