? Highlights

• Explore the rainforest after dark with an expert naturalist guide.
  
  

• Walk through diverse habitats including mountains, wetlands, and streams.
  
  

• Spot tree frogs, mirror frogs, the world’s largest frog, and other species.
  
  

• Encounter insects, spiders, stick insects, beetles, and unique reptiles.
  
  

• Safe, guided nighttime adventure suitable for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.
  
  

? Full Description

This unique night experience begins at sunset, when the rainforest of Drake Bay transforms into an entirely different world. Your guide will lead you through secondary forest, streams, wetlands, and rich jungle vegetation, where the sounds of nature intensify and nocturnal creatures begin their nightly activities.

Along the way, you’ll observe a variety of frogs, including colorful tree frogs, fascinating mirror frogs, and even the world’s largest frog species. The rainforest floor and foliage come alive with insects such as grasshoppers, crickets, beetles, spiders, and stick insects.

Reptile sightings are also common on this tour, with possibilities of encountering species like the fer-de-lance, cat-eyed snakes, boa constrictors, and vine snakes. Every step offers new surprises as you learn about Costa Rica’s biodiversity and nighttime ecology. This immersive walk provides an authentic connection to the natural world and reveals the hidden life of the jungle after dark.

? What’s Included

• Certified naturalist guide (English & Spanish)
  
  

• Rubber boots
  
  

• Hotel pickup and drop-off (in some cases)
  
  

? What to Bring

• Flashlight or headlamp
  
  

• Camera
  
  

• Water
  
  

• Rain jacket or poncho
  
  

• Comfortable clothes
  
  

• Shoes suitable for muddy trails
  
  

• Insect repellent
  
  

? Why Travelers Love It

Travelers enjoy this tour for its close-up encounters with nocturnal wildlife, the expertise of passionate guides, and the chance to experience the rainforest in its most mysterious and active nighttime state. Guests often highlight the guide’s knowledge, the variety of animals seen, and the excitement of exploring the jungle under the stars.