Monteverde: Canopy Zipline & Hanging Bridges 3-Hour

Thirteen Ziplines Strung Between the Clouds Above Monteverde

You'll strap into a harness, walk across eight hanging bridges suspended 60 to 180 meters above the cloud forest, and zipline down 13 different cables between 19 platforms. A bilingual guide leads you through the 3-kilometer route, and you can add the optional Tarzan Swing if you want. The whole adventure takes three hours, with morning or afternoon departures to fit your schedule.

Step-by-step itinerary

Zipline and Hanging Bridges Adventure

• Arrive at Selvatura Park
• Attend safety session and get harness
• Zipline on 13 cables and 19 platforms
• Optional Tarzan Swing ride
• Walk 3 km on cloud forest bridges
• Cross 8 hanging bridges
• End experience and depart park

The experience

The harness clicks into place, and you're standing on a platform 180 feet above the forest floor. That's the moment you realize the Monteverde canopy zipline experience at Selvatura Park is not a gentle walk through the trees. It's a full commitment to the canopy itself. You'll choose a morning or afternoon start time that fits your day, then head into the cloud forest where 13 different cables and 19 platforms are waiting. The safety session comes first, straightforward and thorough, so you know exactly what's happening before you leave the ground.

Once you're geared up, the real work begins: you'll move through the park on foot, crossing eight hanging bridges that connect the zipline stations. Some of those bridges stretch 510 feet: longer than a football field, suspended between trees, with nothing but canopy below. The walkways themselves cover about 3 kilometers total, and the bridges vary in height from 60 meters to 180 meters, so there's no moment where the scale of the place lets you forget where you are. Your bilingual guide moves with you, pointing out the forest itself: the moss, the birds, the way the cloud clings to the leaves even in the afternoon. Between the ziplines, you're walking, not rushing.

The Tarzan Swing is optional, which means you can decide on the spot whether you want to drop from a platform and swing out over the canopy like something from a film, or skip it and stick with the ziplines. Either way, the whole thing takes about three hours, and by the end you've covered the main attractions of Selvatura Park without having to piece together transport or timing yourself. The experience is designed for all ages and moderate fitness, though the bridges and the height are real. They're not theatrical.

What’s included

Your three-hour adventure includes a safety session and harness, access to all 13 ziplines and 19 platforms, the 3-kilometer cloud forest walk across 8 hanging bridges, a bilingual professional guide, the option to ride the Tarzan Swing, and local tax. You'll choose your start time (morning or afternoon) when you book.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30, 11:00 and 13:00

AgesAdult (19 and older) · Youth (12 to 18 years) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Under 4: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 24 pickup points.Operator's directions: “3.7 km from the center of Santa Elena Monteverde.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Selvatura Park

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to experience the Monteverde canopy without arranging your own transport or timing the stops yourself. The fixed three-hour window and included guide mean you show up and the day is structured for you.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 18 years); Child (4 to 11 years). Under 4: they can't be included in the booking.

How long does the Monteverde canopy zipline tour take?

About three hours total, including the safety session, bridge walks, and zipline runs.

What's included in the Selvatura Park Gold Package?

Access to 13 ziplines, 19 platforms, 8 hanging bridges, a bilingual guide, safety harness, and the option to add the Tarzan Swing. Local tax is included.

Can I choose what time to start?

Yes, you can pick either a morning or afternoon departure time when you book.

Is the Tarzan Swing included or extra?

It's optional. You can decide whether to do it once you're at the park.

How high are the hanging bridges?

They range from 60 meters (about 200 feet) to 180 meters (about 590 feet) above the forest.

Do I need to be very fit to do this tour?

A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended. The tour involves walking, climbing, and time at height, but it's designed for a range of ages and abilities.

Is there transportation to Selvatura Park included?

No, but public transportation options are available nearby. You'll need to arrange your own way to the park.

What if I'm afraid of heights?

The bridges and ziplines do operate at significant heights. If heights are a concern, you may want to consider whether this experience is right for you before booking.