Manuel Antonio Herping Night Tour (Reptiles and Amphibians)
it is rewarding and memorable to see a client experience the first close encounter with a large Fer-de-lance (Bothrops asper), a new world-class "Lifer" with a maximum of 6 people per group tour, we guarantee to provide detailed attention to all participants.
We will be sure to dedicate full time to searching and exploring the best areas, to ensure we find the species that make Costa Rica a great herpetology destination.
We suggest you contact us before the tour and share any specific goals or species requests you have in mind. We will prioritize any special requests first and then find the tour's famous icons, such as the red-eyed tree frog (Agalychnis callidryas), the turnip-tailed gecko (Thecadactylus rapicauda), the granular glass frog (Cochranella granulosa), the eyelash viper. (Bothriechis sp)
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Manuel Antonio Herping Night Tour (Reptiles and Amphibians)
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What's included in Manuel Antonio Herping Night Tour (Reptiles and Amphibians)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Manuel Antonio National Park
Designed to provide you more detailed and specific explanations about the fascinating herpetofauna found in the private nature trails and gardens of Hotel Playa Espadilla, whose main trail is located right next to the boundaries of Manuel Antonio National Park, divided by a seasonal creek that organically attracts amphibians and reptiles in the dry (January-April) and wet (May-December) season. After our safety talk, site management rules, and photography recommendations, we will begin the search for any specific request or evacuate any questions you may have in mind. Some of the main target species to find and photograph during the tour are snakes such as Fer-de-Lance Viper and Eye-Lash Pit Viper, Coral Snakes, and any Colubrid member such as Boas, Vine, Cat-eyed, Racers, and others. All frogs starting with the iconic Red-eyed Tree Frog, Masked Tree Frog, Gladiator and Milk Tree Frogs, or any other interesting herpetological species such as the Basilisk, Helmeted and Night lizards.
Inclusions
- Round-trip transportation included and customizable, parking available if you drive to the place.
- Professional certified bilingual tour guide (Certified by the Costa Rican Tourism Board)
- Use the included Swarovski spotting scope to get a closer, deeper look at macrofauna.
- NITECORE latest generation flashlights provided, fully rechargeable, power and functionality.
- Dinner
- Transportation from outside Quepos.
- Thousands of plastic bottles are contaminating our National Parks, rivers, and oceans each year. So, don’t forget the BPA-free water bottle that you can refill as many times as you’d like
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Wear light, breathable, and comfortable clothes, light cotton T-shirt and pants are ideal for the tour (Long sleeve shirts are not necessary)
- It is mandatory to wear closed-toe shoes (tennis or hiking boots) to participate in the tour.
- We do not recommend the night tour for children under 6 years old.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We suggest driving your own vehicle instead of using our shuttle service. It's much easier and more convenient for both parties; there's a secure parking lot in front of Morpho Beach Bar. Simply drive 100 meters past the Hotel Playa Espadilla entrance on Calle Bosque (gravel road) and park anywhere on your right.)
Meeting / End Points
- Hotel Playa Espadilla is within walking distance of most hotels near the national park entrance. It's less than a 5-minute walk from the bus stop and several local restaurants.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation. Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.