Join our Costa Rica Wildlife Photography Tour—March 4–11, 2026—and capture the incredible biodiversity of this tropical paradise. This all-inclusive bird and wildlife photography workshop takes you from lush rainforests to misty cloud forests and vibrant river habitats, where every day offers new opportunities to create once-in-a-lifetime images. Our Costa Rica Photography Tour captures the incredible wildlife of Central America, including scarlet macaws, resplendent quetzals, and dazzling hummingbirds.

Are you prepared for the journey of a lifetime? Our Costa Rica Photography Tour offers exclusive access to prime locations, expert instruction, and up-close encounters with the country’s most iconic birds and wildlife. Limited spots—reserve yours today!

What Sets Our Workshop Apart

Unlike typical photography tours that stick to Costa Rica’s most famous national parks bustling with tourists and tripods, our adventure takes you off the beaten path. We’ll explore four distinctive regions—each handpicked for its abundant wildlife and authentic, crowd-free settings.

Instead of jostling for space with selfie sticks and busloads of day-trippers, you’ll gain access to remote habitats in the lesser-known stretches of Costa Rica. These are places where toucans, parrots, and dazzling tanagers abound, and the only thing louder than your camera’s shutter is the symphony of wildlife sounds and the call of a howler monkey in the treetops.

Whether you're a novice or an experienced traveler exploring tropical landscapes, you'll uncover scenes and species that mainstream travelers seldom encounter. Think of it as a behind-the-scenes pass to the rainforest’s best-kept secrets, all curated to maximize both photographic opportunity and immersion in nature.

To reserve your spot,

we require the full payment of $5950 to reserve your spot since tour time is just around the corner; deadline to sign up is February 4th, 2026

We do have a single supplement fee of $750 for this trip.

Photograph dazzling hummingbirds in flight, brilliant tanagers and honeycreepers, majestic scarlet macaws, and the legendary resplendent quetzal. Along the way, you’ll also encounter toucans, parrots, owls, monkeys, and elegant wading birds along the rivers of Costa Rica.

With expert instruction, small group sizes, and private transportation, you’ll enjoy personalized guidance and exclusive access to prime photography locations. Whether you’re a passionate birder, a nature photographer, or simply seeking an unforgettable adventure, this Costa Rica photo tour is designed to help you sharpen your skills and return home with extraordinary images.

Who is this workshop for?

Whether you’re just picking up a camera for the first time or you’ve been shooting for years, this trip welcomes photographers of every skill level. We’ll meet you where you are—answering questions in the field and sharing techniques in real-world settings. When we’re not out capturing the moment, we’ll take time back at the hotel to dive into post-processing tips and editing workflows, helping you refine your images no matter your experience.

Photography Skills You'll Master

During this immersive journey, you’ll have the chance to elevate your photography in a variety of captivating ways. Each day brings new opportunities to refine your craft, from tracking elusive wildlife in their natural habitat to experimenting with creative techniques after nightfall.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

• Capturing Birds in Flight: Hone your timing and focus, ensuring those split-second wingbeats turn into stunning images.

• Low Light and Nighttime Photography: Tackle the challenges of shooting in dim conditions, both in broad jungle shadow and during dedicated nocturnal macro sessions—perfect for discovering the world of insects and amphibians after dark.

• Perfecting Focus: Expand your ability to control depth of field and harness advanced autofocus tracking for crisp results, whether you’re shooting skittish hummingbirds or shy mammals.

• Creative Macro Techniques: Explore both natural sunlight and crafted artificial setups to bring out the tiny, extraordinary details in frogs, flowers, and whatever else we can find in the jungle.

All along the way, you’ll receive personalized, hands-on guidance. Our goal is to equip you with practical skills and confidence—so you return home with images you’re truly proud of.

We also give each one of our participants a complimentary copy of Luminar Neo with your trip.

Day 1: March 4th, 2026 (Arrival Day)

Transfer In: San Jose Airport - Hotel. Our private transportation will take you to your hotel in San Jose. Overnight at San Jose.

Day 2: March 5th, 2026

San Jose – Boca Tapada (honeycreepers, parrots, toucans, tanagers, etc.) This is an amazing destination that literally can guarantee all these beautiful birds. Our day will start with an early breakfast at our hotel, followed by a bus ride to the lowlands of the Caribbean side of CR. Our bus route will take us throughout the countryside areas. This evening, half of the group will have a Bats in Flight session; the other half of the group will do it the next day. We spend the night at the same photography location. All meals and entrances are included.

