Hormigas Town Ant Experience Hormigas Town Ants Experience

  • 0
ID: GYG128583-191103
Category:
Country: Spain

Duration: 01:00 hours


Description

The leafcutter ants (better known as Zompopas) are a fascinating species, organized and able to carry more than 20 times their body weight. Find out more about them on this interesting tour.
You will be able to appreciate close-up how the ants cut the leaves with their jaws and move around their colony. During the tour, there is also the opportunity to see how they grow fungus and you'll catch a glimpse of the queen.

Under normal circumstances it is almost impossible to see their way of living so clearly but the tour supplier's unique system makes it possible to do so.

During 1-hour, you'll learn about the society and model of the ants, their methods of transporting the leaves, the importance of the queen and much more.

Highlights

  • Discover the Zompopas leafcutter ants
  • See how they create a unique fungus
  • Spot the ant queen and discover interesting facts about this unique species

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• It is recommended that you wear sturdy closed shoes
Chilamate, Sarapiqui, Operation Center Aguas Bravas
INCLUDED
  • Certified guide
NOT INCLUDED
  • Transportation
  • Meals

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.