Wildlife Holidays in Central America

Wildlife tours in Central America

Central America adventure wildlife holidays are filled with unique experiences where you’ll get up close and personal to fantastic creatures and see them interacting in their natural habitats. Imagine a world where lizards walk on water and frogs have strawberry-red eyes, where spiders spin webs of golden silk, and rainbow-coloured flocks of birds soar through the sky. It might sound like a scene from Avatar, but in Central America, this is real life.

In Costa Rica alone, the gloriously diverse ecosystem is home to some 5% of the world’s animal and plant species. Discover the full spectrum on wildlife holidays in Central America. You might find yourself in the mist-shrouded canopies of rainforests, surrounded by the raucous sound of Howler monkeys, or watching green turtle hatchlings scramble across the sand towards the Caribbean Sea during nesting season.

Costa Rica’s wildlife extends beyond just rainforests, as it’s also home to majestic mountains and the Caribbean and Pacific coastlines. From the renowned Arenal Volcano to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, you can immerse yourself in the remarkable beauty of the mountains. Nature lovers can embark on thrilling hikes, zip line through the canopies or soak in therapeutic hot springs, all while being surrounded by the diverse wildlife that calls these landscapes home.

Along the coastline, explore Manuel Antonio Beach, spotting dolphins, turtles and even whales during certain seasons. Tortuguero, often referred to as Costa Rica’s “little Amazon,” is a must-visit destination on wildlife holidays in Central America. This remote region is home to an extensive network of canals and lagoons, which serve as the breeding grounds for numerous marine turtles, including the endangered green turtle.

Central America Wildlife Trips

Costa Rica

Discover Costa Rica

15 Days from £ 3799

£ 3689

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Wildlife

15 Days from £ 3849

£ 3279

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Wildlife

Costa Rica

Costa Rica's Coastal Secrets

15 Days from £ 4599

£ 4089

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Wildlife

15 Days from £ 4599

£ 4259

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Culture

11 Days from £ 5899

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Wildlife

Costa Rica

Natural Highlights of Costa Rica

8 Days from £ 2069

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Wildlife

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overall very good. Itinerary was good and varied – couple of places I would certainly not return to but a couple that were spectacular and I would happily go back to.

Gillian Spells Discover Costa Rica

This trip felt like a genuine deep dive into Sri Lanka rather than just a highlights tour. The itinerary covers a huge amount of ground, but it never feels rushed or overwhelming. One day you’re exploring ancient ruins and temples or climbing a rock fortress; the next you’re in lush green hills or spotting wildlife on safari, before unwinding by the sea.

What really stood out throughout the trip was how friendly and welcoming the Sri Lankan people were. Everywhere we went, we were met with smiles and kindness, which made the whole experience feel even more special and memorable.

Sonja Barnard Discover Sri Lanka

Did this trip in 2024 surprised they have removed all previous reviews. Main point that we felt the guidance lacked was the boat trip can only accommodate 12 people in 6 cabins. Anything over this has to sleep on deck and the bathrooms are only available through other people’s 6 cabins which as you can imagine isn’t comforting if you need the toilet at 2am. As the youngest people in the group we felt pressured to sleep on deck which wasn’t an issue initially but as we found out that the boat needed to move through the night it wasn’t possible to sleep. We felt really short changed by exodus and the description of this segment of the trip. Especially after 2 nights of no sleep!

Catrin Conley Primates & Dragons of Indonesia

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