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Experience a close encounter with the Phoenix of our
Tropical Cloud Forest, the most beautiful bird of the new world. Don't miss
this unique opportunity to spot the rare quetzal in a tranquil environment,
very similar to that of the world famous Monteverde, but even better! This is the perfect spot for the nature lover.
This area has been researched for years by our most dedicated naturalist
experts, who have discovered a rare ecological niche in which these birds may
be found year round. You are invited to hike this region, part of the largest
protected area in all of Costa Rica (a total of 95,000 hectares are protected
in 13 different units.)
The dominant trees are magnificent oaks reaching 125 feet in height, like the
wild brazilletto and winter's bark tree. The understory has an abundance of
moss festoons, bromeliads with red pigmented leaves, like the escalonia. This
makes a perfect environment for the crowned wren thrush, large-footed finch,
and sooty robin, just to name a few species.
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