Three-Toed Sloths · Monkeys · Toucans · Botanical Gardens · Half-Day Wildlife Experience
Overview
Discover the wildlife of Santa Cruz de la Sierra on this 4-hour Santa Cruz Wildlife Tour through the forests of Urubó and the Santa Cruz Botanical Garden. Ideal for families, photographers, birdwatchers, and nature lovers, it offers the opportunity to experience Bolivia’s biodiversity without leaving the city area.
The main highlight is observing wild three-toed sloths, with a success rate of over 99%, making it one of the most reliable sloth tours in Santa Cruz. Depending on conditions, visitors may also see white-eared titi monkeys, black howler monkeys, black-tailed marmosets, Bolivian squirrel monkeys, capuchin monkeys, capybaras, spectacled caimans, toucans, burrowing owls, lizards, snakes, and many tropical bird species.
The Santa Cruz Botanical Garden and surrounding forests are particularly attractive for birdwatching, with up to 100 bird species recorded in the area depending on the season and weather.
Beyond wildlife spotting, expert local guides explain the behavior, ecology, and conservation importance of the region’s animals, including how they thrive so close to the city.
The tour lasts approximately 4 hours and includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Santa Cruz de la Sierra. This private wildlife experience is suitable for nature lovers of all ages.
As all animals are wild and free-roaming, sightings of every species cannot be guaranteed. However, guides maximize the chances of success by visiting the best wildlife locations and habitats during the tour.
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While our guides have exceptional success at locating wildlife, sightings can never be guaranteed — these are wild animals in their natural environment. Our guides are among the most experienced wildlife finders in the region and will do everything possible to deliver a remarkable experience.
Our team replies within a few hours. We also speak Spanish and English.