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Experience isolated rainforest lodges and time for birdwatching in a variety of habitats

Trogon Tour - 19 Night Itinerary

A tour designed for birdwatching enthusiasts, staying a specialist lodges with expert local guides to help you discover a wide array of species, particularly at Turialba private reserve.

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Travel Highlights

  • specialist itinerary designed for those with a keen interest in birdwatching 
  • Visit La Paz Waterfall Garden and its extensive collection of butterflies
  • Travel by boat and discover Toucans, Macaws and more in Tortuguero National Park
  • Observe a wide variety of birds at the Selva Verde Rainforest Reserve 
  • Observe Peregrin Falcons and Ospreys from a country retreat in the Gulf of Nicoya  
  • Go in search of the famous Quetzal in the cloud forest at San Gerardo de Dota
  • Spend 3 days exploring the coastal paradise of Corcovado National Park
  • Spend 3 days exploring Turrialba National Park region, with its large number of Hummingbirds

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A lush butterfly garden enclosed in a glass dome, filled with vibrant tropical plants and fluttering butterflies in Costa Rica's Central Valley.
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Sunday, 22 June 2025

Travel to Costa Rica

Depart on a daytime flight to San Jose, arriving the same evening. You will be met by your guide and transferred to the Xnadari Resort, San Jose for a 2-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.


Monday, 23 June 2025

La Paz Waterfall Gardens

Today we visit La Paz Waterfall Gardens, a private reserve set in 70 acres with five waterfalls, hiking trails and a wonderful Butterfly Garden. The park is also a refuge for wild birds that have been injured by illegal hunters. The park cares for them, eventually releasing them back into the wild.

 

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San Jose & Alajuela - First Hotel

Hotel Presidente

The Presidente Hotel is located in the heart of San José in the pedestrian zone of Central Avenue, 2 blocks from the National Theatre and the Cultural Square. The hotel has over 100 comfortable and spacious rooms, which all include cable TV, air conditioning, safety box and en-suite bathroom. The hotel offers amenities such as…

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San Jose & Alajuela - Tourist Hotel

Balmoral Hotel

The Balmoral Hotel is located on Avenida Central, San Jose’s most famous street and walking distance to the historic centre. It is easy to visit  the Iglesia de la Merced, the cathedral, the central and Morazán parks, as well as the impressive gold and jade museums.

The hotel’s rooms include double beds, complimentary coffee, safe, hair…

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Grano de Oro Hotel
San Jose & Alajuela - First Hotel

Grano de Oro

Situated on a shady street just off Paseo Colon, San Jose's main street, the Hotel Grano de Oro is a welcome retreat in the heart of this bustling city. Converted from a tropical Victorian mansion, the hotel preserves the warmth and comfort of a private home, with its atrium terrace and corridors of sparkling fountains…

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San Jose & Alajuela - First Hotel

Buena Vista Hotel

Buena Vista hotel is a Spanish colonial style resort located just outside San Jose, at the top of a mountain offering panoramic views of three volcanoes in the Central Valley - Poas, Barva and Irazu. It is a super place to stay when you arrive in Costa Rica.

The hotel has 30 air-conditioned and comfortable rooms. Deluxe…

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San Jose & Alajuela - Luxury Hotel

Hotel Alta Las Palomas

Located on the outskirts of San Jose in Santa Ana, the 23 room Hotel Alta is an excellent base to explore the capital city and surrounding attractions, including the Poas Volcano.

Public areas include a swimming pool, excellent dining at the elegant La Luz Restaurant and bar or the more relaxed cafe de Verano.

There are 5…

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San Jose & Alajuela - First Boutique

Xandari Resort And Spa

Xandari Resort and Spa is perfectly located for excursions to Poas Volcano, La Paz waterfall gardens, and Doka coffee plantation, and is only 30 minutes’ drive from San Jose International airport. Over 3km of scenic trails through coffee and fruit orchards lead into a lush natural tropical setting with a year-round river and five beautiful…

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4810 Finca Rosa Blanca
San Jose & Alajuela - Luxury Resort

Finca Rosa Blanca

Finca Rosa Blanca Country Inn is situated above the beautiful Central Valley of Costa Rica, offering amazing views of volcanoes, cloud forests and coffee plantations and nestled amongst 10 acres amid hundreds of fruit trees and tropical flora. It offers luxurious rooms including mini bar, Jacuzzi bath and private verandas overlooking the Valley. Each room…

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An aerial view captures the winding Tortuguero canals merging into the Caribbean Sea, framed by lush rainforest and coastal villages on Costa Rica's northeastern shore.
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Tuesday, 24 June 2025

Transfer to Tortuguero National Park

We set off early to drive to Tortuguero National Park, passing banana plantations and taking a scenic river journey to our lodge in the Tortuguero National Park, where we stay for 3-nights on a full board basis. In the afternoon we take an excursion to see the local town and visit the beach. Here, from July to October each year, it is possible to observe thousands of nesting leather-back Turtles - a most incredible sight of nature.  


