Bird Watching Barú

Discover the extraordinary birdlife of Barú on a guided morning walk through 330 hectares of lush tropical forest. With more than 330 bird species recorded in the reserve, every trail offers the possibility of a remarkable encounter, from colorful trogons and motmots to antshrikes, manakins, tinamous and curassows. Follow traces of historic cocoa fields while your naturalist guide shares stories that connect the wildlife, the forest and local culture, including tales inspired by Monkeys Are Made of Chocolate. During the rainy season, some trails may close for safety, ensuring a comfortable and responsible experience for every visitor.

What to expect

• Meet your expert naturalist guide for a 6:00 a.m. departure
• Explore 330 hectares of tropical forest and historic cocoa-field trails
• Look for trogons, motmots, antshrikes, manakins, tinamous and curassows
• Learn how local culture and rainforest wildlife are connected
• Enjoy a personal serving of fresh fruit during the walk

Tour highlights

• 330 hectares of exuberant tropical forest
• More than 330 bird species recorded in the reserve
• Rare opportunity to spot trogons, motmots, antshrikes, manakins and curassows
• Access to the observation tower, subject to availability
• Small-group experience for a maximum of eight people

What's included

• Expert naturalist guide
• Entrance to Barú National Wildlife Refuge
• Observation tower access, subject to availability
• Personal serving of fresh fruit

What we recommend bringing

• Walking shoes or sneakers
• Binoculars
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Camera
• Water
• Insect repellent

Tour details

• Duration: 2–3 hours
• Departure: 6:00 a.m., Monday to Sunday, subject to availability
• Group size: Minimum 2, maximum 8 people
• Requirements: Reception waiver with passport number and closed-toe shoes
• Rainy season: Some trails may close for safety