Sloth and bird wildlife walk in La Fortuna: 100% sloth guarantee

Spot sloths in an untouched forest, then photograph them with a telescope

A 1.5-hour guided wildlife walk through primary forest near La Fortuna where you search for sloths, exotic birds, frogs and insects with an expert guide and telescope included. The operator guarantees you will see sloths or offers a refund. The guide speaks English or Spanish.

The Experience

The walk follows quiet paths through forest that has never been cleared or heavily disturbed, which is what keeps the animals visible and the ecosystem intact. You move slowly enough to spot movement in the canopy and to photograph what you find—the telescope stays with you the whole time so you can frame details a phone camera would miss. The guide knows where sloths tend to rest and how to read the forest for birds, frogs and insects, pointing out what you would walk past otherwise.

The tour runs about 1.5 hours, long enough to move through several sections of the property without rushing, but short enough to fit into a morning or afternoon. Infants and small children can come along in a stroller or pram if needed. The forest itself is the main event—no stops at a visitor center or a gift shop, just the walk and what lives there.

Because the operator guarantees you will see sloths, if you don't spot one, you get your money back. That promise shapes how the guide works and where the walk goes, so the tour is built around actually finding them rather than hoping you might.

What’s included

• Expert guide in English or Spanish.
• telescope for wildlife viewing and photography.
• walk through primary forest with sloths, birds, frogs and insects guaranteed or your money back.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Mundo De Perezosos

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English or Spanish, so you can follow the commentary and the animal identification in whichever language you prefer. The walk suits any fitness level and moves at a pace that lets you stop and look, so it works whether you are a keen photographer or just want to see the animals without strain.

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Top questions

Will I definitely see sloths on this walk?

Yes—the operator guarantees it. If you don't spot a sloth during the 1.5-hour tour, you receive a refund.

What animals might I see besides sloths?

Exotic birds, frogs and insects live in the same forest ecosystem. The guide will point out what moves in the canopy and on the ground as you walk the quiet paths.

How long does the walk take?

The tour lasts about 1.5 hours, moving at a pace that lets you spot animals and take photographs without rushing.

Is there a telescope included?

Yes, a telescope is included so you can frame details of the wildlife you find and take better photographs through it.

Can I bring small children or a baby?

Infants and small children can join the walk; you can bring a pram or stroller if you need one.

What language does the guide speak?

The guide speaks English or Spanish, so you can choose the language you are most comfortable with.