Wednesday, 25 June 2025

Birdwatching in Tortuguero

In the morning, accompanied by our guide, we will explore Tortuguero National Park by boat, quietly  observing the abundance of bird species in this glorious jungle setting with lagoons, home to spider monkeys, macaws, three toed sloths, caiman, otters and many other species. Return to the lodge to relax.


Thursday, 26 June 2025

Birdwatching in Tortuguero

A further day to explore this unique waterbed national park by boat, or perhaps take a guided hike in the rainforest at dawn to hear and see the birds waking to a new day. 

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Tortuguero Forest & Canals - Tourist Lodge

Evergreen Lodge

Located near the entrance to Tortuguero National Park, Evergreen Lodge offers a sustainable way to explore the rainforest from the Penitencia Canal that flows directly in front of the Lodge.

The lodge has 66 rooms and private bungalows constructed over pillars designed in a Caribbean style, with wooden and bamboo furniture. Each has comfortable beds, ceiling…

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A group of birdwatchers at Selva Verde Lodge focus binoculars and telescopes into the rainforest canopy, immersed in Costa Rica's rich tropical biodiversity.
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Friday, 27 June 2025

Travel to Sarapiqui

From Tortuguero we travel to Sarapiqui to the Selva Verde Lodge for a 3-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. Built on stilts over the Río Sarapiquí, the Selva Verde Lodge stands on the edge of a large private reserve of tropical rainforest and home to some of the best birdwatching in Costa Rica.The abundant biodiversity, comfortable rainforest lodge, and exciting activities are ideal for adventure seekers, bird and wildlife watchers. The lodge can arrange a tailor-made programme for you depending on your interests.


Saturday, 28 June 2025

Birdwatching and wildlife

Choose from a range of optional activities, including specially arranged birdwatching programmes depending on your preferences, guided walks in the Selva Verde rainforest reserve, early morning and night walks and birdwatching, a tour to discover the many species of frogs that frequent the area. Expect to observe keel-billed toucans, great green macaws, wood thrushes, grey-necked wood rails, sun bitterns and violet crowned Woodnymphs are just a few of the birds that inhabit the Selva Verde Rainforest Reserve. For decades, Selva Verde has been a birding hotspot - captivating beginner and expert alike.

 


Sunday, 29 June 2025

More birdwatching opportunities

More opportunity today to discover this special region and learn about their conservation efforts to protect the natural world.

Selva Verde Lodge
Sarapiqui - First Lodge

Selva Verde Lodge Reserve

Located in Sarapiqui county, Selva Verde is a rainforest reserve with 500 acres of tropical nature and a haven for nature enthusiasts from around the world. The abundant biodiversity, comfortable rainforest lodge, and exciting activities are ideal for adventure seekers, bird and wildlife watchers, and families. 

The lodge has forty well-appointed rooms, five secluded bungalows, and…

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A cluster of terns perches on driftwood along the Gulf of Nicoya, making La Ensenada a serene sanctuary for coastal birdwatching in Costa Rica.
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Monday, 30 June 2025

Travel to La Ensenada Lodge

Today we travel to the Pacific coast and check-into La Ensenada Lodge for a 3-night stay on a full board basis. La Ensenada is a working farm in a glorious coastal setting with over 800 acres of its own private estate. The focus here is conservation and re-wilding the landscape so wildlife and birds can thrive. So successful they have been the Costa Rican government has given them the status of 'National Wildlife Refuge'.


Tuesday, 01 July 2025

Birdwatching and hiking

During your stay, you can participate in the daily activities of the farm and appreciate typical country life of Costa Rica. Birdwatching is one of the main activities and on a guided tour you can expect to see a huge variety on endemic species on an optional gilded hike.


Wednesday, 02 July 2025

Boat excursion on the Bebedero River

Today, opt for a tour by boat on the Bebedero River where you can observe many varieties of birds including crested caracara, common black hawk, peregrin falcon, osprey, laughing falcon, mangrove swallow and many others. You will also see monkeys, crocodiles, iguanas and raccoons.

A birdwatchers dream location
Nicoya Peninsula - Tourist Hacienda

La Ensenada Lodge

La Ensenada Sanctuary is located in its own 800 acres estate, on the Pacific Coast, in the Gulf of Nicoya. It is an ideal place for birdwatchers, naturalists and nature lovers in general. The Tretti facility are committed to sustainability and have a major reforestation project and other work to protect this special area of…

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Resplendent Quetzal perched in cloud forest, vibrant green and red plumage, Costa Rica.
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Thursday, 03 July 2025

Transfer to San Gerado de Dota

Travel south today to San Gerado de Dota, A lush region of cloud forest and one of the best places to observe the Resplendent Quetzal - one of the most beautiful birds in Costa Rica. Check-in to Trogon Lodge for a 2-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. The rest of the day is at leisure or you can enjoy one of several guided tours.


