Wildlife Tours & Trail Entrance Fees
Three ways to experience the rainforest of Guatuso — from solo exploration to expert-guided sloth watching and after-dark adventures.
Choose Your Adventure in the Rainforest of Guatuso
All tours depart from our reserve entrance in La Florida de Katira, on Route 4 — no 4×4 vehicle required to reach us.
Self-Guided Hike
Perfect for independent travelers and photographers. Access our well-maintained private trails at your own pace through the Cecropia forest.
- ✓ Full access to private trail network
- ✓ Trail map provided at entrance
- ✓ Wildlife sighting reference card
- ✓ No time limit on your visit
- ✓ Suitable for all fitness levels
Guided Sloth Watching Tour
Our signature experience. A certified naturalist guide leads you through the forest with professional spotting scopes for incredible close-up views and phone photos.
- ✓ Certified naturalist guide
- ✓ High-end spotting scope provided
- ✓ Guaranteed sloth sightings
- ✓ Two-toed & three-toed species
- ✓ Other wildlife: toucans, frogs, butterflies
- ✓ Photo assistance for perfect shots
Jungle Night Walk
After dark, the rainforest transforms. Discover nocturnal wildlife that’s completely invisible during the day — an unforgettable sensory journey.
- ✓ Expert nocturnal wildlife guide
- ✓ Flashlights provided for all guests
- ✓ Red-eyed tree frogs guaranteed
- ✓ Safe snake & reptile encounters
- ✓ Glass frogs, stick insects & more
- ✓ Departs at 6:00 PM sharp
Before You Book
Tour Times
Sloth tours: 8AM, 10AM, 1PM, 3PM
Night Walk: 6PM daily
What to Wear
Closed-toe shoes required for night walk. Light, long sleeves recommended.
Insect Repellent
Mandatory for night walk. Recommended for all visits. DEET or natural formulas welcome.
Reservations
Walk-ins welcome when available. WhatsApp recommended for guaranteed spots.
Why Choose Sloth Garden Over the National Park?
Sloth Garden · Private Reserve
- ✓ Guaranteed sloth sightings — every visit
- ✓ Maximum 8 guests per guided tour
- ✓ Spotting scopes — professional-grade photos
- ✓ No 4×4 required · Paved road access
- ✓ From $5 USD — no park entrance fee
- ✓ Night walks available every evening
- ✓ Peaceful, crowd-free experience
Tenorio Volcano National Park
- – No guaranteed wildlife sightings
- – Up to 1,200 visitors per day
- – No spotting scopes or photo support
- – Road access may require 4×4
- – Higher combined entrance fees
- – Night walks not permitted
- – Busiest during peak tourist season
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