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Ever wondered what it is a monkey finds so fascinating about the forest canopy? Costa Rica is a pioneer in canopy exploration, where thick branches serve as platforms for the adventurous traveler, more than 100 feet above the jungle floor. If you’re wondering why you’d want to head to the top of a tree just to look around, remember that 90% of Costa Rica animals and 50% of plant species in rainforests live in the upper levels of the trees. When you explore that far off the ground, the view is something you’ll never forget! A Costa Rica zip line tour, hanging bridges hike, or aerial tram tour are all fantastic ways to take advantage of Costa Rica’s stunning forest canopy views.

Almost anyone of any age and physical condition can enjoy a Costa Rica zip line adventure as it is not strenuous. Secured into a harness and attached to a sturdy cable, you will have the opportunity to fly through the rainforest canopy and experience a bird’s eye view of the lively forest below. A Costa Rica zip line is about a five hour adventure that operates rain or shine all year and is led by bilingual guides. For the non-adrenaline junkie, the aerial tram can take you through the rainforest in comfort and safety. Prefer to linger? Hanging bridges offer panoramic views for acres, and an experienced guide will be happy to point out a variety of birds and animals.

Our Experts highly recommend: the canopy zip line at Arenal Volcano for stunning volcano views.

Arenal Reserve: Aerial Tram & Canopy Zipline

A Costa Rica zip line adventure generally involves taking an aerial tram up into the forest canopy to an elevated platform overlooking the forest floor. Enjoy a bird’s eye view as a modern aerial tram takes you through the rainforest in the comfort and safety of an enclosed cab. Once up on the first platform, you click your harness into a pulley and glide across the cable to the next platform, enjoying the scenery from a bird’s point of view.

It’s one of the most popular destinations to visit in Costa Rica, but sharing the view of the Arenal Volcano with the birds from afar on a zipline or aerial tram is a truly incredible experience. The sheer physical magnitude of the volcano—one of the world’s most active until its eruptive cycle ceased in 2010—is uniquely visible in the context of its surrounding rainforest only from above the trees.

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Diamante Superman Canopy Zip Line

Many who’ve visited Guanacaste would be quick to tell you that this region’s tropical dry forests, and the wildlife that inhabit them, are best experienced from above. The Diamante Superman zipline is no exception. Fly above the tree tops, mountains and gorgeous Guanacaste coast line on this thrilling aerial adventure.

Jaco Canopy Zipline Tour

For more advanced zipliners or adventurous first-timers, the Jaco  zipline tour is a true thrill—the speeds reached are higher than those during a regular beginner’s zipline tour. But the speed is not the only draw; views of a waterfall, birds, monkeys, and the enormous Jaco Beach make this zipline tour one of the best.

Jaco Rainforest Aerial Tram

Learn about Costa Rica’s nature and wildlife directly from the forest canopy. On the Jaco  Rainforest Aerial Tram tour, guests sit comfortably in an open-air aerial tram that glides over the top of the forest canopy, and listen to a professional naturalist guide’s explanation of the flora and fauna below.

Manuel Antonio Canopy Safari Zip Line

The oldest established canopy tour in the southern zone of Costa Rica, the Manuel Antonio Canopy Safari Zip Line Tour is run by a team that’s well-versed in giving visitors one of the best experiences of ziplining Costa Rica. Aside from the ziplining, they also have rappelling lines, a suspension bridge, and an incredibly fun “Tarzan swing.” It also serves as a wildlife sanctuary with its butterfly farm, serpentarium, and fishing pond!

Add this tour to our  Rainforest Adventure   itinerary!

Monteverde Sky Aerial Tram & Zipline

The major draw of the ziplining and/or aerial tram tour in Monteverde is the plants and animals of the region, and the ability that the tour grants to see them from above. The climate of this famous cloud forest has resulted in it being an extremely diverse biome, home to over 100 species of mammals, over 400 species of birds, thousands of insect species, and about 2500 species of plants. Monteverde also contains the largest number of orchids in the world.

Add this tour to our  Active Costa Rica Adventure   itinerary!

San Luis Canopy Tour

For those in Costa Rica’s Central Valley region, the cloud forest canopy seems as if it were designed for ziplining. Thrill-seekers can ride 12 different lines between 18 separate platforms and will zip across a gorgeous river landscape a total of four exhilarating times.

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Arenal Hanging Bridges Hike & Hot Springs Tour

If you’re looking for a mixed bag of activities for your day in Arenal , this one’s for you. Walk across a series of suspended bridges that link the treetops for a panoramic view of acres of reserve. Your guide will help you spot lush vegetation and a variety of birds and animals. The day begins with a guided tour of the Arenal Hanging Bridges, full of otherwise unreachable views of the Arenal Volcano. You will traverse over 1.5 miles across 15 suspension bridges, reaching heights of over 200 ft.  Your day concludes at the Arenal hot springs where you can relax sore muscles from the morning hike.

Hacienda Pozo Azul Canopy Zipline and Horseback Ride

From the cloud forest , ride on horseback along the Sarapiqui River until you reach the first platform. With 12 cables running between 17 platforms reaching heights of up to 90 feet in the air, zipliners who run the whole course will traverse a large canyon several times, experiencing remarkable open views.

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Skyline Canopy Tour is more than just an adventure; it's a family experience rooted in fun and conservation. Our tours are designed to thrill everyone, from the youngest to the young at heart, creating unforgettable memories together. While we soar through the treetops, we're also protecting the precious Nimboyores aquifer, a vital water source hidden beneath our lush forest. Join us in experiencing the exhilaration of our canopy tour while knowing you're contributing to the preservation of this natural treasure.

So, join us at Skyline Canopy Tour for an adventure that's all about family, fun, and preserving the wonders of our environment.

At our canopy company, family fun is our priority. We're thrilled to offer an unforgettable experience for everyone, including the little ones. Even children as young as 2 can join in the adventure with our specially designed safety equipment and expert guides. For our youngest explorers aged 2 to 6, our guides will be securely connected with them in tandem mode, ensuring a safe and exciting ride. Once kids turn 7, they can enjoy the thrill of gliding independently on our user-friendly cables. Safety is our top concern, allowing families to create lasting memories together.

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Skyline offers a tour during the sunset time in Guanacaste, 10 cables, spiral staircase, suspension bridge, rope jumping.

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Skyline offers a night tour in Guanacaste where you can enjoy the ziplines experience during the night, this tour starts at 6:15 pm Costa Rica.

Grab the whole family and come join the howler monkeys swinging through the trees at the Skyline Canopy Tour. But it is not all about zip lines, Skyline Canopy Tour also includes a hanging bridge, a Tibetan bridge, a spiral staircase that wraps around a giant Guanacaste tree, and even a Tarzan swing! With harnesses small enough to secure children as young as 2 years old, we are not kidding when we say that we are the most family-friendly zip line tour in Guanacaste!

