Private Rainforest Night Walk
Price
Overview
Enter the rainforest after sunset with a naturalist guide dedicated to your group. This private night walk in La Fortuna explores nocturnal wildlife and forest sounds. Notice small details that emerge after daylight fades.
As darkness settles, the tropical forest reveals a different rhythm. Listen closely for movement among leaves and watch for shapes along branches and vegetation. Your guide uses a light to reveal details and explain what you observe. Frogs, insects, reptiles, and other nighttime animals may appear. Their activity changes with weather and natural conditions, so every outing unfolds differently.
Your guide helps you understand how these animals use their habitat after sunset. You may learn why a frog rests on a particular leaf or where insects seek shelter. Wildlife watching takes patience. Even with a dedicated guide, no tour can guarantee a specific sighting.
The private night walk in La Fortuna format keeps the guided experience within your own party. You can ask questions and spend more time discussing the wildlife that interests you. However, private guiding does not necessarily include a customized route or flexible departure time.
We recommend this experience for couples, families, and travelers curious about nocturnal ecosystems. It also offers photographers a chance to observe the forest under different lighting conditions. Unlike daytime sloth walks or hanging bridge tours, this outing highlights sounds and subtle movements after dark.
Prepare for humid weather and possible rain. Wear closed walking shoes and carry lightweight rain protection. Walk slowly and carefully, follow your guide's instructions, and avoid touching animals or plants.
The trail provides opportunities to pause, listen, and notice changes in the surrounding forest. Some evenings bring several sightings. Others highlight the atmosphere of the forest and the guide's explanations. Either way, the experience encourages you to pay attention to a side of La Fortuna that daytime activities rarely reveal.
Included/Excluded
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Bilingual certified guides
- Local trail family
- Led flashlight
- Drinks
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: Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled service by emailing to receive a full refund, minus any applicable credit card processing fee (typically 5%).
Holiday Cancellations (December 20 – January 4): Cancellations during this peak season must be submitted at least 72 hours in advance to qualify for a full refund, minus payment processing fees.
Late Cancellations: Cancellations made after the required notice period are subject to a 100% cancellation fee and are non-refundable.
No-Show Policy: Guests must be present at the agreed pickup time and location. Our guide or driver will wait up to 10 minutes. Failure to appear will be considered a no-show and charged in full.
Late Arrival: If you arrive late but the service can still be operated, the tour will proceed on an adjusted schedule. Activities may be shortened, and no partial refunds will be provided.
Illness or Medical Emergencies: Our preferred solution is to reschedule your experience. If rescheduling is not possible, refund requests will be reviewed individually and may require a medical certificate.
Weather & Force Majeure: If Tours in Arenal cancels a service due to severe weather or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, guests may choose between rescheduling or receiving a full refund.
Company Cancellations: We reserve the right to cancel or modify any service for operational or safety reasons. In such cases, we will offer an alternative, reschedule the service, or provide a full refund.
Unused Services: Once a tour or transfer has started, any unused portion of the service is non-refundable.
Personal Belongings: Tours in Arenal is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal items during transportation or activities.
Liability: By confirming your reservation, you acknowledge that participation is voluntary and at your own risk, and you release Tours in Arenal and its operating partners from liability for events beyond their direct control.
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.
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