Costa Rica is home to some of the world’s premier bird watching destinations. Tirimbina Research Center is one of the few places you can see lots of rare species in a single area.

In order to see as much bird activity as possible, visitors leave for this tour early in the morning. This part of Central America is an important stop on many species of birds’ migratory route. Some birds you’re likely to see include antbirds, wrens, tanagers, macaws, motmots, and woodcreepers. Your guide can help you spot these hard-to-spot creatures by listening for their distinctive songs.