Try our new Carnivoros FoodTruck!

Before or after experiencing the thrill of our Zipline, why not treat yourself to an unforgettable meal? At Carnívoros Food Truck, located right here on site, we offer a feast of flavors designed to complement your adventure perfectly.

Whether you’re gearing up for the day or winding down from the excitement, indulge in our Angus burgers, tender St. Louis ribs, crispy nachos, and a selection of high-quality smoked delicacies. Each dish is prepared with fresh ingredients and a passion for great food, making your visit a true culinary experience.

At Carnívoros Food Truck, we bring together the thrill of the Zipline and the unbeatable taste of our specialties. Join us and make your day complete with a perfect blend of adventure and flavor!

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You can enjoy the beach and the relaxing resort and jump directly to the adventure and nature, we have many activities, from delight nature with monkeys, hummingbirds, butterflys, aviary, botanical gardens, and jungle cats !!  You can also enjoy water activities like: surfing, paddle board, snorkeling, scuba diving, ocean kayaking, jet ski tours, zodiac, deep sea fishing, catamaran sunset tour and sailing.

But the activities that you can not miss are the ones that will make the adrenaline pumping, like the full speed ATV tours, the world class montain bike trails with scenic ocean views, the always exciting climbing wall or the new aerial adventure, don´t just watch the monkeys, play with them !!!

And of course, you can not go from Diamante Eco Adventure Park with out take a ride in the best Costa Rica Zipline !! More of 4.000 feet of dual zipline, in front of the ocean, having a perfect view of the magnificence of the Guanacaste coast.  It is simply the best costa rica zipline with the highest safety designed by the world leader and authority in zip line course: Adventure Playground .  Diamante is the most advanced carbon fiber zip line technology in Costa Rica delivering the safest, smoothest and most unique experience in zip lining.

The dual line course allows you and your family or friends to ride side-by-side, starts at the top of the Diamante mountain and its vast ocean view, traverses over and through the valley jungle and finishes beach front at the tip of a peninsula located in one of the most pristine bays of Costa Rica’s Gulf of Papagayo.

Whether it’s your first zip line or you are a zip line enthusiast, there is no other ocean front zip line course like this in the world.

So, what are you waiting for !? Come an visit Costa Rica, enjoy Diamante Eco Adventure Park , we have all ages activities, high security standards , and the most Pura Vida people working with us, to make your vacations in Costa Rica the best ones !!

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Our  Zip Line course is Costa Rica’s best and only ocean view dual Zip Line. With the dual lines you can share this experience with your family and friends, riding side by side. The course is considered best in class and known for its soaring lines that deliver guests extremely long ride times.

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5 BEST Places to go Ziplining in Costa Rica +Top-Rated Zipline Tours

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Costa Rica is a paradise for adrenalin junkies, and it’s a well-known destination for adventure activities like whitewater rafting , ATVing, and caving! But, in fact, one of the best things to do in Costa Rica is ziplining!

Yep, Costa Rica is considered an expert in canopy (aka treetop) ziplines especially, and when you consider that most of the nation’s wildlife and birdlife live high up in the trees. I personally love a good zip line so this thrilling sport is a no-brainer to try out the next time you’re in Costa Rica!

In this blog post, I list 5 of the best ziplining destinations in Costa Rica, including Jaco and Monteverde , as well as detailing 5 of the best ziplining tours in the country!

This is the best guide on the internet to the best places to go ziplining in Costa Rica! Plus, I’ve detailed the best tours here (how much they cost and how long they last) and listed some essential tips to know before booking a ziplining experience here!

About Ziplining in Costa Rica

Ziplining is a very popular activity in Costa Rica, and there’s a good reason for it – it’s one of the best ways to see the nation’s abundant wildlife because most of them (90% to be exact) live high up in the canopy! It’s a different world high up in the treetops, with vibrant plants and animals like monkeys and sloths to be spotted as you zip through the trees on a ziplining tour!

Plus, as I mentioned earlier, Costa Rica was one of the first countries in the world to develop canopy ziplines, and here they use giant branches as the platform from which you will zip off and zip back on your tour. And up here, almost 100 feet (30 meters) from the ground, the view is honestly breathtaking!

And what’s great is that people of any age and fitness level can join a ziplining tour as it’s not a very physical activity! Plus, these tours operate no matter the weather, so it’s a great rainy-day activity!

You will be securely strapped into a harness which is then attached to a strong cable so that you can “fly” along on the zipline. The tours on offer in Costa Rica vary greatly from a short and sweet 2-hour adventure to a full-day tour that also includes ATV’ing and horseriding. So, there’s a tour for everyone on this list. I will say, though, that if you have a fear of heights, a ziplining tour in Costa Rica may not be for you!

As you can imagine, there are many places throughout the country where you can try ziplining, from Manuel Antonio, which is home to the longest twin zipline in Central America, to a breathtaking oceanview zipline in Guanacaste! Let me tell you more about the top-rated ziplining experiences in Costa Rica.

Where can you go ziplining in Costa Rica?

In most towns in Costa Rica, you can book a ziplining tour, but the best spots include Monteverde, La Fortuna, Manuel Antonio, Guanacaste, and Jaco! But, all tours are not the same, and your experience will differ greatly depending on what region you choose to do your tour in. 

For example, in the coastal region of Manuel Antonio, you will enjoy stunning ocean views from your zipline, whereas in Monteverde, which is home to the famed  Monteverde Cloud Forest , is completely different and takes place in a lush cloud forest. The cloud forest is home to abundant birdlife!

Of course, some ziplining tours are better than others, and in each region listed above, there are several tours to choose from, so to make it easier for you further down in this blog post, I’ve listed 6 of the best ziplining tours in Costa Rica! That way, no matter where you choose to stay during your vacation in Costa Rica, you can find a highly-rated ziplining tour!

The BEST Places to go Ziplining in Costa Rica

1. monteverde.

One of my favorite places to go ziplining in Costa Rica is Monteverde , a district in the Puntarenas province of Costa Rica. Monteverde is a popular tourist destination because it’s home to the famed Monteverde Cloud Forest and the bustling  town of Santa Elena . It’s also considered one of the best places to stay in all of Costa Rica .

And the great news for adrenaline junkies is that not far from Santa Elena is the exciting 100% Aventura Park which boasts a thrilling 10-cable zipline course!

On a ziplining tour here , you can get your heart pumping on the highest and longest zipline in Central America, aptly named ‘The Superman, ‘ which is a whopping 4,461 feet (1,360 m) high and almost a mile long! Not only that, you can explore some of the  best hanging bridges in Monteverde , also known as rope suspension bridges, on a tour here! Overall, you’re guaranteed a fun time at Aventura Park! 

If you’re staying in Santa Elena, it’s a 12-minute drive (4.4 km) to the Park, so you can easily drive yourself or grab a taxi or Uber if you prefer. Alternatively, there are many guided tours to this awesome Park, some of which include transportation to/from Santa Elena!

