

George of the Cloudforest
Explore Monteverde’s cloud forest with George of the Cloudforest, a family-run tour operator specializing in birdwatching, night walks, and wildlife photography. Led by expert guides, including George and his son, these tours offer a personalized, educational experience focused on conservation. Whether spotting a Resplendent Quetzal or using infrared technology to explore nocturnal wildlife, each tour immerses you in Monteverde’s rich biodiversity.
Available Tours:

Monteverde Birdwatching: FullDay with George
Discover Monteverde’s rich birdlife with George on a fullday birdwatching tour through the cloudforest.


Monteverde Birdwatching: HalfDay with George
Join George to uncover the vibrant birdlife of Monteverde in this halfday tour.


Night Vision Walk: Exploring Monteverde’s Hidden Wildlife
Discover Monteverde’s hidden nocturnal wildlife using infrared goggles on a night walk with expert guide George.


Monteverde Reserve: A Cloudforest Walk
Explore Monteverde’s cloudforest and discover its rich biodiversity on a guided walk with expert guide George.


George of the Cloudforest
George of the Cloudforest is a family-run tour operator offering birdwatching, night walks, and natural history experiences in Monteverde. With over two decades of experience, George and his son George Jr. provide personalized, expert-led tours that allow visitors to explore the biodiversity of the cloud forest in an educational and immersive way.
Bird enthusiasts will enjoy guided birdwatching tours, tailored to beginners and experienced birders alike. George’s deep knowledge of Monteverde’s avifauna ensures guests have the best chance of spotting species like the Resplendent Quetzal, Three-wattled Bellbird, and Toucans. Using high-quality spotting scopes and photography techniques, George helps capture unforgettable moments while sharing insights into bird behavior, calls, and migration patterns.
The Night Vision Walk is one of the most exciting ways to experience Monteverde after dark. Using infrared technology and high-powered flashlights, George helps visitors spot nocturnal wildlife such as sloths, owls, vipers, and bioluminescent fungi. His expertise in locating even the most elusive species transforms each tour into a one-of-a-kind experience, blending adventure, education, and conservation.
More than just a tour operator, George of the Cloudforest is deeply committed to environmental conservation and education. Every experience is designed to foster appreciation for Monteverde’s fragile ecosystem, ensuring that visitors leave with a greater understanding of its importance. George and his son actively contribute to research and conservation projects, making their tours an opportunity to support local sustainability efforts.
For those seeking an authentic, educational, and highly personalized way to explore Monteverde’s rich biodiversity, George of the Cloudforest delivers an unforgettable experience in the heart of Costa Rica’s cloud forest.