Chosen as one of Costa Rica’s Seven Wonders, Monteverde Cloud Forest private reserve was founded in 1972 and it has been recognized worldwide for its efforts in conservation of wild species and their habitats.

This Ecological Sanctuary is located in the highlands of Costa Rica, at an altitude between 1,500m and 1,800 m, right where the Atlantic and Pacific slopes collide over the Continental Divide.

The reserve measures more than 4,000 hectares and holds 2.5% of the world’s biodiversity, making it one of the most important private reserves in Costa Rica.

With a short drive of 25 minutes from the local village of San Elena and the surrounded hotels, you will arrive to the visitors centre to start the 2 hours’ walk through the forest

The focus of the reserve is the protection, for this reason only a small portion (about 3%) of the property is open to the public with 13 kilometers, distributed on 9 different hiking trails.

Although Monteverde is one of the most biodiverse areas of Costa Rica, wildlife is naturally hidden in the misty clouds shifting in the wind or high in the trees with thick mosses and lichens that cover every inch of bark. A knowledgeable naturalist guide not only knows where to look, but also has a scope, allowing you to see most the plants and animals at the reserve and what role they play in the eco-system.

Undoubtedly, this is one of the best places to spot the bird everyone hopes to see, the elusive resplendent quetzal, but also, it is home of hundreds of species of mammals, birds, butterflies, amphibians, reptiles, insects and arachnids.

Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve will leaving you marveled with its beauty and biological diversity.

Type of Excursion:                   Nature

Difficulty Level:                        Moderate

Days of Operation:                   Monday to Sunday

Approximate Duration:             4 hours

Approximate Pick Up Time:     AM: Between 07:00am to 07:15am

                                                PM: Between 01:00pm to 01:15pm

Recommendations:                  Comfortable clothing with lightweight long pants and a long-sleeved shirt with a lighter shirt underneath. For footwear, hiking boots or sturdy sneakers with good grips are best. Also, bring a raincoat as it rains frequently in the cloud forest. If it is sunny, bring sun visor hat or similar, Sunglasses with UV protection and sunscreen. Do not forget insects repellent, aluminium water bottle and camera.

In case of passengers with reduced mobility, heart or respiratory problems, epilepsy, overweight, or women in any stages of pregnancy, please advise us in advance in order to take the previsions and provide them with the best possible care.

Children Policy:                       Infants from 0-5 years are free of charge. CHD rate apply from 6 to 12 years old

Important Remarks:                 This tour requires a minimum of 2 passengers to operate and maximum of 100 passengers. Maximum passengers per guide: 9 participants.