For example,  this ziplining tour has it all ! The tour is 3-hours long and includes a speedy ride on the iconic Superman zipline, which I mentioned earlier! This zipline has a special back-clip harness, so you can experience the thrill of ziplining facing forward and hands-free for 1.2 miles (1.9 kilometers.)

What’s great, too, is that you’ll also get to test the 10-cable zipline course, the Mega Tarzan Swing Ride, walk across the rope suspension bridges, and experience an ATV ride through the forest!

This tour costs $56 USD which is one of the more affordable options on this list.

Related Read: If you’re going to Monteverde, be sure to eat at some of the best restaurants !

2. La Fortuna

Many believe La Fortuna to be the adventure capital of Costa Rica – with an abundance of heart-racing tours on offer , from exploring Venado Caves to El Salto Ropeswing, and there are even whitewater rafting tours on nearby Rio Balsa and Rio Sarapiqui!

But, in my opinion, one of the best things to do in La Fortuna is ziplining. It’s the perfect day activity for me because you get to see breathtaking scenery while speeding through the treetops! 

The small town of La Fortuna is located in the central valley of Costa Rica and is also known as the gateway to  Arenal Volcano National Park , and from pretty much everywhere in town, you can see this massive volcano looming above you! La Fortuna is located a 2.5-hour drive from San Jose, which makes it possible to visit on a day trip .  

The cool thing about ziplining in La Fortuna is that you can zipline over a waterfall. Yep, on  this zipline tour , you can zipline over La Fortuna Waterfall! Plus, you’ll also be treated to breathtaking views of Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato as you “fly” or zip across the 12 different ziplines here.

The cost for this particular experience is $92 USD per person.

It’s important to note that it’s a bit of a hike to get to the first zipline, and some short hiking is required in between each zipline too. An added bonus is this particular tour includes a visit to the Maleku Cultural Resource Center and roundtrip transportation from La Fortuna.  

Related Read: Some of the other top things to do in La Fortuna, besides ziplining, are visiting La Fortuna Waterfall and taking a sloth tour . Check out our detailed guides!

3. Manuel Antonio

Manuel Antonio is one of my favorite places to visit in Costa Rica ; located next to the beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park , this coastal town is one of the most visited regions in the country. And it’s really no surprise considering there’s a plethora of awesome activities on offer here – from joining a sunset sailing cruise to exploring one of the many waterfalls and beaches in the region.

But, of course, one of my favorite things to do here is a ziplining tour. And what’s great is that Manuel Antonio is home to the longest twin zip line in Costa Rica!

On this Manuel Antonio Canopy Tour , you will have the chance to fly through the treetops on a tandem zipline (which means you can do it at the same time as a friend), which is an impressive 4,300 feet long (1310 meters)! And this zipline is just one component of this highly-rated tour; you can also walk across 6 hanging bridges, get your adrenalin pumping on 9 double-anchored ziplines, and experience 14 different tree platforms as part of this epic experience! 

This 5-hour tour costs $90 USD and includes lunch, snacks, water, and return transport from Manuel Antonio. 

If you do one activity in Manuel Antonio make it ziplining – the lush forest around Manuel Antonio is ideal for this heart-stopping sport!  

Related Read: Check out my guide to the best places to stay in Manuel Antonio !

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Viator is a trusted online booking system for tours around the world! We almost always book our tours using Viator for a couple of reasons:

• Free cancellation on most tours – Most of the tours on Viator allow you to cancel and get a full refund up to 24 hours in advance. This is handy in case plans change, or if booking an outdoor activity, the weather forecast is looking grim.
• Reserve now and pay later – You can secure your spot on some of the most popular tours well in advance and not pay until closer to the day of the tour.
• Lowest price guarantee – If you happen to find the same tour at a lower price elsewhere, Viator will refund you the price difference.
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4. Guanacaste

Ziplining is one of the most popular and best things to do in the Guanacaste region ; yes, in this massive area which is nestled between Nicaragua in the North and the Nicoya Peninsula to the South, you can book a variety of ziplining tours. These adrenalin-fuelled tours can be enjoyed in most towns in Guanacaste including Tamarindo , Liberia , Playa Flamingo , and Nosara ! 

Plus, you can also zipline in the stunning, lesser-known Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park! On a tour here, you zipline through the treetops, swing, rock climb, and walk across a steep hanging bridge over the White River Canyon.

This  Guachipelin Adventure Volcano Combo  has it all and is incredibly popular with tourists to the region. This full-day tour costs $135 USD which is for the self-drive option, or slightly more at $149 for transport to be included. You can get picked up in Playa Flamingo, Liberia, and Playa Coco for this particular tour. 

Near the town of Playa Flamingo,  this Guanacaste Forest Zipline tour  takes place on a large family farm, which has been in the same family for many years! It boasts 9 different cables suspended at 390 feet (119 meters), and some stretch as long as 1,800 feet (548 meters)! Keep your eyes peeled for howler monkeys, iguanas, and native birds as you fly through the forest here! There are 3 different time slots for this tour, and each one takes about 3 hours. The cost is roughly $100 USD.

While the best ziplining tour in the surf town of Nosara is this canopy tour with   Miss Sky . In fact, this canopy tour is the longest of its kind in the world at 11 km (6.8 mi). You’ll get to experience 21 ziplines on this tour, each averaging 500 meters (1640 feet) in length. But the real selling point for this tour is that you’ll get the chance to zipline into a 5-story building, which is pretty cool! It’s priced at $75 USD and lasts for about 4 hours.

And lastly, there are a few different ziplining tours in Tamarindo on offer. But I highly recommend  this one  because it’s cheap and cheerful at just $65 USD per person. You will get to test out ten ziplines during the hour-long time slot. In fact, if you’ve never been ziplining before, this particular tour is a great introduction to the activity!

Related Read: If you’re on a budget, be sure to check out my guide to cheap and free activities in Tamarindo !

And lastly,  Jaco , a small city on the Pacific Coast renowned for its epic beaches and great bars, is also a great place to base yourself if you want to try ziplining in Costa Rica. This party town is the closest beach town to San Jose, at just an hour and 40 minutes’ drive!

Would you believe there are a lot of ziplining tours on offer in Jaco , so many in fact, that many tourists struggle to choose one? Well, luckily for you, I’ll list my favorites below! 

If you’re only interested in ziplining (no ATV’ing or other extras like lunch), then this  ocean and mountain view zipline tour  is the perfect choice for you. It boasts 14 different ziplines, and the $66 USD price tag is affordable for even the budget savvy of travelers. The price also includes transportation from any hotel in Jaco.  

While if you’re after a long tour,  this half-day tour combines ziplining and ATV’ing ! The tour features 10 ziplines, including one that’s half a mile in length. And once you’re done zipping through the treetops, you’ll hop into an ATV and go offroading into the rainforest and onto a waterfall – where you can take a refreshing dip if you wish! It costs approximately $179 USD but considering all it offers, it’s great value for money, in my opinion!  

