I am Juan Esteban, a native naturalist guide from La Fortuna—a true paradise I’ve called home my entire life.
My mission is simple: to transform a standard vacation into a deep, unforgettable connection with the tropical rainforest.
For over 20 years, I have specialized in private, tailor-made expeditions for travelers, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts.
Every evening, I lead specialized Night Walk Tours; when the sun sets over the Arenal Volcano, the jungle shifts, and I use my experience to reveal a completely different world of active frogs, reptiles, and nocturnal creatures. No two nights are ever the same.
During the day, my focus turns to the canopy and the hidden corners of the region. Equipped with high-definition spotting scopes, I guide Daytime Wildlife Tours to spot sloths, monkeys, toucans, iguanas, and rare birds in their natural habitats. For photographers, I know exactly where light and wildlife meet — the shots you won’t get anywhere else.
Beyond the wildlife, I love sharing the authentic Costa Rican lifestyle
by taking my guests to hidden gems, pristine waterfalls, and secluded
natural hot springs that most visitors never discover.
Welcome to my backyard. Pura Vida — let’s explore it together.
