Vogelbeobachtung in

Mit fast 850 Vogelarten ist Costa Rica unter Vogelliebhabern schon lange ein beliebtes Ziel. Einer der Gr?nde f?r Costa Ricas ausserordentliche Vogelwelt sind die variablen Lebensräume, die das Land bietet: Regenwälder, Mangroven S?mpfe, Strände, Nebelwälder, Fl?sse und vieles mehr. Obwohl so unterschiedlich, liegen die verschiedenen Landschaftsformen mit ihren charakteristischen Bewohnern oft nicht weit voneinander entfernt. Gl?cklicherweise sind die meisten Vögel Costa Ricas nicht scheu, so dass sie relativ einfach zu entdecken sind. Je nach Jahreszeit, Region und Gl?ck ist es möglich bis zu einem Dutzend Vögel an einem Tag zu sehen. Vogelbeobachtungstouren werden von zahlreichen Berg- und Jungle Lodges angeboten und von erfahrenen, ausgebildeten F?hrern begleitet. Viele Zugvögel kommen das ganze Jahr ?ber nach Costa Rica, unter anderem der Fliegenschnäpper und die Goldamsel. Auch tropische Vogelarten sind weit verbreitet, so zum Beispiel Papagaie, Sittiche, Aras, Tukane und nat?rlich der legendäre Göttervogel Quetzal. Es gibt aber noch weitere nicht minder beeindruckende Vögel, wie die Motmots mit ihrem unverwechselbaren Schweif, Pirole und ihre hängenden Nester sowie eine grosse Anzahl von Falken, Milanen und Habichten. Oder begeistern Sie Vögel mit einem besonders schönen Federkleid? Dann halten Sie nach den farbenprächtigen Prachtmeisen sowie Pipras Ausschau und verpassen Sie nicht das perlmutartige Schillern des flatternden Kolibris. Es gibt keinen besseren Ort zur Vogelbeobachtung als Costa Rica.

Day 1 : Arrival - San Jose

A representative from Costa Rican Trails will meet you at the airport and provide transfer to El Rodel Hotel (or El Presidente Hotel)

Overnight at El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel Standard room

Day 2 : Bosque de Paz (B, L, D)

The day starts with a scenic drive to Bosque de Paz, the Peace Forest. This 988 acre private reserve serves as a corridor between two National Parks: Poas and Juan Castro Blanco. This rain and cloud forest is a bird life sanctuary where the Resplendent Quetzal and the emerald toucanet are frequently seen. Bosque de Paz is where you will home for two nights

Overnight at Bosque de Paz Standard room

Day 3 : Hiking and bird watching (B, L, D)

This morning explore the flora and fauna that surrounds the area with your local guide. You will admire wonders of nature: outstanding birds, and wildlife at BOSQUE DE PAZ using the trails through the forest. At our preserve we count with different trails ranging from 1 kilometer to 7.5 kilometers, adding up to 22 kilometers through old growth and second growth forest. They have recorded more than 331 species of birds at our preserve since July, 1997, including Resplendent Quetzal, Scaled Antpitta, Black Guan, Emerald Toucanet, Three Wattled Bellbird, Ornate Hawk-Eagle, Zeledonia, and Silvery-fronted, Tapaculo, Black--faced Solitaire, American Dipper, Golden-browed Chlorophonia, abundant hummingbirds, among many others

Overnight at Bosque de Paz Standard room

Day 4 : & 5 - Rancho Naturalista,Turrialba (B, L, D)

Conveniently located between San Jose and the Caribbean Coast, this lively region is distinguished for its green rolling hills and fertile volcanic farmland.

Rancho Naturalista is among the finest in Central America. Over 450 species of birds have been recorded in the area. These birds may be sampled from this comfortable lodge famous for its excellent food, welcoming hospitality and stunning volcano views. Provisions are also made for non-birding companions who will find Rancho Naturalista a relaxing holiday retreat.

While enjoying your coffee or tea in the early morning on the balcony you will be amazed at the variety of tropical birds coming to the feeders. Groups of Gray-headed Chachalacas, Collared Aracaris, Passerinis Tanagers, and the impressive Montezuma Oropendolas will all provide quite a show. Other likely possibilities include Blue-crowned Motmot, Lineated and Black-cheeked Woodpeckers, Golden-hooded and White-lined Tanagers, and Scarlet-rumped Cacique. Hummingbird feeders only a few feet away are usually buzzing with Green Thorntails, White-necked Jacobins, Green-crowned Brilliants, Green-breasted Mangos, and Rufous-tailed Hummingbirds

Overnight at Rancho Naturalista Standard room

Day 6 : San Gerado de Dota (B)

San Gerardo de Dota is a tiny community in the Talamanca mountains settled in the fresh mist of a mountain valley surrounded by deep cloud forests and filled with massive tropical trees. It is also a paradise for birdwatchers as it has more than 170 bird species, including some of the rarest and endangered bird species. It is a special place for watching the resplendent quetzal bird, one of the most ornate creatures of the wild which belongs to the Trogonidae family.

Various migratory species arrive throughout the different seasons, joining the native species to add still more colorful views for birdwatchers. Among the visitors are the Orioles, Warblers, Tennessees and Raptors - while their native hosts include Long-tailed Silky-Flycatcher, Yellow-winged Vireo, the Flame-throated Warbler, Black-cheeked Warbler, Yellowish Flycatcher, Barred Becard, Tufted Flycatcher, Silvery-fronted Tapaculo, Zeledonia, Torrent Tyrannulet, Collared Trogon, Scintillant Hummingbird, Volcano Hummingbird, Fiery-throated Hummingbird, Spotted Wood-Quail, and of course the most wanted Resplendent Quetzal. In the highlands of the Paramo one can find the Volcano Junco and Timberline Wren

Overnight at Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa Junior Suite

Day 7 : Waterfall Tour (B)

One of the most impressive sceneries in the area is without a doubt the Savegre River Waterfall. Just within an hour walk you will have the opportunity to enjoy this wonderful waterfall surrounded by a dense cloud forest. Your guide will take you through the forest and show you the gorgeous flora and fauna the spreads alongside the crystal waters of the Savegre River, until the point where it turns into an amazing white veil. The Savegre River Waterfall is one more reason to fall in love with San Gerardo de Dota

Overnight at Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa Junior Suite

Day 8 : San José (B)

Return to El Rodeo Hotel (or El Presidente Hotel) at San Jose

Overnight at El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel Standard Room

Day 9 : Departure (B)

Transfer to the international airport will be provided

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