costa rica activities

arco iris lodge tours monteverde

 

Tours that can be booked through us:


Paradise Horseback Riding, opportunity of seeing 4 different volcanoes on the way, visit to El Edén waterfall (includes transportation on a van from and to the hotel, horseback riding (around 2 – 2 ½ hours), hike though a forest, fruit…).  Departs every day at 7:30 am or 1:30 pm minimum 2 passengers.  More Info

 

Natural History walks in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve - This is a must do while in Monteverde.  We can organize morning hikes in the company of Adrian Mendez, our naturalist guide.  Visiting the reserve with an accredited guide transforms a walk through pretty forest into an amazing look at the life of the cloud forest and a great learning experience.  More Info
 
Natural History walks in the Santa Elena Reserve with experienced Park Rangers, less crowded in High Season.

 

SELVATURA - Walkways and Canopy (Transportation with pick up and drop off at the hotel included, pick up times at the hotel: 8 a.m., 10.30 a.m., 12.30 p.m. and 2 p.m.) 

  • Walkways: Stroll through the cloud forest canopy on eight suspended bridges (self-guided). Breathtaking views into the rain forest. Open daily 7.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Entrance fee is US$ 20 for adults, US$ 15 for students and US$ 10 for children. Located about 4 miles from the town of Santa Elena on the road to the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Preserve. 

  • Canopy: With 20 platforms it is the largest canopy tour in the region. The longest trails measure 240 m and 320 m. Rate is US$ 40 adults, students US$ 30, children US$ 25. Tours at 8.30 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2.30 p.m. 

  • Package # 1: Combination of walkways and canopy. Rate is US$ 55, students US$ 40, children US$ 30.

 

The Original Canopy Tour - The tour starts with a 15 minutes walk to the first platform. Then you traverse on a cable between 9 platforms suspended in trees, with heights from 40 ft. to 110 ft, wearing professional equipment. In the middle of the tour you rappel down and then climb up a ladder to the next platform. At the end you have to rappel down again. Cost is US$ 45, students US$ 35, children US$ 25. Tours at 7.30 a.m., 10.30 a.m. and 2.30 p.m. Transportation with pick up and drop off at the hotel included, pick up times at the hotel: 7 a.m., 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. 

 

100 % AVENTURA - Walkways and Canopy (Transportation with pick up and drop off at the hotel included, pick up times at the hotel 7.30 a.m., 9.00 a.m., 10.30 a.m., 12.30 p.m. and 2.30 p.m.)

  • Hanging Bridges: Stroll through the cloud forest canopy on eight suspended bridges (guided tour with a bilingual guide included – duration approx. 2 hours). Great views. At the end of the tour we will offer the opportunity to climb through the inside of a ficus tree. Entrance fee is US$ 20 for adults, US$ 15 for students and US$ 10 for children. 

  • Canopy: 16 cables (some extend for 1960 feet and height of 260 feet), Tarzan Swing and rappel (15 meters). Rate is US$ 40 adults, students US$ 30, children US$ 25. Tours at 8.00 a.m., 9.30 a.m., 11.00 a.m., 1.00 p.m. and 3.00 p.m. 

  • Package: Combination of bridges and canopy. Rate is US$ 55, students US$ 40, children US$ 30.

 

Refugio de Vida Silvestre Twilight Tour - Starts at 5.30 p.m. The tour starts at twilight and continues into darkness allowing observation of activity in both conditions. US$ 15, children US$ 10. A taxi from the hotel is 1000 Colones.  Less known and less crowded. 

 

Horseback riding - Horses for all levels. Please tell us with your reservation on what time you would like the tour and whether you have experience so we can choose the right horse for you. Guided tours of 2 hours US$ 30 per person including Spanish speaking horse guide. Other tours upon request.

 

Don Juan Coffee Tour - Learn about Monteverde’s Coffee in an unique coffee tour. On the tour you’ll see the whole process, from the farm to your cup. Coffee tours $25 per person or $20 for students.

 

El Trapiche Tour (The sugar cane mill)- A Costa Rican family run business where you can enjoy a 2 hour guided tour. The tour begins with a walk through a farm where you can learn about plantations that grow sugar cane, coffee and other crops such as bananas, plantains, root vegetables, oranges and more…Tour includes an ox cart ride to the Sugar Mill "Trapiche" where sugar cane is processed. Throughout the tour you will have the opportunity to taste the various products that are made from sugar cane as well as a delicious cup of coffee. Tours at 10.00 a.m. and 3.00 p.m., transport included. Prices: US$ 30 / adults, US$ 25 / students and US$ 10 / children (6 - 12 years old).


 


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