Related Read: While you’re visiting Jaco, check out the top-rated ATV tours from Jaco – read all about them!

The BEST Zipline Tours in Costa Rica

1. guachipelin adventure (zipline with volcano, horseback riding, and river tubing combo).

First up on my list of the best ziplining tours in Costa Rica is this full-day tour within Rincon de la Vieja National Park which includes a horseback ride, river tubing, a visit to a volcanic mud bath and natural hot springs, and of, course ziplining. That’s 5 awesome adventures in one jam-packed day!

The epic ziplining course takes you through the treetops and over a steep canyon with a fast-flowing river below. There are 8 ziplines here and 18 platforms, and you must zipline, rock climb, and rappel your way through the course. There’s even a hanging bridge, climbing wall, a Via Ferrata type (aka a cable) rappel, and a Tarzan swing! The course is just so much fun!

Once you’re done zipping through the course, you will return to the starting point for a 45-minute horseback ride through the forest! It’s a scenic journey, and you will see lots of unique flora, fauna, and native wildlife!

Next up is river tubing on Rio Negro, a thrilling, fast-paced ride of 5 km (3.1 mi) that takes you through twists and turns and rapids.

Lunch is also included, and this will be served up after river tubing. It includes a selection of entrees and sides, a dessert bar, as well as fresh juice, coffee, and tea.

And that’s not all; after lunch, you will be driven to the Rio Negro Hot Springs, where you can relax in 10 different thermal pools, all of which are naturally heated by the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano! You may also treat yourself to a volcanic mud bath, during which you must lather yourself in volcanic clay mud and then wash it off with a cold shower. Your skin will feel “baby soft” afterward.

Considering all that’s included, I think this is fantastic value for money at $135 USD per person.

Pick-up is included from most of the popular tourist towns in Guanacaste, including Playa Flamingo, Tamarindo, Playa Hermosa, Playa Grande, and more!

You can book this full-day tour within Rincon de la Vieja National Park here!

2. Oceanview Zipline in Guanacaste

Next up is the longest oceanview dual tandem zipline in the country located at Diamante Eco Adventure Park. You can zipline next to a friend, partner, or family member – which is quite the experience! Plus, the views of Playa Matapalo are breathtaking as you zip speedily along the 4,461-foot (1,360-meter) zipline.

This particular zipline is nicknamed “The Superman” because of the way you’re strapped in – facing forward.

And if you’re feeling really brave, why not try out the “Tarzan Swing,” which involves you jumping from a 30-foot (9.1-meter) tower! Or attempt their version of a bungee jump, called the “Quick Jump,” which is a scary free fall from a steep tower.

A slightly tamer experience is the zipline over the hanging bridge, which involves you ziplining right onto a bridge – but beware, there are crocodiles in the river below!

Allow 2 hours for this particular tour; prices start from $91 USD! Diamante Eco Adventure Park is located in Playa Matapalo, under an hour’s drive from Liberia and just 30 minutes from Playa Hermosa and Playa del Coco.

You can book the longest oceanview dual tandem zipline in Costa Rica here!

3. Most affordable Zipline in Tamarindo

And now for the most affordable ziplining tour in the popular resort of Tamarindo – on this Monkey Jungle zipline, you will literally be hanging like a monkey (hence the name) from the treetops in the lush jungle in Guatemala de Santa Rosa, a short drive from Tamarindo!

On this particular tour, not only will you fly through the trees on 7 different ziplines, but you will also get the chance to explore the jungle on foot and see wildlife like white face monkeys, congo monkeys, armadillos, lizards, wild boars, and maybe even some small deer! There’s also abundant birdlife to be seen in the trees here!

What’s great, too, is this tour is short, taking just 1 – 2 hours, giving you more time to experience other awesome activities in Tamarindo!

At the end of your tour, you will be treated to a light snack of some local fruits and water. All of the above for just $65 sounds like a great price to me!

Here, you can book the most affordable ziplining tour in the popular resort of Tamarindo !

4. Longest Twin Zipline in Costa Rica

The longest twin zipline in Central America is just under a mile long (1.2 miles to be exact) and boasts 14 tree platforms, 6 hanging bridges, and much more! It’s no wonder this Manuel Antonio Canopy Tour is one of the most popular things to do in the stunning coastal region of Manuel Antonio!

Located on the El Santuario property, a short drive from Manuel Antonio – this adrenalin-pumping tour includes flying through the treetops on the longest zipline in Latin America, which, as I mentioned earlier, is 0.8 miles long and 4,300 feet high (1310 meters)! Plus, while you’re here, you have the chance to try out 10 double-anchored ziplines, which span over 3.6 km (2.2 mi) in total, a double belay rappel, and 3 nature walks!

The unique touchless zipline system that they use here at El Santuario enables you to relax and enjoy the zipline (and the incredible views) without having to worry about braking at the end of each line. It’s completely safe!

This particular tour is 4.5 – 5 hours long and includes transport from most hotels in Manuel Antonio or the nearby city of Quepos, as well as a delicious lunch. The price starts from $90 USD per person.

You can book the the longest twin zipline in Central America here!

5. 100% Adventure Park Combo in Monteverde

Next up is the popular 100% Aventura Park in Monteverde, where you can enjoy 3 hours of fun, including a 10-cable zipline course, ATV buggy ride, rope bridge, and rappel !

Test your bravery on the longest and highest zipline in Central America, the Superman zipline, which is aptly named because on this zipline, you will be attached to a special back-clip harness so that you can go head-first and hands-free for over a mile! Or try out the Mega Tarzan Swing, and feel your stomach drop as you leap from a steep height!

And after you’ve had your fill of ziplining around Monteverde , hop into an ATV buggy and speed through the rainforest, splashing through mud and taking in the scenery as you drive!

The price for this fun combo tour is $56 USD, and that includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Monteverde!

You can book this 10-cable zipline course, ATV buggy ride, rope bridge, and rappel here!

6. 25 Ziplines over Waterfalls

And finally, a truly unique ziplining tour, one in which you can “fly over” 11 different waterfalls at the Adventure Park Costa Rica in Miramar . Situated within the province of Puntarenas, this awesome 25-zipline course lets you take in magnificent mountain, ocean, and rainforest views!

It’s, in fact, the longest zipline course in Costa Rica, and as well as ziplining, you will have to swing over a rope bridge and perform 2 rappelling maneuvers! I will add that the views of the Nicoya Gulf from the ziplines are epic, so be sure to pause for a moment and take it all in!

After ziplining, you will jump into an offroad truck to explore the jungle from ground level. Plus, you may stop along the way to take a dip in a mountain pool filled with refreshing spring water!

A yummy lunch at El Tucan restaurant and return transport from most Arenal, Jaco, San Jose, Puntarenas , and Guanacaste hotels can be provided!

