La Fortuna Night Tour: Private Nocturnal Wildlife Walk

Walk the jungle at night and spot sloths while a guide teaches you what moves in the dark

A private 2-hour nocturnal wildlife walk in La Fortuna led by a local guide fluent in English, Spanish or French. You'll search for sloths and other night-active species on an easy trail near town, learning about the animals as you find them; entrance fee, spotting scope and seasonal fruit are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Night wildlife walk in La Fortuna

• Meet local guide
• Walk through jungle at night
• Spot nocturnal wildlife
• Learn about local species
• Search for sloths

The Experience

What comes alive after dark in La Fortuna? A lot. The guide meets you and leads a short walk through the property, which sits close enough to town that you can get there without a separate transfer. The route is easy—the operator notes it suits all fitness levels—and takes about 2 hours. A spotting scope comes with you, which means you can see detail in the animals you find instead of just shapes in the beam of a flashlight.

The guide's job is to show you what's actually there and teach you about it as you go. Sloths are the main target, but nocturnal wildlife in this part of Costa Rica includes frogs, insects, spiders and birds that don't move until the sun goes down. The walk is private, so the pace and the stops are yours—if something holds your attention, you stay with it. Seasonal fruit is included, a small thing that breaks up the walk and gives you a taste of what grows here.

What’s included

• Entrance fee to the property.
• spotting scope for viewing wildlife.
• seasonal fruit.
• local guide in English, Spanish or French.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Yaxché Experience Costa Rica

Is this one for you?At 2 hours, the walk leaves room for other activities in your day without eating the whole afternoon. It's built for anyone who wants to see what the jungle does at night without committing to a full-day expedition or arranging their own transport to a remote site.

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Top questions

What kind of animals will I actually see on a night walk in La Fortuna?

Sloths are the main focus, and the guide will search for them during the walk. You'll also encounter frogs, insects, spiders and nocturnal birds—the species that emerge after dark in this part of Costa Rica.

Is the 2-hour walk difficult, or can anyone do it?

The walk is easy and suitable for all fitness levels. The property is close to La Fortuna town and the trail is short, so it's manageable for families and people of varying abilities.

What's included in the price besides the walk itself?

Entrance fee to the property, a spotting scope to see animals in detail, and seasonal fruit are all included. The guide is a local who speaks English, Spanish or French.

Do I need to arrange my own way to get there?

The property is close to La Fortuna town, and public transportation options are available nearby. You can arrange your own transport or ask the operator about pickup when you book.

Can I bring young children or a baby on this tour?

Yes. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available. Service animals are also allowed.