Tours ISLITA

The Punta Islita Wild Macaw Reserve is a must-see for anyone who wants to experience the natural wonders of Costa Rica! Take a tour through a dry tropical forest on the Pacific slopes of the gorgeous Nicoya Peninsula, just minutes from the beautiful Playa Islita, and see truly remarkable charismatic birds. Choose a regular one-hour visit, or bring your long lens and photograph Macaws displaying natural behaviors in the wild whilst enjoying a cup of Costa Rica’s renowned coffee.

The Macaw Recovery Network’s mission is to recover endangered parrot populations by developing and implementing best practices in conservation. By visiting us, you’ll gain firsthand experience of this restoration work and 100% of your donations will be used to support this mission.

REGULAR TOUR
7.30 AM or 4 PM - 1 hour
Visitors are welcomed with a short slideshow about Macaw Recovery Network’s conservation efforts. A tour guide will take you to watch our released wild flock of Scarlet Macaws as they fly in from the surrounding area for their morning snack. Your contribution will further support our conservation efforts.
  • International Visitor - Adult: $24.86
  • International Visitor - Under 16: $12.43
  • Costa Rica Resident - Adult: $11.30
  • Costa Rica Resident - Under 16: $5.65
All prices include taxes (IVA) and fees.
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PHOTOGRAPHY MORNING
7 AM - 2 hours
Spend the morning observing and photographing our stunning released Scarlet Macaws flying free at our Wild Macaw Reserve. You’ll have the opportunity to shoot amazing photographs of Macaws demonstrating natural behaviors in the wild whilst enjoying a cup of Costa Rican coffee. Your contribution will further support our conservation efforts.
  • International Visitor - Adult: $56.50
  • International Visitor - Under 16: $25
  • Costa Rica Resident - Adult: $28.25
  • Costa Rica Resident - Under 16: $12.50
All prices include taxes (IVA) and fees.
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"Incredible experience to view macaws in the wild where they belong!! The work this team is doing to help the macaw population in Costa Rica is so inspiring. Highly recommend visiting to support the cause and see these beautiful birds for yourself!"
~ Katarine W, tour visitor 2024

Booking instructions

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  • Please use our secure self-service online tour-booking tool below to arrange a tour with the Macaw Recovery Network.

  • If you are a returning customer or have an existing booking you’d like to modify or cancel, please login using the 'Log in' button.

  • Bookings must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

  • A 24-hour in advance notice is required for a refund.

  • Show your confirmation to your guide upon arrival at the Punta islita Wild Macaw Reserve.

Questions? Email Us.
Visitation Manager Tel: +506 8505-3336 Email: Islita@macawrecoverynetwork.org
Please note: Only the Scarlet Macaw Reserve is open to the public, guests will NOT be allowed to see the breeding facilities.