Because of the rappelling involved in this particular tour, a good level of fitness is required, and individuals should not weigh more than 280 pounds (127 kg). You should also pack a bathing suit and closed-toe shoes for this adventure!

An added bonus is that this is a small-group tour – a maximum of 10 people allowed, so you’re guaranteed a personalized experience. Prices start from $109 USD per person!

You can book the Adventure Park Costa Rica in Miramar ziplining tour here!

How much do Zipline Tours in Costa Rica Cost?

The price of ziplining tours in Costa Rica varies greatly depending on how long it is and where the tour is located!

The more expensive tours, like  this full-day tour within Rincon de la Vieja National Park,  costs $135 USD per person because it includes more than just ziplining. On this tour, you can enjoy horseriding, river tubing, and a visit to some Hot Springs. 

Whereas  this ziplining tour in Tamarindo  is super-cheap, costing just $65 USD. It’s just 1-2 hours long and features 7 ziplines (a lot less than the more pricey options on this list).

On average, though, I recommend allowing just under $100 USD for a highly-rated ziplining tour in Costa Rica!

Is Ziplining in Costa Rica suitable for kids?

Yes, most ziplining tours in Costa Rica are suitable for kids aged 6 and over. It’s a completely safe experience for them, and young kids will likely need to be harnessed to a professional guide.

However, it’s important to note that some tours are not suitable for kids – for example, on those tours that involve rappelling, kids are not permitted. Check all age, height, and weight requirements before you book any one specific ziplining tour.

Can you Zipline in the Rain?

The great thing about ziplining in Costa Rica is that it’s an activity that can be done in any weather. Yep, rain doesn’t need to hinder your plans. However, it’s important to note that in periods of heavy rain, your experience will be less enjoyable as you will get very wet, your visibility will be limited, and you may not see too much wildlife, as they tend to hide from the rain.

It’s worth noting that if you book with Viator (who I highly recommend), you can cancel or change your booking date up to 24 hours in advance, so if the weather forecast is bad, you can amend your date last minute!

Related Read: Want to avoid the rain? Read about the best time to visit Costa Rica which includes info about the weather all year round.

The BEST Things to do in Costa Rica

While there are so many fun things to do in Costa Rica , a couple of specific attractions and activities stand out amongst the rest. They are:

Explore Volcanoes

There are some impressive (and beautiful!) volcanoes that you’ll want to check out while you’re here.

Poas Volcano is known for its bright blue crater lake. Poas Volcano is most commonly visited on a day trip from San Jose. This Poas Volcano tour from San Jose is one of the best you can do since it also includes a visit to the La Paz Waterfall Gardens as well as a coffee farm.

Arenal Volcano is also one of Costa Rica’s top attractions. Arenal Volcano is located closest to the town of La Fortuna. You can book this full-day tour from La Fortuna that takes you to the volcano to hike, the famous La Fortuna Waterfall and even a hanging bridge – it’s a full day of adventure!

Chase Waterfalls

La Fortuna Waterfall is one of our favorite waterfalls in all of Costa Rica. You can easily visit it on this full-day tour in La Fortuna that also visits hot springs.

Rio Celeste is another beautiful waterfall that is famous for its bright blue water. Rio Celeste is a popular attraction to visit from Guanacaste Province and this particular tour includes transport from there. Alternatively, you can book this tour from La Fortuna or this tour from San Jose .

See the wildlife

Costa Rica is the place for wildlife lovers! One of the best places to see lots of animals in their wild habitat is at Manuel Antonio National Park . With the help of a guide you will see plenty of birds, monkeys, and even sloths! This particular tour is super popular and also has amazing reviews, so you really can;t go wrong.

There are also lots of wildlife rescue centers around the country that are worth visiting. The Jaguar Rescue Center in Puerto Viejo is one of our favorites as well as Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center in San Jose where you can book this private tour.

Getting Around Costa Rica

How you choose to get around Costa Rica is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make when planning your holiday here! How you do it depends on your budget, travel style, and comfort level. 

Renting a Car

Without a doubt, the number one way to explore Costa Rica is in a rental car. We book rental cars on the Discover Cars website as we have had good experiences with them in the past.

One of the things you need to watch for when renting a car in Costa Rica is the mandatory insurance that the government requires you to have. There are a lot of very cheap rentals that don’t include this mandatory insurance (TPL) in the original booking price, but there are also ones that do. To avoid additional surprise charges when you pick up your rental car, be sure to rent a car that includes the mandatory insurance when you book.

Thankfully, on Discover Cars it’s easy to tell apart the companies that include the mandatory insurance and those that don’t. The trick is you can’t pick any car on their website. In the picture below, you can see this rental car, with pick up in Jaco, includes the TPL. That means the mandatory insurance is included in the price. Any cover you get above that is extra.

Of course, I still suggest getting the full coverage offered by Discover Cars, which covers you even more.

You can  browse cars on Discover Cars here .

Book Shuttles

If renting a car isn’t in your budget, you don’t feel comfortable driving in Costa Rica , or you just don’t like driving, shuttles are the next best option. There are hundreds of shuttle routes available all over the country, and they are very affordable.

Shuttles in Costa Rica are specifically for tourists and often include pick up and drop off at your selected hotels and airports. The drivers also speak some English, and the vehicles have air conditioning. You’ll also be guaranteed a seat when you book a shuttle (which isn’t the case with the public bus system.)

To get the best price, use the website  Bookaway . They compare all the offers and prices of shuttle companies in Costa Rica so you get the best price! Honestly, we have saved so much money using Bookaway! 

You can search for shuttles online on Bookaway here.

Lastly, you can use the public bus system. On short journeys, such as from San Jose to La Fortuna or Uvita to Manuel Antonio, this system is great. However, the longer the journey the more hassle and time spent on a bus. It’s undoubtedly best to save the public bus in Costa Rica for short and straightforward trips!  

The public buses are definitely the cheapest way to get around Costa Rica, but they are not always very reliable and schedules often change without notice and delays are to be expected. The buses can also be very crowded and hot – so just be prepared!

It’s also good to speak some Spanish if you plan on riding the public bus since most drivers and ticket booth operators don’t speak English.

Don’t Forget Travel Insurance!

If you’re looking to save money on travel insurance, we currently use and recommend  SafetyWing . We’ve been using their coverage since 2018 and they’ve had our backs when we needed emergency flights and got sick overseas.

SafetyWing is one of the cheapest providers out there and covers everything from medical costs to lost luggage, travel delays, and emergency flights. A huge difference we’ve found between them and other companies is that they let you take out a policy AFTER leaving your home country. We’ve also found it handy that it’s a monthly payment rather than a lump sum, and you can get a refund for unused time.

SafetyWing has helped us out in some scary situations before and their affordable coverage has given us peace of mind.

Book your travel insurance with SafetyWing here!

