Explore the lush cloud forest of Costa Rica. Hike on the best hanging bridges in the country and observe the cloud forest up close. Stop at a place where monkeys are normally observed and at a lookout to take pictures of the Gulf of Nicoya.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 12 hours
- Starting time 7:00 AM
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English
- Pickup included
- At your accommodation in central San Jose.
Experience
Highlights
- Hike on the Monteverde Hanging Bridges, one of Costa Rica’s main attractions
- Learn about the interesting Cloud Forest Eco-system
- Follow your guide as they share information and lead you every step of the way
- Observe some of the wildlife of Costa Rica
- Enjoy great views of beautiful landscapes through the whole tour
Full description
Your tour begins in the morning when you get picked up from your accommodation in San José. Then travel towards the northern part of the country on a very scenic drive, with great views of beautiful mountain ranges, local towns and farms, and the Pacific coast.
On the way to Monteverde, enjoy multiple stops. Learn about local fruits at the largest fruit stand of the country. Explore a place where several monkeys are normally observed in the wild at a very close range. Photograph amazing landscapes from a lookout point.
Once in Monteverde, savor a delicious lunch and then proceed to do the amazing hanging bridges tour in the cloud forest. Hike with your guide for two to three hours, admiring the beauties of this rare ecosystem and searching for the local wildlife, including monkeys, emerald toucans, coatimundis, and the rare resplendent quetzal, the most beautiful bird of Costa Rica. This hike is approximately 3km (1.9 miles) long and is mostly on flat terrain with a few mild climbs.
At the end of your hike, enjoy of the amazing hummingbird gallery, where you will be able to observe a large number of species native to the highlands of Costa Rica. Late in the afternoon, return to your accommodation in San José or to your accommodation in central Monteverde.
Includes
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in San José
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional bilingual guide
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
- Services not specified
- Gratuities (optional)
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women
- People with back problems
- People with heart problems
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Important information
Know before you go
- This tour is not recommended for pregnant women, nor for people with heart complaints, back problems, or other serious medical conditions.
- Adult pricing applies to all participants.
- A minimum of two people per booking is required.
- Pick-up begins approximately 30- to 60-minutes prior to the tour time; the exact pick-up time will be advised when you receive your confirmation.
- Tour times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
- This tour operates in all weather conditions so please dress appropriately.
- Please note that walking is involved.
- This tour may be operated by a multilingual guide.
- A vegetarian option is available for lunch; please advise when booking if required.
- You will receive confirmation at the time of booking.
