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Collared Aracari Photography

Photography holidays in Costa Rica

The Collared Aracari, with its bold banded plumage and oversized bill, is one of the most rewarding subjects on a Costa Rican photography holiday, offering plenty of opportunities to capture sharp colour and character against lush tropical backdrops. NaturesLens photographers often find this toucan relative a lively and cooperative subject, making it a highlight of any trip built around Costa Rica's rich birdlife. Its striking appearance and active habits make it a favourite for both newcomers and experienced wildlife photographers alike.

Where NaturesLens Photographs the Collared Aracari

NaturesLens runs Collared Aracari photography holidays exclusively in Costa Rica, visiting a range of locations including Boca Tapada, Caño Negro, Guápiles, San Gerardo de Dota, San Ramon, Sarapiquí, Tárcoles, Alajuela and San Carlos. These holidays are offered under titles such as Ultimate Costa Rican Wildlife, Essential Costa Rican Wildlife, and Wildlife Icons of Costa Rica. NaturesLens typically schedules these trips for April, May, November and December, giving photographers several windows throughout the year to encounter this species across its varied Costa Rican haunts.

Boca Tapada

NaturesLens visits Boca Tapada on small-group wildlife photography holidays in Costa Rica, with time here planned around Basilisk Lizard, Blue Jeans Poison Dart Frog, Chestnut-headed Oropendola, Chestnut-mandibled Toucan and Collared…

Photographing the Collared Aracari at Boca Tapada

Caño Negro

NaturesLens visits Caño Negro on small-group wildlife photography holidays in Costa Rica, with time here planned around Basilisk Lizard, Blue Jeans Poison Dart Frog, Chestnut-headed Oropendola, Chestnut-mandibled Toucan and Collared…

Guápiles

NaturesLens visits Guápiles on small-group wildlife photography holidays in Costa Rica, with time here planned around Basilisk Lizard, Blue Jeans Poison Dart Frog, Chestnut-headed Oropendola, Chestnut-mandibled Toucan and Collared Aracari…

Photographing the Collared Aracari at Guápiles

San Gerardo de Dota

NaturesLens visits San Gerardo de Dota on small-group wildlife photography holidays in Costa Rica, with time here planned around Basilisk Lizard, Blue Jeans Poison Dart Frog, Chestnut-headed Oropendola, Chestnut-mandibled Toucan…

San Ramon

NaturesLens visits San Ramon on small-group wildlife photography holidays in Costa Rica, with time here planned around Basilisk Lizard, Blue Jeans Poison Dart Frog, Chestnut-headed Oropendola, Chestnut-mandibled Toucan and Collared…

Sarapiquí

NaturesLens visits Sarapiquí on small-group wildlife photography holidays in Costa Rica, with time here planned around Basilisk Lizard, Blue Jeans Poison Dart Frog, Chestnut-headed Oropendola, Chestnut-mandibled Toucan and Collared Aracari…

Tárcoles

NaturesLens visits Tárcoles on small-group wildlife photography holidays in Costa Rica, with time here planned around Basilisk Lizard, Blue Jeans Poison Dart Frog, Chestnut-headed Oropendola, Chestnut-mandibled Toucan and Collared Aracari…

Alajuela

NaturesLens visits Alajuela on small-group wildlife photography holidays in Costa Rica, with time here planned around Basilisk Lizard, Blue Jeans Poison Dart Frog, Chestnut-headed Oropendola, Chestnut-mandibled Toucan and Collared Aracari…

San Carlos

NaturesLens visits San Carlos on small-group wildlife photography holidays in Costa Rica, with time here planned around Atlantic Royal Flycatcher, Basilisk Lizard, Blue Jeans Poison Dart Frog, Chestnut-headed Oropendola and…

NaturesLens Collared Aracari Photography Holidays

NaturesLens typically schedules these photography holidays in April, May, November and December.

NaturesLens Guides Who Photograph This Species

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I photograph the Collared Aracari in Costa Rica?

NaturesLens runs dedicated Collared Aracari photography holidays to Costa Rica, typically departing in April, May, November and December.

What specific locations does NaturesLens use to photograph the Collared Aracari?

NaturesLens photographs the Collared Aracari at Boca Tapada, Caño Negro, Guápiles, San Gerardo de Dota, San Ramon, Sarapiquí, Tárcoles, Alajuela and San Carlos.