Discover Wildlife.Connect with Nature.Protect the Future.

    Unforgettable guided wildlife tours inside a private biological reserve in La Fortuna, Costa Rica.

    Sloth in Ecocentro Danaus
    A Protected Biological Reserve

    The Reserve

    Ecocentro Danaus is a protected Biological Reserve dedicated to conservation and environmental education. All animals are wild and free in their natural habitat; wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. Animal activity is generally higher during the early morning hours and when the sun goes down. Booking a guided tour significantly increases your chances of spotting wildlife and understanding animal behavior.

    The reserve features an approximately 1 km circular trail, mostly flat and gravel-covered, suitable for visitors of all ages.

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    Our Tours

    Experience the magic of Costa Rica's biodiversity with our expert guides

    Opening Hours & Access

    Day Pass (Self-Guided):

    7:00 am – 5:00 pm (Last access: 3:00 pm)

    Daytime Guided Tours (Advance reservation required):

    8:15 am – 5:15 pm (Last tour starts at: 3:15 pm)

    Night Guided Tours (Advance reservation required):

    5:30 pm / 6:30 pm / 8:00 pm

    All guided tours require advance reservation and are subject to availability.

    Regular / Shared Tours

    1-10 pax per group

    Daylight Wildlife Nature Tour

    Daylight Wildlife Nature Tour

    Guided Wildlife Experience

    ~2 hours
    8:15 AM - 3:15 PM
    Frogs & Reptiles – Night Guided Tour

    Frogs & Reptiles – Night Guided Tour

    Nocturnal Wildlife Experience

    ~2 hours
    5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    Birdwatching Tour – AM / PM

    Birdwatching Tour – AM / PM

    Specialized Bird Experience

    2.5 hours
    7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Day & Night Combined Tour

    Day & Night Combined Tour

    Complete Wildlife Experience

    ~4 hours
    Flexible
    Butterfly Garden & Bird Feeder Experience

    Butterfly Garden & Bird Feeder Experience

    Relaxed Wildlife Observation

    Flexible
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Day Pass – Self Guided Visit

    Day Pass – Self Guided Visit

    Explore at Your Own Pace

    Self-paced
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Private Tours – Exclusive Experience

    Private Tour – Your Group Only

    This is a private tour experience. Only your group participates. No shared groups.

    Daylight Wildlife Nature Tour – Private
    Your Group Only

    Daylight Wildlife Nature Tour – Private

    Private Guided Tour – Your Group Only

    ~2 hours
    8:15 AM - 3:15 PM
    Frogs & Reptiles – Private Night Guided Tour
    Your Group Only

    Frogs & Reptiles – Private Night Guided Tour

    Private Night Tour – Your Group Only

    ~2 hours
    5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    Birdwatching – Private Birding Tour (AM / PM)
    Your Group Only

    Birdwatching – Private Birding Tour (AM / PM)

    Private Birdwatching – Your Group Only

    2 – 2.5 hours
    7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Day & Night Combined – Private Experience
    Your Group Only

    Day & Night Combined – Private Experience

    Private Combo Tour – Your Group Only

    ~4 hours
    Coordinated
    Maleku Indigenous Cultural Experience – Private Group
    Your Group Only

    Maleku Indigenous Cultural Experience – Private Group

    Private Cultural Experience – Your Group Only

    ~2 hours
    By reservation
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    Opening Hours & Access

    Day Pass (Self-Guided): 7:00 am – 5:00 pm (Last access: 3:00 pm)

    Daytime Guided Tours (Advance reservation required): 8:15 am – 5:15 pm (Last tour starts at: 3:15 pm)

    Night Guided Tours (Advance reservation required): 5:30 pm / 6:30 pm / 8:00 pm

    All guided tours require advance reservation and are subject to availability.