Nighthawk Birding Guided Tours in Antigua Guatemala

Nighthawk Birding Guided Tours in Antigua Guatemala

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About This Tour in Antigua

Discover the vibrant birdlife around Antigua, Guatemala with Nighthawk Birding Tours! Choose from six unique, guided tours—through forests, coffee plantations, and hidden birding hotspots. Perfect for casual birdwatchers, photographers, and avid birders alike, our tours showcase hummingbirds, toucans, motmots, and other tropical species. Tours are usually private, ensuring a personalized experience, but smaller groups may occasionally be combined for shared adventures. A light snack is included to keep you energized. Prices vary depending on tour and group size, ranging from $15–$60 USD per person.

Why Visit Antigua?

Antigua, Guatemala offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Antigua provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Antigua

You can reach Antigua, Guatemala by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Enjoy a small snack to keep you energized while you are birding!
  • Full bird list from the tour, with photos
  • Binoculars for use during the tour
  • historical / ecological context of our birding sites
  • Entrance fee
  • Spotting scope for select tours

What's Not Included

  • we do not offer transportation at this time, but our tours are all located close to Antigua

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • 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
  • Inquire for accessible tour options - Eco Farms GT is the most ideal

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

***Please Note - Each Itinerary stop

Meet me at the front gate and we will enter the Finca together!

End Point

Explore beautiful trails and climb to the lookout after checking out the hummingbird feeders! Finca El Pilar

Meet me at the front gate and we will enter the Finca together!

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

***Please Note - Each Itinerary stop is a... 1 minute

***Please Note - Each Itinerary stop is a SEPERATE TOUR*** **Read each description for tour lengths - often flexible** Eco Farms GT - Our most relaxed and accessible tour option through the small urban forest at Eco Farm! Explore their charming gardens, café, market, and gift shop while you are there! This is a roughly 1.5-2 hr. tour

This is a great accessible birding option with... 1 minute

This is a great accessible birding option with flat and wide trails - with good chances at many specialist species like bushy-crested Jays and Band-backed Wrens. This is a roughly 2 hr. tour

Hike up from Pastores towards the Cumbre de... 1 minute

Hike up from Pastores towards the Cumbre de Maltiox - this is a more strenuous hike but the effort is well worth it! Don't miss chances to see species like Slender Sheartail, Rufous-browed Peppershrike, and Common Squirrell-Cuckoo! This is a roughly 3-4 hr. tour, highly flexible

This tour offers stunning views that make the... 1 minute

This tour offers stunning views that make the challenging hike well worth the offer - not to mention the birds! Look for Northern Emerald Toucanets, Quail-Doves, and even Lesson's Motmots among the mature forest of these beautiful trails. A roughly 3-4 hr. tour, highly flexible

Hike the beautiful trails of El Hato after... 1 minute

Hike the beautiful trails of El Hato after taking a free shuttle up from Antigua, looking for Blue-throated Motmot, Guatemalan Flicker, Northern Emerald Toucanet, and Blue-and-White Mockingbirds. Then walk down to Earth Lodge for a bite to eat or something to drink, enjoying stunning views of the volcanoes (you won't regret the walk!). Then take the free shuttle back to Antigua at 12:30pm

Explore beautiful trails and climb to the lookout... 1 minute

Explore beautiful trails and climb to the lookout after checking out the hummingbird feeders! Finca El Pilar is a top destination for birders in Antigua! This is a roughly 4 hr. tour, highly flexible

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.

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