El Mirador tour starts at 6:00 am at the entrance of Secreto del Bosque; we will take a few minutes to know each other and give the instructions we need to follow to enjoy this adventure.

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Once on the terrain, it's time to prepare cameras and binoculars to start birdwatching, taking advantage of the fact that birds are more active in the early hours of the morning and you can observe them more easily (El Mirador has an approximate perimeter of 2 km, in which you can move freely looking for the best spot to observe and photograph). You will be accompanied by the SDBD team all the time; The SDBD team will guide you and share experiences during this activity. The approximate duration of this activity is 2.5 hours.

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El Secreto del Bosque Doradal was a cattle farm for many years and has been restored with native trees. For this reason, we will find forested areas and open fields depending on the vegetation growth process. This will allow us to see the beautiful birds that inhabit this territory and capture incredible images from a comfortable position.

 

We are a family passionate about nature, and our goal is to share the knowledge we have acquired observing wildlife by exploring this territory. We are not ornithologists or biologists, but we will be happy to guide you and show you our favorite spots. If you are already an expert birdwatcher, we would love to exchange experiences with you and complement our knowledge with your teachings.

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Important: We believe in the beauty and perfection of nature, which is why we do NOT allow the reproduction of artificial sounds. Therefore, each experience will be unique and challenging because we will seek to find the largest number of birds in their 100% natural environment. We try to minimize our intervention in the ecosystem, so we cannot guarantee the sighting of any specific species during the tour. Each species is magical, and we invite you to be surprised by each of the inhabitants of the Secreto del Bosque Doradal.

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The tour includes:

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• Entrance to the Secreto Del Bosque Doradal reserve

• Guide 

• Checklist to mark the species found

• Water refill (you will find a water point to refill your thermos or canteen)

The tour does not include:

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• Transportation to and from the reserve

• Meals or snacks

• Binoculars or cameras

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Recommendations:

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• Transportations: You can use a "motocarro" (a type of small motorcycle with a cart attached) as a means of transportation to go from Doradal to the Secreto Del Bosque reserve and return. (Our team can help you coordinate transportation)

• Travel: This tour starts at 6:00 am, we recommend leaving Doradal at least 30 minutes in advance so you don't miss out on this adventure. The Secreto Del Bosque Doradal Reserve is located 7 km away on an unpaved road on the way to Caño Largo, in Parcelas California.

• Temperature: We may experience high temperatures (up to 40°C), so we recommend using sunscreen and bringing a hat or cap.

• Hydration: Make sure to stay hydrated, we will have a water point available for you to refill your water bottle or thermos.

• Zero Waste Policy: In the reserve, we do not sell bottled water or food, so we recommend that you bring your own water bottle or canteen, as well as snacks for the tour. It is very important to note that there are no garbage containers within the reserve, as there is no proper way to dispose of waste in the area. Therefore, we kindly ask you to keep the bottles or packaging in your backpack and dispose of them properly in your hotel or in the town, where they have appropriate waste management.

• Clothing: To have a comfortable and pleasant experience, we recommend wearing long pants, long socks, and a long-sleeved shirt or hoodie, as well as a hat or cap. For your safety, you will not be allowed to take the tour in shorts or shorts.

• Shoes: We recommend wearing boots, hiking boots or rubber boots for a comfortable and safe experience. For your safety, you will not be allowed to take the tour in sandals or flip-flops. The use of sneakers is not recommended as the mud or rain may make the tour difficult.

• Restrooms: Available

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