Patrick O'Donnell

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Pat started birding in his hometown of Niagara Falls, NY at the age of
8. He has worked as a field assistant in a variety of bird studies in
different corners of the USA, helped with macaw studies in Tambopata
Peru, and has guided birders in Ecuador and Peru. In 2007, he moved to
Costa Rica where he became a legal permanent resident and guide for
hundreds of clients throughout the country. Pat is a board member for
the official bird list for Costa Rica, a country wide reviewer for
eBird, and one of the founders of Birding Field Guide apps. He is also
the author of the ebook, “How to See, Find, and Identify Birds in Costa
Rica”, and writes and consults about birds, birding, tourism,
conservation, and natural history.

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  Poás Volcano Highlands Full Day Birding Tour

  $200.00

  Discover the spectacular birdlife of Costa Rica’s Central Highlands on a birding adventure to the Poás Volcano region. Just over an hour from San José, this area offers exceptional opportunities to see dazzling hummingbirds, regional endemics, and one of the country’s most iconic birds—the magnificent Resplendent Quetzal. Whether you’re searching for lifers, photographing hummingbirds, or simply enjoying Costa Rica’s beautiful cloud forests, your guide will tailor the outing to maximize your birding opportunities.

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  Poás Volcano Highlands Half Day Birding Tour

  $130.00

  Discover the spectacular birdlife of Costa Rica’s Central Highlands on a birding adventure to the Poás Volcano region. Just over an hour from San José, this area offers exceptional opportunities to see dazzling hummingbirds, regional endemics, and one of the country’s most iconic birds—the magnificent Resplendent Quetzal. Whether you’re searching for lifers, photographing hummingbirds, or simply enjoying Costa Rica’s beautiful cloud forests, your guide will tailor the outing to maximize your birding opportunities.

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  Tarcoles Rainforest & Coastal Habitats Half Day Birding Tour

  $160.00

  Explore one of Costa Rica’s premier birding hotspots on this exciting half-day adventure to the Tarcoles region, where tropical rainforest, dry forest, wetlands, rivers, and coastal habitats come together to create an incredible diversity of birdlife. Just 90 minutes from San José, this tour offers excellent opportunities to observe vibrant Scarlet Macaws, colorful toucans, trogons, parrots, and dozens of other spectacular tropical species.

  Perfect for birders of all experience levels, this tour showcases the remarkable biodiversity of Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast. Whether you’re hoping to add lifers to your list, photograph iconic tropical birds, or simply enjoy a morning immersed in nature, your guide will tailor the outing to maximize your birding experience.

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  Tropical Dry Forest & Mangrove Half Day Birding Tour

  $160.00

  Experience a different side of Costa Rica on this birding adventure through the country’s unique tropical dry forests and coastal mangroves. Just an hour from San José, the Orotina and Mata de Limón region is home to an incredible variety of colorful birds, including Scarlet Macaw, Turquoise-browed Motmot, tropical raptors, and the endangered Mangrove Hummingbird.

  Ideal for birders of all experience levels, this half-day tour explores a fascinating mix of dry forest, open countryside, wetlands, and mangrove habitats. Whether you’re searching for regional specialties, adding lifers to your list, or simply enjoying Costa Rica’s remarkable biodiversity, your guide will tailor the outing to maximize your birding opportunities.

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