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San Luis Waterfall, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
San Luis Waterfall
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Ranked #1 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Attraction type  Waterfalls
Sky Trek - Sky Tram Monteverde, Santa Elena
Sky Trek - Sky Tram Monteverde
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Ranked #2 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
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
El Trapiche Tour, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
El Trapiche Tour
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Ranked #3 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 109 reviews
Attraction type  Farms; Factory Tours
Curi-Cancha Refugio de Vida Silvestre
Curi-Cancha Refugio de Vida Silvestre
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Ranked #4 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
5 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
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Ranked #5 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 237 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Horse Trek Monteverde - Horseback Riding in Costa Rica
Horse Trek Monteverde - Horseback Riding in Costa Rica
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Ranked #6 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Owner description: Horseback Riding Stables in Costa Rica . Horse Trek Monteverde is based in the beautiful area of the Monteverde Cloud... 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
Rio Shanti Spa
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Ranked #7 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
5 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
The Bat Jungle, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
The Bat Jungle
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Ranked #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... 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
Monteverde Coffee Tour, Santa Elena
Monteverde Coffee Tour
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Ranked #9 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Attraction type  Factory Tours
Butterfly Garden (Jardin de Mariposas), Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Butterfly Garden (Jardin de Mariposas)
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Ranked #10 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 58 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens
Selvatura Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Selvatura Park
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Ranked #11 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 299 reviews
Owner description: Selvatura Park is one of the best nature and adventure parks in Costa Rica with a wide variety of activities including:... 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
Monteverde Orchid Garden, Santa Elena
Monteverde Orchid Garden
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Ranked #12 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... 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
Sabine's Smiling Horses, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Sabine's Smiling Horses
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Ranked #13 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... 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
Children's Eternal Rain Forest
Children's Eternal Rain Forest
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Ranked #14 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 27 reviews
Attraction type  Forests
Santa Elena Reserve, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Santa Elena Reserve
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Ranked #15 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 64 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Ranario, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ranario
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Ranked #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  119.4 miles from city centre
Santa Elena Skywalk, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Santa Elena Skywalk
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Ranked #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,... 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  119.4 miles from city centre
Monteverde Cheese Factory, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
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Ranked #18 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 48 reviews
Attraction type  Factory Tours
Distance  119.4 miles from city centre
Up in the Cloud Forest, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Up in the Cloud Forest
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Ranked #19 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  National Parks
Distance  119.4 miles from city centre
Monteverde TrainForest, Santa Elena
Monteverde TrainForest
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Ranked #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... 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
Monteverde Frog Pond, Santa Elena
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Ranked #21 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Sloth Sanctuary
Sloth Sanctuary
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Ranked #22 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
4 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Finca Ecologica / Ecological Farm Wild Life Refuge, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ranked #23 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
3.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Owner description: This 75-acre private wildlife preserve has more than 150 species of birds and 4 walking trails for scenic strolls through... more » Owner description: This 75-acre private wildlife preserve has more than 150 species of birds and 4 walking trails for scenic strolls through lush surroundings, 2 waterfalls, a impressive biodiversity.Since its a biological passway it offers an excellent opportunity to the visitors to see a big quantity of mammal and bird species of the zone.Ask for our conservation program. « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Serpentario, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Serpentario
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Ranked #24 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
3.5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Monteverde Sloth Santuary
Monteverde Sloth Santuary
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Ranked #25 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
3.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
El Cafetal Coffee Tour, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ranked #26 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
3.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Factory Tours
La Estrella Stables, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Ranked #27 of 31 Attractions in Monteverde
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Horseback Riding Stables
Distance  119.4 miles from city centre
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Distance  2.0 miles from city centre
Monteverde Wildlife Refuge
Monteverde Wildlife Refuge
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Owner description: The Monteverde Wildlife Refuge is committed to the preservation of our native flora and fauna. It features animal views,... more » Owner description: The Monteverde Wildlife Refuge is committed to the preservation of our native flora and fauna. It features animal views, guided family walks, and guided sunset nocturnal toursSit under a shady tree and watch Quetzals, Bell Birds, Umbrella Birds, Snakes and a variety of other birds in their natural habitat.Monteverde Wildlife Refuge is a private sanctuary, staffed by nature lovers and is the newest Wildlife Refuge in Monteverde Costa Rica. « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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The Museum of Monteverde History, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Owner description: The Museum of Monteverde History has a primary focus on the North American Quakers who founded Monteverde in 1950. Besides... more » Owner description: The Museum of Monteverde History has a primary focus on the North American Quakers who founded Monteverde in 1950. Besides the amazing collection of historic photos, visitors will see many exhibits and learn about the geological history that created the Central American isthmus and enabled the critical migrations of animals and humans between the two continents. The visitor also learns about the indigenous tribes that once lived here, and finally, the contribution of biologists, conservationists, and ecotourism to modern Monteverde. « less
Attraction type  History Museums
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