Night Walk in Tortuguero: Nocturnal wildlife with a local guide

Walk the forest at night and watch animals emerge that hide during the day

A night walk in Tortuguero National Park with a local ICT-accredited guide, departing from the main dock near Oasis soda. You explore the forest after dark to observe nocturnal wildlife and listen to the sounds of the rainforest. A flashlight and pickup are included. The guide speaks English or Spanish and children from age 4 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Night wildlife walk in Tortuguero

• Meet at Tortuguero main dock
• Explore nocturnal wildlife with guide
• Take photos of night flora and fauna

The experience

The walk starts at the main dock of Tortuguero near Oasis soda, where your local guide picks you up 15 minutes before 6:00 pm. The guide is ICT-accredited and leads the group through Tortuguero National Park as darkness falls, when the nocturnal animals become active. A flashlight is provided for the walk.

The two-hour experience focuses on spotting wildlife that only emerges at night and listening to the forest sounds that change after sunset. The guide points out animals suited to the darkness and helps you frame shots if you want to photograph them. This is one of the best ways to see a different side of Tortuguero's fauna and flora than a daytime visit would show.

What’s included

• Pickup from the main dock near Oasis soda.
• a local ICT-accredited guide who speaks English or Spanish.
• a flashlight for the walk.
• two hours exploring Tortuguero National Park after dark.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 18:00

AgesAdult (30 to 50 years) · Senior (60 and older) · Youth (14 to 28 years) · Child (7 to 13 years) · Infant (4 to 6 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Tortuguero Tours Andrws

Is this one for you?This is a shared group tour, so you'll walk with other travelers and the guide. It suits anyone who wants to see Tortuguero's nocturnal side and doesn't mind walking for two hours on forest paths in the dark with a group.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (14 to 28 years); Child (7 to 13 years); Infant (4 to 6 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What kind of animals will I see on a night walk in Tortuguero?

Tortuguero National Park's nocturnal wildlife includes species that hide during the day and become active after dark. The guide will point out what emerges and explain the forest's nighttime activity, though specific sightings depend on the season and conditions.

Do I need to arrange my own way to the starting point?

Pickup is included. The guide collects all participants from the main dock of Tortuguero near Oasis soda at 15 minutes before 6:00 pm, so you don't need to arrange separate transport to the meeting point.

What should I bring or wear for a night walk in the rainforest?

A flashlight is provided. Wear closed-toe shoes suitable for walking on uneven forest ground, long pants or leggings to protect against insects, and bring insect repellent. The rainforest is humid and can be wet, so moisture-resistant clothing is practical.