Friday, 04 July 2025

Quetzal Quest

Trogon Lodge's signature tour. From the Trogoniade Family and sacred bird to the ancient indigenous cultures, Quetzals have a peaceful and tranquil living in the area and reside here year round. The climate and good amount of food (Aguacatillo tree) provide a great habitat for these birds. Join a local guide departing at 6am on this 2 hour walk, searching for the mythical Quetzal, while enjoy the natural scenery of the forest of San Gerardo de Dota

Later, join your guide to observe some of the 170 bird species have been identified in the area so far, including tanagers, black guans, flycatchers, hummingbirds, trogons, emerald toucanet and sparrows, among many others.

 

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San Gerardo de Dota - First Lodge

Trogon Lodge

Trogon Lodge, named after a popular Costa Rican bird has 23 rustic and comfortable wooden cabins, all with heating, private bathroom, hot water, and a small shared terrace. The family style restaurant serves delicious home cooked meals, and there is also a bar with forest view and balcony, pool table and original duke box.

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A vibrant Red-capped Manakin perches on a rainforest branch, its scarlet crown striking against the lush greenery of Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula.
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Saturday, 05 July 2025

Transfer to Luna Lodge

Today we travel to Puerto Jimenez, the gateway to the lesser-visited Osa Peninsula and Corcovado National Park. Located on the coast, with stunning views and pristine rainforest, the Luna Lodge is a perfect base to explore the wildlife and birdlife that thrives here. We stay for 3-nights on a full board basis.


Sunday, 06 July 2025

Explore Corcovado National Park

There is a reason people stay at Luna Lodge for their adventure into Corcovado National Park with guided tours into the park led by experienced naturalist guides. Often referred to as one of the best national parks in the world, Corcovado National Park was created in the mid-1970s and it was designed by the nature of its watershed. The park is home to almost 400 species of birds, 140 species of mammals, 116 species of amphibians and reptiles, over 500 species of trees, and more than 6,000 species of insects. And with 13 major ecosystems, the park protects endangered species such as jaguars, pumas, crocodiles, tapirs, poison dart frogs, and harpy eagles.


Monday, 07 July 2025

Birdwatching tours

Today you can opt for a choice of guided birdwatching tours. Rise and shine to the fresh early morning air to find hundreds of birds already awake. We have two different loop trails that are available. For keen birders and animal lovers, the tour will be a special treat. And in the afternoon, travel to the river valley and encounter colourful birds like the turquoise cotinga, scarlet macaw, red-crowned woodpecker, bright-rumped attila, fiery-billed aracari and many more species.

The lodge has compiled a comprehensive list of almost 300 birds in the area along with their sighting frequency. Avid birders can check off birds as they are seen during their visit.

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Osa Peninsula & Corcovado - Tourist Lodge

Luna Lodge

Luna Lodge is situated within 60 acres of primary and secondary rainforest, on the pristine and captivating Osa Peninsula in Carate near Corcovado National Park. 

Corcovado is one of the largest parks in Costa Rica and protects one-third of the peninsula. Described as “…the most biologically intense place on Earth.” by National Geographic Magazine.

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Central America, Costa Rica -  A hummingbird feeds from a vibrant tropical flower in the lush rainforest.
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Tuesday, 08 July 2025

Transfer to Turrialba Volcano National Park

Today, travel to Puerto Jimenez and fly to San Jose. From here, travel to Turrialba Volcano National Park and one of Costa Rica's most popular birdwatching lodges, Rancho Natualista where you stay for 3-nights on a full board basis. The lodge is located on the edge of the National Park.

The park itself is a mix of cloud and rain forest and apart from the volcano, is a haven for a vast number of bird species, including giant toads, agouti, toucans, howler monkeys, armadillos, various species of hummingbirds, tanagers, collared aracaris, chachalacas and even an occasional rufous motmot. At the base of Cerro Silencio you can observe foraging mixed flocks, and in the rivers you have a chance to see a sunbittern.


Wednesday, 09 July 2025

Birdwatching tours

Superb birdwatching today. Multiple species of hummingbirds, as well as many other birds, can be seen right from the balcony where you also have a great view of the distant smoking Turrialba volcano. Over 450 species of birds have been recorded in the private forest reserve and within the local area. You can hike and bird the trails on your own and excellent guides are also available. The weather is almost perfect year-round, not too hot and not too cold.

 


Thursday, 10 July 2025

Other activities to enjoy

In addition to birdwatching, you can enjoy a night walk in the forest, discover butterflies and moths, adventure activities, a coffee tour, cooking classes, a visit to a local pool, horseback riding, Spanish lessons and a painting class.

Rancho Naturalista
Turrialba Volcano National Park - First Lodge

Rancho Naturalista

Located just 2 hours drive from San Jose, Rancho Naturalista is set in its own private reserve 3000 feet above sea level in the Northern end of the Talamanca mountain range in premontane rainforest.

Multiple species of hummingbirds, as well as many other birds, can be seen right from the balcony where you also have a…

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A grand historic building in downtown San Jose, proudly flying the Costa Rican flag, reflects the capital's cultural and political heritage.
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Friday, 11 July 2025

Fly back to the UK

Transfer to San Jose International Airport for your overnight flight back to the UK.


Saturday, 12 July 2025

Arrive in the UK

Arrive in the UK in the morning.

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