And there you have it, 5 of the best places to go ziplining in Costa Rica as well as 6 of the best tours available to be booked right now! I hope this detailed blog post has given you plenty of inspiration for your upcoming adventure-filled vacation to Costa Rica!

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Best Ziplines in Costa Rica: Comparing 6 in Arenal and Monteverde

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Last updated on December 26th, 2023 at 07:05 pm

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One of Costa Rica’s best qualities is its variety of adventures. You can experience active volcanoes, explore the rainforest, lounge on beautiful beaches, hike through national parks and cloud forests, soak in hot springs, and even experience the best ziplines in Costa Rica with only a short amount of time to spend in this tiny country. However, with variety comes choice, and choice can be a difficult thing, especially when each adventure is worth having.

Travelers like you often turn to us for assistance with their Costa Rica trip planning and there’s no activity we’re asked about more than ziplining. Ziplining (or “canopy tours”; see our related blog post Ziplining And Canopy Tours In Costa Rica: The Difference Between The Two for definitions of each) is one of Costa Rica’s most popular adventures. It can be experienced in just about every area of the country, but the best ziplines in Costa Rica are located in Arenal and Monteverde. The lush, green, natural settings that these two destinations provide make for magnificent canopy tour backdrops. Both Arenal and Monteverde are home to several zipline tour providers; in the true spirit of competition, each company argues its zipline tour is the best in Costa Rica.

Sorting through the various options, especially if you’re in search of the best Arenal canopy tour or the best Monteverde canopy tour, can be time consuming. But, we can help. Here’s what you should know about the top six zipline tour options located in the Arenal and Monteverde areas of Costa Rica:

• The Sky Trek Canopy Tour run at the Arenal Sky Adventures Park
• The Big AMA Canopy Tour run at the Arenal Mundo Aventura Ecological Park
• The Sky Trek Canopy Tour run at the Monteverde Sky Adventures Park
• The Canopy Tour run at the  Selvatura Park
• The Canopy Tour run at the Monteverde Extremo Park
• The Canopy Tour run at the 100% Aventura Adventure Park

We created the above map to showcase where each Arenal (La Fortuna) and Monteverde zipline attraction is located. Included on the map are the following sites (each of which we detail in this blog post):

• Arenal Sky Adventures Park (marked by a tree icon)
• Arenal Mundo Aventura Ecological Park (marked by a tree icon)
• Monteverde Sky Adventures Park (marked by a tree icon)
• Selvatura Park (marked by a tree icon)
• Monteverde Extremo Park (marked by a tree icon)
• 100% Aventura Adventure Park (marked by a tree icon)

Don’t miss our discounts for activities run at the Arenal Sky Adventures Park, including the Sky Trek Canopy Tour: Click here to access the FREE Arenal Sky Adventures Park discounts!

Are the best ziplines in Costa Rica part of the Sky Trek Canopy Tour (Ziplining) at the Arenal Sky Adventures Park?

The Arenal Sky Adventures Park is located just west of La Fortuna (an approximate twenty-five-minute drive from the town center), around the community known as El Castillo. The park’s on-site canopy ziplining tour, called the Sky Trek Canopy Tour , offers an approximate two-hour tour across a series of zipline cables. It is the only canopy ziplining tour in the La Fortuna/Arenal area to automatically include a complimentary aerial tram ride with purchase of the ziplining tour. The Sky Trek Canopy Tour may also be combined with Sky Adventures’ Sky Tram Aerial Tram Ride and/or the Sky Walk Hanging Bridges , two activities that also take place on-site at the Arenal Sky Adventures Park. To learn more about our experiences participating in the Sky Trek Canopy Tour at the Arenal Sky Adventures Park, don’t miss our related blog post Sky Adventures Arenal: Ziplining, Hanging Bridges, And Tram Rides In La Fortuna .

• Number of cables: 10 zipline cables in total
• Cable length span: 200 to 750 meters
• Braking system utilized: automatic braking system
• Guided tour option available? yes; see the  Sky Tram Aerial Tram Ride and Sky Trek Canopy Tour (La Fortuna/Arenal) option
• Self-guided tour option available? no; it is not possible to participate in the tour without a guide
• Night tour option available? no
• Private tour option available? yes
• Restaurant on-site? yes; breakfast and lunch served
• Special features: the Sky Trek Canopy Tour includes a complimentary Sky Tram Aerial Tram Ride ; visitors may purchase a “Sky Picture” and/or a “Sky Movie” at the park as tour souvenirs
• Minimum age for participation: 1.2 meters tall (Sky Adventures does not enforce a minimum age limit; instead they enforce a minimum height limit)
• Transportation to/from La Fortuna/Arenal hotels available? yes; however Sky Adventures does not automatically include round-trip transportation in their tour rates (round-trip transportation may be added to any reservation for an extra fee)

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Are the best ziplines in Costa Rica part of the Big AMA Canopy Tour at the Arenal Mundo Aventura Ecological Park?

The Arenal Mundo Aventura Ecological Park is located an approximate five-minute drive south of downtown La Fortuna. The park’s on-site canopy ziplining tour, called the “ Big AMA Canopy Ziplining Tour, offers an approximate three-hour tour across a series of zipline cables and is the only canopy ziplining tour in La Fortuna/Arenal to include both a zipline over the La Fortuna Waterfall. It also provides a view of another waterfall, the Pino Blanco Waterfall, as well as a brief visit to the on-site Maleku Cultural Rescue Center. The Big AMA Canopy Ziplining Tour may also be combined with a Rappel Tour , which takes place on-site at the Arenal Mundo Aventura Ecological Park, or the park’s La Fortuna Waterfall Tour , which leads either a horseback riding or tractor tour from the park to the La Fortuna Waterfall. To learn more about our experiences participating in the Big AMA Canopy Ziplining Tour at the Arenal Mundo Aventura Ecological Park, don’t miss our related blog post Arenal Mundo Aventura: La Fortuna Canopy Ziplining Tour .

• Number of cables: 12 zipline cables in total (Big AMA canopy ziplining tour option)
• Cable length span: 200 to 800 meters
• Braking system utilized: manual (hand) braking system
• Guided tour option available? yes; see the Big AMA Canopy Ziplining Tour option
• Restaurant on-site? yes; lunch served
• Special features: the Big AMA Canopy Ziplining Tour includes a zipline over the La Fortuna Waterfall and a brief presentation performed at the park’s Maleku Cultural Rescue Center; tour participants may opt to participate in part of the tour via tractor ride or horseback ride; visitors may purchase a photo CD at the park as a tour souvenir
• Minimum age for participation: at least seven years old, at least three feet ten inches tall, and at least fifty-one pounds to participate (the Arenal Mundo Aventura Ecological Park enforces minimum ages, height, and weight limits)
• Transportation to/from La Fortuna/Arenal hotels available? yes; the Arenal Mundo Aventura Ecological Park automatically includes round-trip transportation in their tour rates

Don’t miss our discounts for activities run at the Monteverde Sky Adventures Park, including the Sky Trek Canopy Tour: Click here to access the FREE Monteverde Sky Adventures Park discounts!

