San Jose to Los Quetzales National Park: Private day trip
Passeio privado com um motorista local
7h 30mViagem de ida e voltaMotorista privado
Confiado por mais de 2 milhƵes de viajantes felizes em 130 paĆses
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Sobre sua viagem
Immerse yourself in the cloud forest of Los Quetzales National Park for the chance to spot the rare, vibrant green Quetzales bird or an array of tropical insects and elusive mammals.
Exclusivamente seu: veĆculo privado e motorista profissional
Descubra informaƧƵes locais que vocĆŖ nĆ£o encontrarĆ” em guias turĆsticos
Experimente a liberdade de explorar no seu prĆ³prio ritmo
Perfeitamente planejado para famĆlias, amigos ou viajantes solo
O que esperar
Sua viagem de um dia comeƧa onde quer que vocĆŖ esteja
Encontre nosso motorista profissional exatamente onde vocĆŖ preferir em San Jose no horĆ”rio que for mais conveniente para vocĆŖ. Sem perder tempo indo atĆ© o ponto de encontro, pegue sua bagagem e comece sua viagem imediatamente.Descubra mais com a experiĆŖncia local
As percepƧƵes locais do seu motorista definirĆ£o o tom do seu Daytrip. Um cafĆ© escondido aqui, um restaurante imperdĆvel ali; dicas internas que vocĆŖ adorarĆ” compartilhar depois. Esta nĆ£o Ć© uma excursĆ£o guiada, mas sua viagem serĆ” rica em histĆ³rias e descobertas ao longo do caminho. E durante todo o dia, seu motorista estarĆ” disponĆvel para vocĆŖ conforme necessĆ”rio, pronto para ajudar, feliz em ajudar, tornando sua viagem livre de estresse.Explore no seu prĆ³prio ritmo
Your helpful Daytrip driver ensures your safe and comfortable journey from San Jose to Los Quetzales, wehre your adventure can begin. You'll explore at your own pace, enjoying the peace of mind that your driver is waiting nearby for a convenient return trip.
Perfeito para qualquer grupo privado
Quer esteja a viajar sozinho, em famĆlia com crianƧas, ou em grupo grande, este serviƧo Ć© adaptado para o seu conforto e flexibilidade. Ć a opĆ§Ć£o ideal especialmente se tiver tempo limitado ou uma agenda ocupada.Bom saber
- TransferĆŖncia privada de carro de ida e volta
- VeĆculo com ar-condicionado
- Ponto de partida e destino personalizados
- Motorista profissional que fala inglĆŖs
- Ćgua engarrafada de cortesia
- Cancelamento gratuito 24 horas antes da partida
- Bilhetes de entrada/admissĆ£o para atraƧƵes pagas Los Quetzales National Park devem ser adquiridos separadamente a menos que especificado de outra forma
- RefeiƧƵes, lanches e gorjeta nĆ£o estĆ£o incluĆdas
A partir de ā¬Ā 55
por pessoa
Selecione a data e os viajantes
Cancelamento gratuito atƩ 24 horas antes do horƔrio de partida.
Para um grupo de 1-3 viajantesTotalā¬Ā 165
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Los Quetzales National Park
Sinta-se Ć vontade para explorar no seu prĆ³prio ritmo e descobrir
Parada: 4 horas - entrada nĆ£o incluĆda
Segunda-feira08:00 - 16:00
TerƧa-feira08:00 - 16:00
Quarta-feira08:00 - 16:00
Quinta-feira08:00 - 16:00
Sexta-feira08:00 - 16:00
SƔbado08:00 - 16:00
Domingo08:00 - 16:00
Step into an enchanting cloud forest and catch a glimpse of the rare, vibrant green Resplendent Quetzal flitting through the trees.
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Main attractionsĀ
- Bird watching, primarily for the parkās namesake Resplendent Quetzal, most common from March through July
- Hiking trails leading to towering oak trees, tropical orchids, and tumbling waterfalls, especially around the Savegre River Valley
- Possible sightings of the park's more elusive wildcats, monkeys, and the Bairdās Tapir
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Take noteĀ
- Sturdy hiking shoes, extra layers, sun and bug protection are essential
- Guided hikes and wildlife expeditions may offer the best experience; consider booking these in advance through local companies
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Voltar para San Jose
Levaremos vocĆŖ de volta ao seu ponto de partida.
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Know more about your day trip
Yes, the route between San Jose and Los Quetzales passes through small mountain communities with simple restaurants, sodas, and lodges, several specializing in fresh trout from local rivers. Many travelers stop for a hot lunch on the return journey. Your driver can recommend reliable family-run spots based on local knowledge, which is especially helpful in mountain weather when warm food is welcome.
You can walk the main trails on your own, but a local naturalist guide makes a major difference for wildlife and bird sightings, especially for spotting quetzals. Many lodges and small operators along the route offer early-morning birdwatching walks that can be booked in advance. Trail signage is limited compared with larger Costa Rican parks, so a guide also helps with route choices.
Los Quetzales National Park is about 50 miles (80 km) southeast of San Jose, with a typical drive of around 1.5 to 2 hours each way. The road climbs through the Talamanca Mountains, where weather changes quickly between sunshine, mist, and rain. Your private driver is familiar with the winding mountain paths.
Yes, the park works well for families who enjoy nature walks. Most trails near the visitor area are short and well-marked, with frequent stops for wildlife and plant spotting. Younger children may find longer hikes tiring at altitude, so it helps to break the day with a stop at a nearby cafe or trout farm. With a private driver, you can shape the timing around the family's energy.
The park protects misty cloud forest along the Savegre River Valley, with trails that wind past towering oaks, tropical orchids, mosses, and small waterfalls. Wildlife here includes the Resplendent Quetzal, hummingbirds, Baird's tapir, monkeys, and elusive wildcats. Plan for a few hours of gentle hiking, birdwatching, and time around the visitor center. The park is open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cloud forest weather is cool and damp, so wear layered clothing, including a warm fleece and a waterproof jacket. Sturdy hiking shoes with grip are important, as trails can be muddy. Bring insect repellent, sun protection for breaks in the clouds, water, snacks, and binoculars for birdwatching. A small dry bag or rain cover for cameras and electronics is also a smart addition.
Beyond the iconic Resplendent Quetzal, the park is home to many hummingbird species, trogons, toucanets, and warblers, plus mammals such as howler and spider monkeys, coatis, and the elusive Baird's tapir. Wildcats including pumas and ocelots live here but are very rarely seen by visitors. Mornings and just before dusk are usually the most active times for sightings.
The breeding season, roughly March through July, is the best window for seeing the Resplendent Quetzal, when the males display their long emerald tail feathers and feed on wild avocado-like fruit. Early morning is the most active time, often just after sunrise. A guided birdwatching walk significantly increases your chances, since experienced local guides know the favorite feeding trees.
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