If you’ve always wanted to go birding in Costa Rica — or never taken a birding trip abroad at all — this program with Audubon Outdoor Club of Corpus Christi is a great introduction to the neotropical birds of Central America. You’ll spend time in the Caribbean lowlands and the mountainous southern highlands, seeking out species typical of the differing elevations and habitats. Accompanied by an expert local birding guide, you'll have the opportunity to spot many of the country’s 900-plus species. Combine that with its accessibility and friendly people, and Costa Rica is a perfect destination for beginners and more advanced birders alike. Plus, encounter wildlife such as frogs, monkeys, bats, and sloths.