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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)
Itinerary
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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.
What's included
- 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.
What's not included
- Dinner
- Thousands of plastic bottles are contaminating our National Parks, rivers, and oceans each year. So, donu2019t forget the BPA-free water bottle that you can refill as many times as youu2019d like
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund 1+ days before departure
- 0% refund Within 1 days of departure
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- Closed-toe shoes (tennis shoes or hiking boots) are required for the tour. The property management does not permit Crocs, Keens, Tevas, or any semi-open-toe shoes.
- Wear light, breathable, and comfortable clothes, light cotton T-shirt and pants are ideal for the tour (Long sleeve shirts are not necessary)
- Due to heavy rain or windy conditions, we recommend booking any type of night tours within the first few days of your arrival. During the rainy season (early May through late December), rain is a factor, and we may cancel or reschedule the tour to later days of your vacation.
- We do not recommend the night tour for children under 6 years old.