Are the best ziplines in Costa Rica part of the Sky Trek Canopy Tour at the Monteverde Sky Adventures Park?

The Monteverde Sky Adventures Park is located in of Costa Rica’s Monteverde region, an approximate ten-minute drive north of downtown Santa Elena. The park’s on-site canopy ziplining tour, called the Sky Trek Canopy Tour , offers an approximate two-hour tour across a series of zipline cables and includes a complimentary free-fall activity known as the Vertigo Drop . It is the only canopy ziplining tour in the Monteverde area to automatically include a complimentary aerial tram ride with purchase of the ziplining tour. The Sky Trek Canopy Tour may also be combined with Sky Adventures’ Sky Tram Aerial Tram Ride and/or the Sky Walk Hanging Bridges , two activities that also take place on-site at the Monteverde Sky Adventures Park. The park’s off-site herpetarium (which is located closer to downtown Santa Elena) provides a Herpetarium Tour which can also be combined with the park’s other adventure activities. To learn more about our experiences participating in the Sky Trek Canopy Tour at the Monteverde Sky Adventures Park, don’t miss our related blog post Sky Adventures Monteverde: Ziplining, Hanging Bridges, And Tram Rides In The Cloud Forest .

• Cable length span: 100 to 750 meters
• Guided tour option available? yes; see the  Sky Tram Aerial Tram Ride and Sky Trek Canopy Tour (Monteverde) option
• Special features: the Sky Trek Canopy Tour includes a complimentary Sky Tram Aerial Tram Ride , a complimentary free-fall activity known as the Vertigo Drop , and a free tarzan swing (optional)
• visitors may purchase a “Sky Picture” and/or a “Sky Movie” at the park as tour souvenirs
• Transportation to/from Monteverde hotels available? yes; however Sky Adventures does not automatically include round-trip transportation in their tour rates (round-trip transportation may be added to any reservation for an extra fee)

Are the best ziplines in Costa Rica part of the Canopy Ziplining Tour at the Selvatura Park?

The Selvatura Park is located in the Monteverde region, an approximate ten-minute drive north of downtown Santa Elena. The park’s on-site canopy ziplining tour, called the Canopy Ziplining Tour , offers an approximate two-hour tour across a series of zipline cables. The Canopy Ziplining Tour may also be combined with Selvatura’s Treetop Walkways Hanging Bridges Tour (Monteverde), a Herpetarium Tour (Monteverde), a Butterfly Garden Tour (Monteverde), and/or a Hummingbird Garden Visit (Monteverde), four activities that also take place on-site at the Selvatura Park. To learn more about our experiences participating in the Canopy Ziplining Tour at the Selvatura Park, don’t miss our related blog post Selvatura Monteverde: Ziplining, Hanging Bridges, Butterfly / Hummingbird Gardens, And A Reptile / Amphibian Exhibit In The Cloud Forest .

• Number of cables: 15 zipline cables in total
• Cable length span: 70 to 1000 meters
• Braking system utilized: manual (hand) braking system
• Guided tour option available? yes; see the Canopy Ziplining Tour  (Monteverde) option
• Special features: the Canopy Ziplining Tour features a free tarzan swing (optional) and a superman cable (optional; charged at an extra cost); visitors may purchase a photo CD as a tour souvenir at the park
• Minimum age for participation: at least four years old
• Transportation to/from Monteverde hotels available? yes; Selvatura automatically includes round-trip transportation in their tour rates

Are the best ziplines in Costa Rica part of the Canopy Ziplining Tour at the Monteverde Extremo Park?

The Monteverde Extremo Park is located in the Monteverde region, an approximate fifteen-minute drive north of downtown Santa Elena. The on-site canopy ziplining tour, called the “ Canopy Ziplining Tour “, offers an approximate two-hour tour across a series of zipline cables. The Canopy Ziplining Tour may also be combined with Monteverde Extremo’s Super Swing  (Monteverde) and/or Bungee Jump (Monteverde), two activities that also take place on-site at the Monteverde Extremo Park.

• Number of cables: 14 zipline cables in total
• Cable length span: up to 685 meters
• Guided tour option available? yes; see the Canopy Ziplining Tour option
• Restaurant on-site? no
• Special features: complimentary tarzan swing; complimentary rappel; complimentary superman cable; visitors may purchase a photo CD at the park as a tour souvenir
• Minimum age for participation: at least five years old
• Transportation to/from Monteverde hotels available? yes; Monteverde Extremo automatically includes round-trip transportation in their tour rates

Are the best ziplines in Costa Rica part of the Canopy Ziplining Tour at the 100% Aventura Adventure Park?

The 100% Aventura Adventure Park is located in the Monteverde region, an approximate ten-minute drive north of downtown Santa Elena. The on-site canopy ziplining tour, called the Canopy Ziplining Tour,  offers an approximate two-hour tour across a series of zipline cables. The Canopy Ziplining Tour may also be combined with 100% Aventura’s ATV Tour (Monteverde), an activity that also takes place on-site at the 100% Aventura Adventure Park.

• Number of cables: 12 zipline cables in total
• Cable length span: 20 to 1590 meters
• Guided tour option available? yes; see the Canopy Ziplining Tour  option
• Special features: complimentary superman cable; complimentary rappel; complimentary tarzan swing; visitors may purchase a photo CD at the park as a tour souvenir
• Transportation to/from Monteverde hotels available? yes; 100% Aventura automatically includes round-trip transportation in their tour rates

Arenal and Monteverde canopy tour comparison: Which ziplines in Costa Rica are the best?

As we’ve touched on in previous posts ( The Best River For Rafting In Costa Rica ,  Which Costa Rica Hanging Bridges Are The Best? Comparing 4 Popular Hanging Bridge Sites In Arenal And Monteverde , and Best Hot Springs In Arenal: We Compare All 12 La Fortuna Hot Springs ), it’s impossible for us to pick “the best” of anything without imposing our own biases on you. We realize that you may not like, prefer, and prioritize the same zipline tour features that we do, so instead of picking favorites that may or may not tickle your fancy, we’ll help you choose the best Arenal or Monteverde canopy tour option for you based on your own interests, needs, and budget. Below are answers to some of the most common questions we receive from travelers about La Fortuna and Monteverde canopy tours. Use the information to narrow down the various ziplining adventures and determine which is most deserving of your time and money.

Which zipline tours are in La Fortuna or Arenal?

The Sky Trek Canopy Tour run at the Arenal Sky Adventures Park and the Big AMA Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Arenal Mundo Aventura Ecological Park.

Which zipline tours are in Monteverde or Santa Elena?

The Sky Trek Canopy Tour run at the Monteverde Sky Adventures Park, the Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Selvatura Park, the Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Monteverde Extremo Park, and the Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the 100% Aventura Park.

