About: This tour starts around dusk for a coffee and chocolate tour followed by the night tour through the forest allowing you to see more nocturnal animals. Province: Puntarenas Starting from: Monteverde Time to reach from starting location: 17 minutes Time needed for activity: 2.5 hours Kid friendly: Yes Wheelchair accessible: No What to wear…
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Monteverde Hot Springs
Options for hot springs in Monteverde:
Finca Lindora Hot Springs and Horses
About: These are some of the only, if not the only, “hot springs” available to the public in the Monteverde area. They are arguably not “hot” but rather more “warm”, but when compared to other natural pools you may find in the area, if you’re looking for something pleasant, these are your best bet. Monteverde…
Monteverde Horseback Riding
Options for horseback riding in Monteverde:
Horse Trek Monteverde
About: This company offers horseback riding tours that range in duration from 2.5 hours for the beginner to 8 days for the avid horseback rider! Specifically, the following tours are offered: 2.5 hours, 4 hours, full day, 3-day, and 8-day, as well as custom tours. The 3-day option takes you from Monteverde to La Fortuna,…
Equus Monteverde
About: A guided horseback ride through the countryside that provides spectacular views. There is also a 30 minute sugar cane tour at the end where you get to make your own sugar cane candy. Province: Puntarenas Starting from: Monteverde Time to reach from starting location: 13 minutes Time needed for activity: 2.5 hours Kid friendly:…
Monteverde Hikes
Options for hikes in Monteverde:
Woodpecker Educational Tours
About: This private reserve focuses on educational tourism. They offer guided hikes during the day as well as a sunset and night tour. You will see plenty of flora and fauna during both options, and usually a different variety, so it is worth it to even do both. Province: Puntarenas Starting from: Monteverde Time to…
Valle Escondido Nature Reserve
About: This is a hotel that opens its trails and gardens to the public. The trails are moderate difficulty as there is some elevation change. There are several viewpoints along the trails as well as other notable features to observe such as waterfalls and gardens. You can walk the trails by yourself or book a…
Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve
About: There are 5 different trail loops ranging in difficulty from easy to difficult, covering over 10 km. There are viewpoints, bridges, and an observation tower along the trails. On a clear day you can see several surrounding volcanoes and lakes from the observation tower. There is an orchid garden, a restaurant, and a small…