Day 3: - March 6th, 2026

Boca Tapada full day. At sunrise we will be at the Photo Deck for the best birds to arrive while we eat breakfast. Around mid-morning we will get ready for the KING VULTURE; we will keep an eye on them and get to the hide as soon as we see them landing in that area. The vulture’s activity will extend until lunchtime; for the afternoon we will get back to the Toucans Deck. Tonight, the other half of the group will do the Bats in Flight session. We spend the night at the same photography location. All meals and entrances are included.

Day 4: - March 7th, 2026

Boca Tapada-Sarapiqui. We have an amazing day ahead of us. Today we will meet a brilliant naturalist named Cope. He will take us to look for the amazing Honduran white bats, spectacled owls, honeycreepers, tanagers, etc. We spend the night at the same photography location. All meals and entrances are included.

Day 5: - March 8th, 2026

Sarapiqui-Talamanca Area (Highlands of Costa Rica) It is time to change destinations to the Cloud Forest of Costa Rica. This area will offer a completely new variety of species and photo opportunities. Here we will photograph beautiful hummingbirds and the amazing quetzal. The afternoon will be dedicated to photographing hummingbirds in flight sessions. We spend the night at the same photography location. All meals and entrances are included.

Day 6: - March 9th, 2026

Talamanca area full day: Everyone will be ready for another photography adventure! This time our morning starts with the Famous Quetzal Quest. We will spend the entire morning looking for and shooting the amazing, resplendent quetzal. In the afternoon there will be one more session of hummingbirds in flight and highland bird photography to complete our final photography day in Costa Rica. We spend the night at the same photography location. All meals and entrances are included.

Day 7: - March 10th, 2026

Talamanca area—Mid Pacific. We will depart after breakfast and will visit a completely new ecosystem known as a tropical dry forest. We will take a safari boat ride at the Tárcoles River; some of our main targets will be the common black hawk, yellow-headed caracara, tiger heron, boat-billed heron, kingfishers, etc. We spend the night at the same photography location. All meals and entrances are included.

Day 8: March 11th, 2026 (Departure day)

MidPacific— San Jose International Airport. Today you’ll get back home. Driving time to the International Airport: 1 hour. Included meals: breakfast only.

Photo Tour/Workshop Details

• Photo Tour Dates
  March 4-11, 2026

• Cost of Photo Tour
  $5950.00 per photographer (double occupancy)
  For a single supplement, add $750.00.

• Physical level: easy

Essential Accessories to Pack

To make the most of your wildlife photography adventure in Costa Rica , a few carefully chosen accessories can make all the difference:

• Gimbal Ball Head
  While optional, a gimbal head brings much-needed stability when tracking fast-moving birds or monkeys. If you plan to use longer telephoto lenses, consider bringing a high-quality gimbal head for smooth panning and better support.

• Sturdy Tripod
  Avoid frustration in the field by packing a solid tripod. Lightweight travel models may be tempting, but they often don’t stand up to the demands of wildlife photography. Choose one that’s robust and reliable, able to anchor your gear securely on uneven terrain.

Bringing these key accessories ensures you're well prepared—no matter what the Costa Rican rainforest throws your way.

INCLUDES:

- Lodging is included during our tour.
- All meals as specified.
- Airport transfers on the first and last day.
- Photographic instruction and guidance by both co-leaders.
- Local Bilingual Guides.
- Multi-flash setups for hummingbirds and bats.
- Private boat charter on the Tarcoles River.
- Private transportation throughout the tour.
- All applicable taxes.

DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Airfare to and from San Jose, Costa Rica.
- Dinner the first night.
- Alcoholic Beverages.
- Personal items (souvenirs, batteries, etc.).
- Extra services at Hotels (laundry service, etc.)
- Gratuities for local guides, porters, wait staff, and drivers.

We are limiting the number of photographers to 10, and since we have 2 instructors, each day we will split into 2 groups for activities.

We require the full payment of $5950 to reserve your spot since tour time is just around the corner; deadline to sign up is February 4th, 2026

Deposits & Cancellation Policy:

• We require the full payment of $5950 to reserve your spot since tour time is just around the corner; the deadline to sign up is February 4th, 2026 tour/workshop fees are nonrefundable.

• If the photo workshop is full and someone from the waiting list can take your spot, your tuition is fully refundable minus a 15% cancellation fee.

• We are not responsible for cancellations due to medical or other reasons.

• Should cancellation be required due to severe weather, an alternate date will be scheduled at no additional charge.

• No fees will be refunded if you withdraw after the photo workshop begins.

• We are not responsible for any fees associated with nonrefundable air travel; we highly recommend the purchase of travel insurance. We use Faye; here is the link if you would like to get a price

• FAYE INSURANCE‍ ‍‍ ‍ or www.insuremytrip.com or the insurance company of your preference.