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The Night Tour with Tracie The Bug Lady and Gianfranco Gomez

5.0(460)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 460 reviews3 hFree cancellationBy The Night Tour with Tracie The Bug Lady
The rainforest is full of mystery and surprises. Discover its beauty on the Night Tour

About this activity

To participate, guests must be staying in Agujitas within 20-minutes walking distance of Jinetes de Osa Inn, even if you will have a car. The meeting point is not accessible by car and there is no parking.

On this two and a half hour trek through the rainforest, join Biologist Tracie "The Bug Lady" and Gianfranco Gómez (Coauthor of "Pocket Guide to the Mammals of Costa Rica"), as they team up to reveal the intriguing world of moonlight exploration.

Guests can expect to learn about fascinating topics on everything from bugs to bats, to all that creeps, crawls and flies by night.

This is Drake Bay's first and longest running nocturnal adventure, with over 20 years in operation. Join us for one of the most unique excursions in Costa Rica. Minimum age limit 8 years old. Tennis shoes or hiking boots required. Please let us know where you are lodging! This is important. Because of logistics we do not offer the tour from all area hotels!

What's included

  • ✓Professional Guides equipped with Swarovski Spotting Scope with iPad attachment for group viewing
  • ✓Guides equipped with Echo Meter Touch 2 Pro Bat Detector
  • ✓The tour is not offered from any accommodations in Ganadito, Caletas, San Josecito or Rincón.

Not included

  • ✕DO NOT book if you are not staying in Agujitas, within 20-minutes walking distance of Jinetes de Osa
  • ✕The meeting point is NOT accessible by car and there is NO SECURE PARKING
  • ✕Transfers are not available, so you must be staying within walking distance of the tour.
  • ✕Guests must wear tennis or hiking shoes to participate.
  • ✕Boots are not provided

Meeting and pickup

  • In front of the restaurant of Jinetes de Osa Inn at 7:25 pm. Please do not book unless you are staying in Agujitas within 20-minutes walking distance of Jinetes de Osa Inn, even if you will have a car. The meeting point is not accessible by car and there is no secure parking. Contact us for details

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Are Children under 4 allowed to participate? No
  • Must have a minimum of 2 guests to confirm tour
  • Not recommended for travelers with knee problems, balance issues, vision impairment, or poor hiking skills.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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