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San Luis Waterfall, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ollie #1 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Attraction type  Waterfalls
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Sky Trek - Sky Tram Monteverde, Santa Elena
Ollie #2 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 160 reviews
Owner description: While staying in Monteverde don’t miss the Sky Tram that will lead you up to the Continental Divide and to one of the highest mountains in the area. ...... more » Owner description: While staying in Monteverde don’t miss the Sky Tram that will lead you up to the Continental Divide and to one of the highest mountains in the area.  Sky Tram is a guided tour where you can have the opportunity to observe the cloud forest outstanding biodiversity, the majestic Arenal Volcano and the Nicoya Gulf.The Sky Trek’s zip lines go from mountain to mountain, allowing you fly through a cable at speeds up to 40 miles per hour and heights of over 520 feet.  There are also 5 observation towers that surpass the cloud forest treetops, providing amazing panoramic views our company has a braking system that was superior to what I'd experienced in other places.The zip linesthemselvesare long and fast, when the clouds cleared, we were able to see the ocean, which was amazing. It is a really great experience. « less
Attraction type  Trams
Distance  0.8 km from city centre
El Trapiche Tour, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ollie #3 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 109 reviews
Attraction type  Farms; Factory Tours
Curi-Cancha Refugio de Vida Silvestre
Ollie #4 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ollie #5 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 234 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Horse Trek Monteverde - Horseback Riding in Costa Rica
Ollie #6 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
5 of 5 stars 30 reviews
Owner description: Horseback Riding Stables in Costa Rica . Horse Trek Monteverde is based in the beautiful area of the Monteverde Cloud Forests. For over 16 years,...... more » Owner description: Horseback Riding Stables in Costa Rica . Horse Trek Monteverde is based in the beautiful area of the Monteverde Cloud Forests. For over 16 years, Marvin Anchia, has been offering horseback riding tours on well-loved and cared for horses. Rides include: 2.5 hours Mountain & Farm View Ride; 4 hours in the Clouds Ride; San Luis Waterfall; All Day Cowboy Ride and Multi-Day, 2-8 day Horseback Riding Holidays. « less
Attraction type  Horseback Riding Stables
Rio Shanti Spa
Ollie #7 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
5 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
The Bat Jungle, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ollie #8 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 91 reviews
Owner description: # 85 live bats free-flying in our huge enclosure, designed to resemble the cloud forest at night# Guided tour by professional guides takes about 45...... more » Owner description: # 85 live bats free-flying in our huge enclosure, designed to resemble the cloud forest at night# Guided tour by professional guides takes about 45 minutes# The tour is both informative, educational and entertaining, with a focus on biology and conservation# Cleverly designed interpretive exhibits, like our giant ears, huge bat heads, and bat skeleton.# You will see, at close range, 85 tropical fruit-eating and nectar-feeding bats from the Monteverde area# Our bats fly, eat, socialize, and even give birth before your eyes « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Butterfly Garden (Jardin de Mariposas), Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ollie #9 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 57 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens
Selvatura Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ollie #10 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 295 reviews
Owner description: Selvatura Park is one of the best nature and adventure parks in Costa Rica with a wide variety of activities including: Canopy Tour, Treetop Walkways,...... more » Owner description: Selvatura Park is one of the best nature and adventure parks in Costa Rica with a wide variety of activities including: Canopy Tour, Treetop Walkways, Butterfly Garden, Insect Exhibition, Hummingbird Garden, Reptile and Amphibian Exhibition and an excellent restaurant where you can combine activities and have the absolute best experience in the Cloud Forests of Monteverde. « less
Attraction type  Parks; Tours
Sabine's Smiling Horses, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ollie #11 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 45 reviews
Owner description: Sabine who speaks English, French, Spanish and German and offers a variety of treks, from $ 15 US per hour to day trips to specialty tours including a...... more » Owner description: Sabine who speaks English, French, Spanish and German and offers a variety of treks, from $ 15 US per hour to day trips to specialty tours including a Full Moon Ride. Several multi-day treks are also on offer. Sabine's Smiling Horses is a true destination in Costa Rica. « less
Attraction type  Horseback Riding Stables
Monteverde Coffee Tour, Santa Elena
Ollie #12 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Attraction type  Factory Tours
Monteverde Orchid Garden, Santa Elena
Ollie #13 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Owner description: The Monteverde Orchid Garden is a place where you can enjoy beauty that is found in the marvelous world of orchids. Our garden has a large...... more » Owner description: The Monteverde Orchid Garden is a place where you can enjoy beauty that is found in the marvelous world of orchids. Our garden has a large collection of orchids; we have more than 425 different species. You can find species that are endemic to Monteverde, and a collection of miniature orchids, including the smallest one in the world. We offer guided walks both in English and Spanish. We are in a great location in down town Santa Elena. « less
Attraction type  Gardens
Santa Elena Reserve, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ollie #14 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 62 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Children's Eternal Rain Forest
Ollie #15 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 27 reviews
Attraction type  Forests
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Ranario, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ollie #16 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 47 reviews
Twenty-six species of frogs and toads are collected in terrariums.
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  192.2 km from city centre
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Santa Elena Skywalk, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ollie #17 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Owner description: Half way between the town of Santa Elena and the Santa Elena Preserve the Sky Walk is located: This complex use trails, suspension bridges for a more...... more » Owner description: Half way between the town of Santa Elena and the Santa Elena Preserve the Sky Walk is located: This complex use trails, suspension bridges for a more tranquil introduction to the ecology and natives of the forest canopy, constructed within the cloud forest. It allows a vision of the forest from a different perspective which starts with a walk on the ground taking you up to explore the treetops, a hardly discovered habitat, called the “canopy” with a naturalist guide. Also discover the night wildlife at our Sky Walk Night Tour. « less
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Bridges
Distance  192.2 km from city centre
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Up in the Cloud Forest, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ollie #18 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  National Parks
Distance  192.2 km from city centre
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Monteverde Cheese Factory, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ollie #19 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 48 reviews
Attraction type  Factory Tours
Distance  192.2 km from city centre
Monteverde TrainForest, Santa Elena
Ollie #20 of 31 attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 29 reviews
Owner description: Two beatiful vintage trains will take the visitor through an amazing 2 hour trip through the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Ideal for family groups and...... more » Owner description: Two beatiful vintage trains will take the visitor through an amazing 2 hour trip through the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Ideal for family groups and people with mobility limitations. Great views of the Arenal Volcano and the Monteverde Cloud Forest, restaurant, souvenir shop and gourmet coffee shop available, open year round from 7 am to 4 pm, night tours available upon request. « less
Attraction type  Scenic Railroads
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