Monteverde Cloud Forest Zipline & Hanging Bridges Combo
Zip through Monteverde’s clouds and then walk above them: this combo tour pairs a multi-line zipline course with 1.9 miles of hanging bridges through the cloud forest canopy. It’s a full-day, up-close way to experience the reserve’s unique ecology and high-elevation views.
The Experience
Before You Go
Dress in quick-dry layers
Temperatures and wetness change quickly—wear breathable base layers with a light insulating midlayer and a waterproof outer shell.
Wear grippy, closed-toe shoes
Bridges and platforms can be slick; trail shoes with good tread reduce slipping risk.
Secure cameras and phones
Use wrist straps or small dry bags—dropping gear from platforms or bridges is common and irreversible.
Bring insect repellent
Cloud forest understory and early-morning shuttle waits can harbor biting insects—repellent improves comfort.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Early-morning birding near the Santa Elena Reserve feeders — quieter and often better for quetzal sightings
- •Short detour to Curi-Cancha Biological Reserve for lower-traffic trails and a different viewpoint over the valleys
Wildlife
- •Resplendent quetzal
- •Three-toed sloth
Conservation Note
Stick to trails and avoid touching epiphytes—guides’ fees and park admissions fund habitat protection and local research into this fragile, moisture-dependent ecosystem.
Monteverde’s reserves grew from mid-20th-century settler communities and later conservation efforts; those efforts protected tracts of cloud forest as scientific and ecotourism resources.
What to Bring
Sturdy closed-toe hiking shoesEssential
Provide traction on wet bridges and stability on platforms and trails.
Light waterproof jacketEssential
Protects against the frequent cloud-forest drizzle and wind at elevation.
Small dry bag or zip-lock for electronicsEssential
Keeps phone, camera and documents dry during ziplines and rain.
Insect repellent
Useful for understory trails and shuttle waits, especially in the wetter months.
Common Questions
What is the minimum age for the zipline?
Children age 4 and older can participate in the zipline; guides will assess size and ability during briefing.
Is lunch included?
Lunch is included for tours that include pick-up from Guanacaste, but for self-drive or some Monteverde hotel pickups it may not be included—check your booking details.
What happens in bad weather?
The operator runs tours in most weather; expect fog, drizzle and occasional heavy rain—dress accordingly. Cancellation terms allow a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure.
Are there health restrictions?
Not recommended for pregnant travelers or people with serious back or heart conditions; moderate fitness is required and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
6–12 hours
Location
Monteverde, Puntarenas
Difficulty
moderate
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate fitness — able to climb stairs and walk uneven trails for 1–3 hours and tolerate short bursts of exertion.
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