Ziplining in Manuel Antonio: Central America's Longest Twin Line

Ten zip lines, four hanging bridges, one double rappel, and a mile of canopy strung across 500 acres

A zip line canopy adventure on a private reserve near Manuel Antonio and Quepos, where you ride 10 zip lines (including Central America's longest twin line at over 4,300 feet), cross four hanging bridges, walk among 14 tree platforms and rappel once, all with a hands-free braking system so you watch the Pacific, the jungle and the Rio Naranjo instead of managing the mechanics. Round-trip hotel pickup, bilingual guides, a typical Costa Rican lunch, snacks and water stops are included. The full day runs about 4 to 4.5 hours.

The experience

The longest twin zip line in Central America stretches over 4,300 feet, more than eight-tenths of a mile, and it is the centerpiece of this canopy adventure. You start with a round-trip pickup from your hotel or villa in the Manuel Antonio or Quepos area and arrive at a 500-acre private reserve where the course unfolds across 14 tree platforms. The setup matters: instead of managing your own braking at the end of each line, you ride a proprietary hands-free system that handles the stop for you, which means you can actually look around instead of white-knuckling the descent.

The day strings together 10 zip lines totaling over 3.6 kilometers, four hanging bridges that cross between platforms, nature walks through the reserve, and one double belay rappel where you control your descent on a rope. The views open onto Manuel Antonio, the Rio Naranjo and the Pacific. A bilingual guide (English and Spanish) leads the group and explains what you are moving through. By the end, your legs have worked (the longest walk is 110 meters, but you are climbing platforms and moving between stations), and your mind has been on the canopy, not on technique.

Lunch is a typical Costa Rican meal served partway through, with snacks and two water stops along the way to keep you fueled. The air-conditioned vehicle that picks you up and drops you back means the travel time does not eat into your energy. GoPro-ready helmets are available if you want footage of the ride, though photography is offered for an additional price beyond the tour cost.

What’s included

• All zip line equipment and a GoPro-ready helmet.
• a bilingual guide in English and Spanish.
• round-trip transportation from your hotel in the Manuel Antonio or Quepos area.
• a typical Costa Rican lunch with snacks.
• two water stops during the course.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 14:00

AgesAdult (15 and older) · Child (4 to 14 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by El Santuario Canopy Adventure Tour

Is this one for you?Book this if you want the adrenaline of a long zip line without the mental load of braking yourself. The hands-free system means you spend the ride looking at the views instead of managing the mechanics. The 4- to 4.5-hour timeframe, including transport and lunch, fits a half-day slot in a Manuel Antonio itinerary without eating a full day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 14 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long does the whole thing take, including the drive?

The canopy adventure runs approximately 4 to 4.5 hours total, which includes round-trip transportation from your hotel in the Manuel Antonio or Quepos area, the zip line course, lunch and water stops.

What is the longest zip line like?

The twin zip line stretches over 4,300 feet, more than eight-tenths of a mile, and is the longest in Central America. The hands-free braking system means you can relax and take in the views of Manuel Antonio, the jungle and the Pacific instead of managing your speed.

Do I need to be in great shape to do this?

You should be in good health and able to comfortably walk about one mile total. The longest single walk is only 110 meters. If you can climb five flights of stairs at once, you will be comfortable with the physical demands of the course.

What does lunch include?

A typical Costa Rican meal is served during the tour, along with snacks and two water stops to keep you hydrated and energized throughout the day.

Is transportation from my hotel included?

Yes, round-trip pickup and drop-off from your hotel or villa in the Manuel Antonio or Quepos area is included in the tour price, along with an air-conditioned vehicle for the ride.