Join expert tour guide Eduardo Venegas on a Monteverde birdwatching tour in Costa Rica. Explore the diverse flora and fauna of this beautiful country with a focus on the rare oilbird species.
- Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve - More than 500 species of birds can be found in the Monteverde area, that is more than what it can be found in the entire continental U.S.!
If you are an avid birdwatcher, have an special interest for these exciting creatures, or just want to learn more about the birds of Costa Rica, while you try to scope them in their natural habitat, then you need a knowledgeable, passionate, and experienced guide who can accompanying you in this quest.
As a birdwatcher you know that there is not more satisfaction and excitement than when see that bird that you have been dreaming to spot.
Eduardo Venegas has dedicated many years of his life to learn about the local flora and fauna. Over the years he has developed a special interest for birds of Costa Rica. He has spent numerous hours in research and documenting the different species of birds in Monteverde and Costa Rica. He has documented and researched the presence of a rare specie in Costa Rica, the oil bird.
- Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Entrance Fee included
- Transportation to/from your hotel is NOT included but it can be arranged for you
Eduardo Venegas is a seasoned tour guide who possesses a deep understanding of local plant and animal life. Having devoted over two decades to the field of eco-tourism, he has a particular fascination with Costa Rican bird species, having spent considerable time conducting research and study of the myriad species that inhabit this compact nation.
He made notable contributions to the photography and technical review process of the publication ‘An Illustrated Field Guide to Birds of Costa Rica’, released by Incafo Costa Rica S.A.
Venegas’ latest and significant research focuses on the presence of the oilbird (Steatornis caripensis) in Costa Rica. This bird is a rare nocturnal creature in Costa Rica and originally hails from South America, being the only night-flying bird with a diet solely composed of fruit. Since 2010, Venegas has been investigating the behaviour, habitat, and dispersion of this bird in collaboration with INBIO (Costa Rica’s National institute of Biodiversity and MINAET).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
