Description

Itinerary

Day 1: November 2nd – Arrival and Welcome Dinner

• Arrive at San Jose International Airport and transfer to our hotel.
• Check-in and settle into your accommodations.
• Join us for a delicious welcome dinner, where you’ll meet your fellow herping enthusiasts and trip leaders.
• Rest up and get ready for an adventure-packed week ahead!

Day 2: November 3rd – Herping Adventure on Hotel Property

• Start the day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel.
• Embark on our first herping expedition right on the hotel property, led by experienced guides.
• Discover the hidden wonders of the local flora and fauna, including reptiles and amphibians unique to the area.
• Enjoy free time in the evening to relax and explore the hotel’s amenities.

Day 3: November 4th – Continued Exploration on Hotel Property

• After breakfast, dive deeper into the fascinating world of herpetology with another day of guided herping adventures on the hotel grounds.
• Learn about the intricate ecosystems and behavior patterns of the creatures we encounter.
• Capture stunning photos and memories of your up-close encounters with exotic wildlife.

Day 4: November 5th – Road Cruising and Nature Walk

• Today, we venture beyond the hotel property for an exciting road cruising excursion.
• Board our vehicles and journey to a nearby location known for its diverse wildlife.
• Spend the day cruising along scenic roads, spotting reptiles and amphibians in their natural habitats.
• In the afternoon, enjoy a guided nature walk to explore the surrounding area and soak in the beauty of the landscape.

Day 5: November 6th – Hotel Property Exploration

• Return to the hotel for another day of exploration and discovery.
• Delve into different areas of the property with our knowledgeable guides, uncovering hidden gems and rare species.
• Take advantage of optional activities offered by the hotel or simply relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

Day 6: November 7th – Transfer to San Jose and Viper Encounter

• Check out of the hotel and transfer to a hotel near San Jose.
• Upon arrival, settle into your new accommodations and freshen up.
• Join us for an optional excursion to a nearby location renowned for its viper population.
• Spend the evening marveling at these fascinating creatures before retiring for the night.

Day 7: November 8th – Departure

• Enjoy a leisurely morning at the hotel before checking out.
• Transfer to San Jose International Airport for your journey home.
• Bid farewell to your fellow adventurers, taking with you cherished memories and newfound knowledge of the captivating world of herping.

Get ready for an unforgettable herping experience with Tico Herping!

What has been seen recently…

Species	Common Name	Live	DOR	Total
Anomalepis mexicana	Mexicana Blind Snake	0	1	1
Atropoides mexicana	Jumping Viper	5	0	5
Boa Constrictor Imperator	Common Boa	49	34	83
Bothriechis schlegell	Eyelash Viper	116	1	117
Bothrops asper	Fer de Lance	86	70	156
Chironius grandisquamis	Ebony Keelback	1	0	1
Coniophanes fissidens	Brown Stopbelly Snake	7	0	7
Conophis lineatus	Road Guarder	3	0	3
Corallus annulataus	Annulated Boa	3	0	3
Corallus ruschebbergerii	Central Am Tree Boa	7	3	10
Dendropphidion vinitor	Barred Forest Racer	3	0	3
Drymobius margaritiferus	Speckled Racer	2	8	10
Enuliphis sclateri	Sock-Head Snake	3	0	3
Enulius flavitorques	Thivk-tailed Snake	1	0	1
Epicrates c. maurus	Rainbow Boa	15	15	30
Geophis brachycepjalui	Costa Rican	3	0	3
Geophis hoffmanni	Hoffman’s Earth Snake	3	0	3
Imantodos cenahoa	Blunthead Tree Snake	61	48	109
Imantodos gemnistatus	Blunthead Tree Snake	4	4	8
Imantodos inornatus	Blunthead Tree Snake	2	0	2
Lampropeltis t. stuati	Tropical Milk Snake	4	7	11
Leptodeira annulata	Common Cat-eye Snake	3	4	7
Leptodeira rubricata	Mangrove Cat-eye Snake	1	0	1
Leptodeira septentrionnalis	Northern Cat-eye Snake	176	42	218
Leptodrymus pulcherrimus	Streak Snake	0	1	1
Leptophis ahaetuiia	Giant Parrot Snake	11	2	13
Leptophis mexicana	Mexican Parrot Snake	4	1	5
Liophis epinephalus	Fire-belly Snake	1	0	1
Masticophis mentovarius	Neotropical Coachwhip	1	0	1
Mastigodryas malanolomus	Neotropical Racer	5	0	5
Micrurus mosquitensis	Costa Rican Coral Snake	9	1	10
Micrurus alleni	Allen’s  Coral Snake	9	0	9
Micrurus nigrocincus	Central Am Coral Snake	3	2	5
Ninia maculata	Banded Coffee Snake	15	0	15
Ninia sebae	Red Coffee Snake	11	0	11
Oxybelis aeneus	Brown Vine Snake	11	2	13
Oxybelis fulgidus	Green Vine Snake	3	5	8
Oxyrhopus petola	Banded Calico Snake	11	5	16
Pelamis platurus	Yellow Bellied Sea Snakes	86	0	86
Porthidium nasutum	Rain Forest Hognose Pit Viper	13	0	13
Pseustes poecilonotus	Northern Bird Snake	13	1	14
Rhadinaea decorata	Elegant Litter Snake	3	0	3
Sibon annulatus	Red Ringed Snail-eater	4	0	4
Sibon anthracops	Ringed Snail-eater	4	3	7
SIbon nebulatus	Cloudy Snail-eater	133	25	158
Siplohis compressus	Red-eyed Tree Snake	1	0	1
Spilotes pullatus	Tiger Rat Snake	4	1	5
Stenorrhina degenhardi	Brown Scopion-Eater	1	0	1
Stenorrhina freminvillii	Red Scorpion-eater	2	3	5
Tanilla armillata	Blacknect Crown Snake	1	1	2
Trimorphodon Biscatatus	Lyre Snake	1	0	1
Ungaliophis panamensis	Bromellad Boa	2	0	2
Pliocercus euryzonus	Halloween Snake	5	0	5
Xenodon rabdocephalus	False Fer de Lance	1	0	1
Dendrophidion percarinatum	Brown Earth Snake	1	0	1
Sibon longifrenis	Lichen-colored Snail-eater	5	0	5
Scophiodontophis annulatus	False Coral Snake	1	0	1