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Sky Trek - Sky Tram Monteverde
Sky Trek - Sky Tram Monteverde
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#1 of 11 attractions in Santa Elena
4.5 of 5 stars 161 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... 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  0.5 miles from city centre
Monteverde Coffee Tour
Monteverde Coffee Tour
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#2 of 11 attractions in Santa Elena
5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Attraction type  Factory Tours
Monteverde Orchid Garden
Monteverde Orchid Garden
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#3 of 11 attractions in Santa Elena
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... 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
Monteverde Extremo Canopy Tour
Monteverde Extremo Canopy Tour
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#4 of 11 attractions in Santa Elena
4.5 of 5 stars 48 reviews
Attraction type  Tours
Monteverde TrainForest
Monteverde TrainForest
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#5 of 11 attractions in Santa Elena
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... 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
Santa Elena Cooperative Coffee Tours
Santa Elena Cooperative Coffee Tours
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#6 of 11 attractions in Santa Elena
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  71.3 miles from city centre
Monteverde Frog Pond
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#7 of 11 attractions in Santa Elena
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Artisans Cooperative Santa Elena and Monteverde
#8 of 11 attractions in Santa Elena
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Speciality Shops
Hidden Valley Night Tour
Hidden Valley Night Tour
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#9 of 11 attractions in Santa Elena
4 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Walking tours
Monteverde Massage
Owner description: En KPM usted encontrará un oasis de posibilidades para mejorar su salud física y mental. Nos encontramos en Santa Elena de... more » Owner description: En KPM usted encontrará un oasis de posibilidades para mejorar su salud física y mental. Nos encontramos en Santa Elena de Monteverde, 400 metros al sur de "Caballeriza el Rodeo", tan cerca que puede llegar hasta nuestro local caminando y admirando el maravilloso paisaje. In KPM you will find an oasis of possibilities to recuperate your physical and mental health. Located in Santa Elena de Monteverde, 400 meters south of the "Caballeriza el Rodeo" close enough that you can walk, enjoying the marvelous view. « less
Attraction type  Health Clubs
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Johnny Villegas
Owner description: Your personal guide to Monteverde and the highlands of Costa Rica Monteverde and the highlands of Costa Rica attract... more » Owner description: Your personal guide to Monteverde and the highlands of Costa Rica Monteverde and the highlands of Costa Rica attract scientists, bird watchers, and wildlife lovers from all over the world. Its biodiversity covers: virgin cloud forests and multi-century old strangler fig trees, the continental divide where you can see both the Caribbean and the Pacific coasts, reserves that offer views of Arenal Volcano and provide the few remaining homes of the endangered resplendent Quetzal. canopy tours, zip lining, night tours, bird watching tours, butterfly gardens, hanging bridges, buggy driving, horse-back riding... the list is almost endless. So much to do in so little time. In order to make the most of your stay, you require the services of a personal guide who can show you the very best the area has to offer - without having to spend a fortune! My name is Johnny and not only have I lived in the area for most of my life, I am incredibly fortunate that I have realised my childhood dreams; to become a naturalist guide to the most bio diverse forests and unique & fragile ecosystems that the world has to offer.Contact me in order to discuss how I can best help you to make the most of this stunning location.Wishing you a great trip! Johnny Villegas « less
Attraction type  Tours
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