Which zipline tour offers the most zipline cables?

The Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Selvatura Park (in the Monteverde area) and the Big AMA Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Arenal Mundo Aventura Ecological Park (in the La Fortuna / Arenal area).

Which zipline tour offers the longest zipline cable?

The Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the 100% Aventura Adventure Park (in the Monteverde area) and the Big AMA Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Arenal Mundo Aventura Ecological Park (in the La Fortuna / Arenal area).

Which zipline tours utilize the traditional hand-braking system?

The Big AMA Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Arenal Mundo Aventura Ecological Park, the Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Selvatura Park, the Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Monteverde Extremo Park, and the Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the 100% Aventura Adventure Park.

Which zipline tours utilize the modern automatic z-braking system?

The Sky Trek Canopy Tour run at the Arenal Sky Adventures Park and the Sky Trek Canopy Tour run at the Monteverde Sky Adventures Park.

Which zipline tours require a guided tour?

All zipline Costa Rica tours are required to be run with a guide.

Which zipline tours offer self-guided tours?

None; zipline Costa Rica tours are not permitted to be run without a guide.

Which zipline tours offer the option to reserve a private ziplining experience?

All zipline Costa Rica tours offer the option to reserve a private ziplining experience (if desired, and at significantly higher tour rates) for group travel.

Which zipline tour parks feature a restaurant for dining on-site?

The Sky Trek Canopy Tour run at the Arenal Sky Adventures Park, the Big AMA Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Arenal Mundo Aventura Ecological Park, the Sky Trek Canopy Tour run at the Monteverde Sky Adventures Park, the Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Selvatura Park, and the Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the 100% Aventura Adventure Park.

Which zipline tours automatically include round-trip transportation to/from nearby hotels in their tour rates?

Which zipline tour operators offer round-trip transportation to/from nearby hotels at an extra cost, which zipline tours include (or offer the option to add) an aerial tram ride, which zipline tours include (or offer the option to add) a tarzan swing.

The Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Selvatura Park, the Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Monteverde Extremo Park, and the Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the 100% Aventura Adventure Park.

Which zipline tours include (or offer the option to add) a horseback ride?

The Big AMA Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Arenal Mundo Aventura Ecological Park.

Which zipline tours include (or offer the option to add) a butterfly garden visit?

The Sky Trek Canopy Tour run at the Arenal Sky Adventures Park and the Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Selvatura Park.

Which zipline tours include (or offer the option to add) a hummingbird garden visit?

The Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Selvatura Park.

Which zipline tours include (or offer the option to add) a sloth sanctuary visit?

Which zipline tours include (or offer the option to add) a superman cable, which zipline tours include (or offer the option to add) a visit to the la fortuna waterfall, which zipline tours include (or offer the option to add) a super swing.

The Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Monteverde Extremo Park.

Which zipline tours include (or offer the option to add) a snake/reptile exhibit visit?

The Sky Trek Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Monteverde Sky Adventures Park and the Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Selvatura Park.

Which zipline tours include (or offer the option to add) a free-fall/vertigo drop?

The Sky Trek Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Monteverde Sky Adventures Park.

Which zipline tours include (or offer the option to add) a rappel?

The Big AMA Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Arenal Mundo Aventura Ecological Park, the Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Monteverde Extremo Park, and the Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the 100% Aventura Adventure Park.

Which zipline tours include (or offer the option to add) a visit to an Indigenous reserve and brief Indigenous presentation?

Which zipline tours include (or offer the option to add) a bungee jump, which zipline tours offer the option to rent a gopro camera for use during the tour.

The Sky Trek Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Arenal Sky Adventures Park and the Sky Trek Canopy Ziplining Tour run at the Monteverde Sky Adventures Park.

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I’ve done several of the zipline tours and found them all to be a lot of fun. My favorite is Selvatura because you get the option to go on the hanging bridges before or after your tour. Plus, they have that really cool bug museum on the grounds, which is is definitely worth a visit.

The only drawback in my mind is the hand braking system many of the ziplines use, which is simply a thick leather glove that you hold down on the line to slow you down. On wet days they weren’t very effective and the guides had to throw little “brakes” on the line to slow you down. Small drawback – very fun experience overall.

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Thanks so much for the helpful feedback! Selvatura ‘s “Canopy Tour” is a great option, especially coupled with exploration of their on-site “Treetop Walkways Hanging Bridges,” as you note. As a sad update, the insect museum is no longer available at the Selvatura Park . 🙁 Sky Adventures ‘s “Sky Trek Canopy Tour” is another great option; their zip-lining experience doesn’t use the leather glove braking system, it uses a more innovative handlebar braking system. Also, the tour can be coupled with exploration of their on-site “Sky Walk Hanging Bridges.”

Pura vida! 🙂

How does the automatic breaking system work?

Hey westlondondesignervid!

Great question! The braking system used by Sky Adventures requires zipliners to reduce their speed by jostling a set of handlebars from side to side. In contrast, the hand-braking system, which is used by the majority of canopy tour operators in Costa Rica, requires zipliners to wear a thick (usually leather) glove during the tour and reduce their speed by applying pressure to the zip-line cable. For more information about these two tours, don’t miss our related blog posts: Arenal Sky Trek Canopy Ziplining Tour: Everything You Need To Know Monteverde Sky Trek Canopy Ziplining Tour: Everything You Need To Know

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Overall, wonderful, informative blog you have on Costa Rica. I visited Costa Rica for a week in the summer of 2008. I did the canopy tour however I cannot recall the name of the company. I had such a fun time, and I remember the leather glove handbrake too. Thank you Costa Rica Travel Blog for liking an article, Self-care for the Busy Mind, and following my blog, http://www.gracefulearning.com Costa Rica is a very peaceful country, and visiting Costa Rica and all it offers would also be great holistic self-care. Blessings, Lori

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I was in Costa Rica two years ago and of course I took the opportunity to go on a canopy tour (Selvatura specifically). It was one of the best experiences in my life: Me, that I get so much vertigo, I did it! Nervous on the platforms I couldn’t look downward but from the beginning of each cable, however, I couldn’t avoid admiring the canopies and the spectacular rain forest you could see from the longest cables… One of the cables was so long, around 2km, that you had to do two by two! One can’t explain it, one has to live it.

P.N.: the breaking system was managed by the staff so although you tried to use your hand if fact always was under control.

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We’re happy to hear that you tried one of the canopy tours! The act of zip-lining is thrilling, terrifying, exhilarating, and rewarding all at the same time. It’s often the highlight of a Costa Rica trip and we agree with you entirely: “one can’t explain it, one has to live it!”

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This is something I’ve always wanted to do. I think I need to work on getting over my fear of heights first, though. 😉

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Very true! 🙂 If you do decide to try zip-lining in Costa Rica, though, let us know. There are some canopy tours that aren’t as thrilling or as high up as the canopy tours described in our article above, so perhaps they would be a better option for you, at least to start.

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