King Vulture at Boca Tapada

Boca Tapada offers photographers a chance to encounter the striking King Vulture, its bare, multicoloured head and neck making for an unmistakable subject against the Costa Rican canopy. Visitors joining Ultimate Costa Rican Wildlife, Wildlife Icons of Costa Rica, or Essential Costa Rican Wildlife stand a good chance of adding this species to their portfolio during a stop here. April, May, November and December are the months typically favoured for sightings, so planning a trip around this window is worthwhile. As with all wildlife photography at Boca Tapada, patience and a keen eye skyward will serve you well.