
Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience
Traveler rating
4.2/5
Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience worth booking?
Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience is a 14-hour experience in Quepos, Costa Rica, from $303 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (5)
- Duration
- 14 hours
- From
- $303 per person
Exclusively designed for the real soul adventurous traveler who doesn't mind waking up at 3:00 am to get ready and spending three hours driving to be somewhere fantastic. This is a tour we create by traveling together as a group of friends in our days off. Today we are proud to offer a unique one of a kind tour that involves driving over 10 000 feet elevation and several life zones, finding one of the most beautiful birds in the world and of course, learn and taste the agricultural product that characterizes beautiful Costa Rica.
What you get
About this experience
Exclusively designed for the real soul adventurous traveler who doesn't mind waking up at 3:00 am to get ready and spending three hours driving to be somewhere fantastic. This is a tour we create by traveling together as a group of friends in our days off. Today we are proud to offer a unique one of a kind tour that involves driving over 10 000 feet elevation and several life zones, finding one of the most beautiful birds in the world and of course, learn and taste the agricultural product that characterizes beautiful Costa Rica.
What's included
Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Activity led by a Costa Rica Tourism Board Certified Guide
- You and your guide will team up with a local expert who knows exactly where to find the Quetzal Bird
- Use of our ATX or BTX Swarovski Spotting Scopes to capture HD videos and photos.
- Private A/C 4x4 round trip transportation from Manuel Antonio and Quepos Hotels included
- Coope Dota Kaffeína Lover (Tour + Tasting) included
Not included
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Parque National Los Quetzales
The always elusive Resplendent Quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) spends most of his life migrating looking for his favorite meal – wild avocados fruits – among other species. On our highland birding and coffee expedition, we will meet with a local expert who knows when and where the Quetzals are any time of the year. As we explore Los Quetzales National Park – one can see the ways the surrounding villages have respected this magnificent place. Our guides will pick you up from your accommodation at 4:00 am, our first stop will be San Isidro del General (one and half hour drive away) to drink a quick coffee and have a light snack. Our day starts bright and early as the best time to reach Los Quetzales National Park is before 7:00 am. We want you to have the best opportunities to observe and photograph this unique, beautiful bird. Once we had accomplished our mission we will drive or walk back to Mirador los Quetzales Sanctuary for more birding and some hummingbird feeders action.
240 minutes here · Admission included
After our Quetzal Birding mission accomplished, we will drive to the well known Costa Rican coffee town of Santa Maria de Dota, where we will have pre arrange a unique coffee experience for you, designed specifically as an opportunity to navigate into the secrets of coffee and discover new sensations in a specialized tasting of COOPEDOTA coffees. Learning to identify the characteristics that make a coffee ... a world class coffee, as well as the benefits and qualities that each batch has during the cupping process.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Manuel's Tours, Costa Rica.
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Driver did not show up
We were waiting at the pickiup location for a 4:00am pickup. The driver never showed up. Viator had no information about the failure. But Viator was very courteous and efficient with the refund. Still, we were very disappointed.
via Viator
Amazing trip!!
It was just an amazing experience! We were able to see several quetzals and one flew by in close distance (ca. 2-3meters). To my opinion a must-do when traveling in Costa Rica! Manuel was a great tour guide: very enthusiastic, very knowledgeable, very kind. He even did the tour despite I was the only client. He invited a friend to the tour who hasn’t seen the quetzal before as well. Even if not everything went according to plan (;-) that’s part of the adventure and you can tell your friends about), I will never forget this amazing tour! Muchos gracias, Manuel for making it possible!!! Tanja
via Viator
Highest point in Costa Rica
Amazing trip with highly knowledgeable and friendly guide, travel 2/11,000 feet above sea level and saw the beautiful Quetzal, the flora was amazing and we were treated to a local coffee which I brought back a couple bags because it was so delicious
via Tripadvisor
Amazing tours and great guides
I did two tours with Manuel:Corcovado Park and Manuel Antonio Reserve. They were both great experiences. We saw many animals, the guides were very nice and most importantly very good at spotting wild life. I would really recommend this company
via Tripadvisor
Great Visit to Los Quetzalas with Oscar
We recently returned from a visit to Costa Rica. On the way from San Jose to Corcovado we arranged an overnight trip to Los Quetzlas through Manuel. We stayed at Mirador des Quetzalas (separate review) and spent the morning touring and finding Qutzals with Oscar (manuel's guide) and Jason (guide from Mirador). Manuel handled all of the arrangements and transfers. Mirador was a basic but very nice lodge and Los Quetzalas is THE place to spot the Quetzal. We were quite lucky to observe a large group of four males and two females for quite some time. Oscar was a terrific and knowledgeable guide and a tremendous asset. He really made the trip for us. On our way back to San Jose after Corcovado, we had a more disappointing trip to Manuel Antonio. It has become too busy and too touristy for our tastes. If you want to find the Quetzal go to Los Quetzalas. If you want an outstanding guide request Oscar Herrera.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 14 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Manuel's Tours, Costa Rica., who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 56.5.
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Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Quepos.
How much does Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience cost?
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Prices start at $303 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Quepos usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience take?
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Plan for about 14 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Quepos is not rushed.
Is Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Quepos, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 14-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Quepos can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Quepos and add a light layer if any part of the 14-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Quepos within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Quepos?
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On Outty we rank every Quepos experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full Day Waterfall Adventure, Manuel Antonio Canopy Tour - Longest Twin Zip Line in Central America, Manuel Antonio Park Tour and its Amazing Wildlife and Beaches. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Quepos?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Quepos?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience?
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Included: Breakfast; Lunch; Activity led by a Costa Rica Tourism Board Certified Guide; You and your guide will team up with a local expert who knows exactly where to find the Qu; and Use of our ATX or BTX Swarovski Spotting Scopes to capture HD videos and photos. Not included: Gratuities; and Alcoholic beverages. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 102 listed pickup locations in and around Quepos. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Los Quetzales National Park and Coope-Dota Coffee Experience?
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Across 5 reviews averaging 4.2 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
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