Night Tour at Botánica Gardens La Tigra
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A Unique Night Experience Filled with Wildlife and Local Culture
Discover a magical evening with the Night Tour Botánica Gardens La Tigra, located just thirty minutes from La Fortuna. This experience blends wildlife encounters, cultural storytelling, and traditional Costa Rican food in one unforgettable night. You begin your visit with a warm welcome from the Méndez Campos family, who created this inspiring project through dedication and love for their land. Their story introduces the heart of the Night Tour Botánica Gardens La Tigra, guiding your understanding of the area’s transformation.
As daylight fades, you enter the tropical forest with knowledgeable local guides. You explore ecological trails designed for safe and respectful night observation. The Night Tour Botánica Gardens La Tigra invites you to observe frogs, reptiles, birds, and sloths moving through the darkness. More than twenty-nine frog species have been recorded here, offering ideal conditions for wildlife lovers and curious travelers. You experience the forest in its raw and natural state, illuminated by flashlights and enriched by the peaceful sounds of the night.
Tradition, Flavor and Meaning in a Beautiful Costa Rican Setting
After your nighttime exploration, you enjoy a traditional dinner prepared over a wood fire by Doña Gissele. The Night Tour Botánica Gardens La Tigra includes this delicious and meaningful experience, which celebrates local flavors and family traditions. Every dish uses fresh, organic ingredients grown in the surrounding area. Stories, laughter, and cultural memories flow naturally during this shared moment, adding emotional value to your visit.
This tour creates deep connections with nature and community. It suits wildlife photographers, families, couples, and travelers seeking authenticity near La Fortuna. The Night Tour offers a rich combination of culture, biodiversity, and human warmth. You leave with a deeper understanding of Costa Rica’s beauty and the people who protect it.
Included/Excluded
- Welcome and talk about the family project
- Guided night walk (2-3 hours)
- Observation equipment (flashlights)
- Traditional Costa Rican dinner
- Direct interaction with host family
- Transportation from/to La Fortuna (optional)
What to Bring?
- Comfortable clothes
- Closed-toe hiking shoes or sturdy sneakers
- Rain jacket or poncho (weather can change quickly)
- Insect repellent
- Reusable water bottle
- Camera or phone for photos
- Small backpack for your belongings
Booking Information
- Price: Price is per person.
- Sales Tax: A 13% sales tax will be added upon booking.
- Tour Availability: All tours are subject to availability.
- Minimum Booking Requirement: A minimum of two (2) people per booking is required. If you are a solo traveler, please contact us directly by email or WhatsApp for availability.
- Children: Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Transportation: Transportation from most hotels or vacation rentals is included in the price. However, if your hotel or vacation rental is located far from downtown La Fortuna or the route to Arenal Volcano, extra pick-up fees may be charged. Please confirm this during booking.
- Departure Times: Departure times are approximate. The precise pick-up time will be provided on your travel voucher.
Cancellation Policy
- Standard Cancellations: If you need to cancel your reservation for any reason, please send an email to info@toursinarenal.com at least 24 hours prior to your service. You will receive a full refund, except for the 5% credit card fee.
- Holiday Cancellations: For cancellations during the holiday peak season (December 20th - January 4th), please send a written email to info@toursinarenal.com at least 72 hours before your scheduled service. A full refund will be issued, minus the 5% credit card fee.
- Company Cancellations: We reserve the right to cancel a trip due to unfavorable conditions and will only operate tours according to our policies. A full refund will be provided if, on rare occasions, a tour does not run.
- No-Show Policy: Guests must arrive at the agreed-upon time and location. The guide will wait a maximum of 5 minutes. If the guest does not show up, the reservation will be charged 100%.
- Unused Services: Once travel has begun, unused portions of the service will not be eligible for refunds.
Payments
- Currency: Payments will be processed in US dollars.
- Payment Process: Your credit card will be charged using a secure payment link once the service is confirmed.
- Booking Confirmation: Prices, transportation, attractions, services, and travel dates are not confirmed until we receive the required payment.






