With more than 350 bird species inhabiting the region, this tour is ideal for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone hoping to see rare and endemic species of the Osa Peninsula. Our expert guides help you locate and identify the area's most remarkable birds with personalized attention and low environmental impact. It is a short but enriching activity, perfect for enjoying nature without demanding hikes. If you are looking for a particular species, you can check with the guides beforehand, as some are more visible at specific times of day.
The Drake Bay area and the Osa Peninsula are among the richest ornithological regions in Central America, home to more than 350 bird species, many of them endemic or with very limited distribution. This tour is designed so you can enjoy birdwatching with guides who know in detail the habitats, behaviors, and seasonal presence of each species. The activity combines gentle walks without long treks, allowing you to pause as long as needed to observe, identify, and photograph the birds. Respect for the environment and the birds always comes first, avoiding noise or approaches that disturb their natural routines. You can also share your preferences—for example, if you are looking for specific species or want to focus on photography—to adjust the route as much as possible.
What to bring
Pack light
Small bag for the boat and the trail. We keep the rest onboard.
Your bag
Good to know
Local notes
Practical details so the day runs the way it should.
Before you go
Minimum age: 6 years and older. Activity level: Easy, though terrain is not completely flat. The route can be adapted to specific birdwatching interests when coordinated in advance. A minimum group of 2 people is required for the tour to run.
Osa Peninsula, Drake Bay, Costa Rica
Drake Bay and surrounding Osa Peninsula habitats, near Corcovado National Park.
On the map
Forest edges and coastal habitats around Drake Bay for scarlet macaws, toucans and more.
Guests walk to the meeting point indicated by the guide on the day of the tour, or arrive in their own vehicle.