Night walk in Osa Peninsula rainforest
Rainforest Night Tour

Night Walk Experience

2-3 hours
Easy
Up to 8
From $60 per person

Tour Overview

Discover the nocturnal wonders of the rainforest after dark. Spot frogs, snakes, insects, and sleeping birds with expert guides using red-light flashlights to minimize disturbance.

Tour Highlights

Discover nocturnal wildlife rarely seen during day

Expert night-vision spotting techniques

Red-light flashlights to minimize disturbance

See frogs, snakes, insects, and sleeping birds

Learn about rainforest ecology after dark

Small groups for quiet observation

Itinerary

6:00 PM

Meeting Point

Gather at trailhead as sun sets

6:30 PM

Night Walk Begins

Enter forest as darkness falls, begin spotting nocturnal creatures

8:30 PM

Return

Complete tour and return to meeting point

What's Included

  • Certified naturalist guide
  • Red-light flashlights
  • Insect repellent
  • Bottled water
  • Safety equipment

What's Not Included

  • Hotel transportation
  • Gratuities
  • Personal items

Requirements & What to Bring

  • Comfortable closed-toe shoes
  • Long pants recommended
  • Insect repellent
  • Camera with night mode (optional)
  • Small flashlight (optional)

What Travelers Say

"Magical experience! We saw poison dart frogs, a fer-de-lance snake, and countless insects. Our guide's knowledge was incredible."

— Lisa R., Canada

Availability & Booking

From

$60

per person

Tour Details

Duration

2-3 hours

Group Size

Up to 8

Difficulty

Easy

Languages

English, Spanish

Meeting Point

Drake Bay Village Center

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before start time.

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