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Here's what people are saying about our birding adventures...
“Another outstanding Road Scholar program! We saw lots of birds, traveled into a variety of habitats, and were carefully tended from the moment we arrived until we were returned to the airport. The diversity of bird species is astonishing, and this program takes you into many private reserves!”
— Theresa from Clinton, TN
“We had a wonderful time on this program! We did work hard but saw a LOT of birds in different habitats. Accommodations were comfortable, food was great and plentiful, and everyone was welcoming!”
— John from Sandy Point, ME
Birding in Northern Costa Rica
Unique birding programs designed for travelers age 50+!
What makes Costa Rica a paradise for enthusiastic birders? An unparalleled list of 600 avian species call this tropical nation home year round, while an estimated 294 species make an appearance during their annual migrations. Add to your birding life list as you join expert naturalists in Costa Rica’s northern habitats for explorations of the lowlands of Sarapiquí, the wetlands of Caño Negro National Park, the lush rainforests of Arenal Volcano National Park and a private refuge along the Gulf of Nicoya.
Each Birding Adventure includes:
- All lodgings & most meals
- Expert-led lectures & field trips
- Hands-on experiences & performances
- All gratuities
- Road Scholar Assurance Plan
Favorite Experiences:
- Search for Keel-billed Toucans and the endangered Great-green macaw at the La Selva Biological Field Station.
- On a boat ride through the mangrove swamps in the Gulf of Nicoya, spot Mangrove Black Hawks and Mangrove Warblers.
- Discover why Caño Negro is one of the few nesting spots for the endangered Jabiru Stork.
A university of the world, Not-for-Profit Road Scholar has been leading global educational adventures for adults for nearly 50 years.
Our programs are all-inclusive educational adventures, not superficial tours. When you explore with us, you’ll have a deep, thought-provoking experience delivered by faculty experts on site.