7 Night Walks in La Fortuna to Build a Day Around

1.Chocolate and Night Tour in La Fortuna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $67Our pick

Start at Don Juan Tours La Fortuna at 5:45 pm for a two-hour evening walk focused on cacao, nocturnal wildlife, and Costa Rican plants. Guides such as Alex and Yen use a scope to spot frogs, sloths, lizards, birds, and insects. You will taste cacao, make your own chocolate bar, and sample dark, milk, and white chocolate.

“The tour was amazing! Learning from start to finish of how chocolate is made and getting to make our own bar was so fun. Yen was the best guide and spotted many frogs to show us as well as three sloths. Would definitely recommend!”

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2.Ecogarden Arenal Night Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60

At 6 p.m., you explore Ecogarden Arenal in La Fortuna with a guide such as Jose or Joshua, searching for frogs, sloths, caimans, birds, reptiles, and insects. The two-hour walk includes snacks, and some outings finish with a homemade empanada and warm sugarcane drink. Groups can include up to 20 people.

“Young Joshua who led us through this small sliver of jungle paradise was on point. His ability to locate even the smallest and most hidden of creatures was truly astounding. From the poison dart frog practically invisible under a leaf to a slot who came down from the upper reaches of the canopy stop right in front of us, it was one amazing experience after another. Great hospitality before and after and a truly memorable evening for all of us!”

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3.Arenal Oasis Night Walk from Arenal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 80 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $70

You’ll walk flat rainforest trails at Arenal Oasis after dark, beginning with ponds that shelter at least 28 frog species. Naturalist guides such as Angie, Jason, Edson, Vitor, and Gerald point out red-eyed tree frogs, snakes, insects, sloths, and other night creatures. Hotel pickup from the Arenal Zone is included.

“We had a tremendous rainstorm earlier that day and the frogs, giant grasshoppers and more were out en mass. We had a phenomenal guide who was very knowledgeable and engaging, and who also pointed out a large snake and tree sloth. Great experience in a small group (6 of us). Don’t miss it!”

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4.Frog Watching Jungle Night Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $67

Meet at Callidryas Tours at 6:15 pm for a two-hour walk through a wild frog sanctuary near Arenal Volcano. Your guide leads you past freshwater ponds and along flat rainforest trails, using a flashlight to find red-eyed tree frogs, rain frogs, snakes, insects, and other night wildlife. Angie and Pedro are among the guides praised for their sharp eyes and clear explanations.

“Guide was great, informative & helpful lots of frogs and snakes. Be careful thir everywhere. I took pictures of frogs didn't see snake until I went through photos. It was hidden from view under plants. Guide carries snake, pole moves plants so you get a better look at animals. I have done a couple of night tours this was the best”

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5.Night Walk Experience at Natura Eco Park, (frogs snakes mammals insects birds)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $56

At 6:00 pm, join a professional guide at Arenal Natura Eco Park for an easy two-hour walk through tropical forest after sunset. Look for more than 20 frog species, red-eyed tree frogs, snakes, sloths, armadillos, insects, and nocturnal birds. Groups are capped at 10, and bottled water is included.

“Noelia was a great guide for this fun walk through the jungle. They have a little zoo which is cool. We saw lots of frogs and got some great photos.”

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6.La Fortuna Night Tour – Private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $110

Walk about 1 kilometer through Ecocentro Danaus with a bilingual guide such as Elias, Luis, Chino, or Melvin. The private two-hour outing focuses on nocturnal frogs, snakes, bats, lizards, sloths, and forest plants. Entrance and refillable cold water are included. Bring insect repellent, rain protection, and closed shoes.

“Elias was fantastic in helping organise tours for our time in La Fortuna. Luis was our guide for the night tour at Papa's Place & his knowledge was exceptional. We saw so many frogs, snakes & other creatures - totally recommend this tour & Elias Nature Tours. Elias also arranged a tour of the Mistico Hanging Bridges, a sloth tour & a coffee & chocolate tour - all were great fun. Thanks for a great experience!”

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7.Frog Watching Night Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 31 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $50Best value

Follow a trained naturalist along flat rainforest trails and past frog ponds at Arenal Oasis, starting around 5:45 PM. Flashlights are supplied, groups are limited to eight, and guides such as Edson and Saul have helped visitors locate frogs, insects, and snakes. Closed shoes are required, and transportation is not included.

“Would 100% do this walk again! Saul was our guide and it was great! We were very lucky to have seen some great things! Saul was knowledgeable and had a great eye for frogs, bugs, and snakes! Hopefully we get this lucky the next time we visit!”

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