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Monteverde: Cloud Forest Guided Walk

4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
298 reviews
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Monteverde: Cloud Forest Guided Walk
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
298 reviews
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Hiring a guide to Monteverde Cloud Forest To understand the cloud forest ecosystem and the local flora and fauna of Monteverde, please read all the information.

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Spanish
Small group
Limited to 8 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
A
Allison – United States

I had a great time, Michael was super kind and knowledgable about the forest. He was very funny and made the experience so much fun. Highly recommend.

5
5 out of 5 stars
M
Maggie – United States

We absolutely loved Jose, we ran late for our tour and the team was extremely accommodating and gave us a private tour. Super memorable saw a ton of animals and learned a lot of about plant species

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Itinerary

  • Starting location:

    Entrance to Monteverde Reserve

  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve

    Guided tour, Walk, Hiking, Wildlife viewing (2.5 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    Entrance to Monteverde Reserve

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
  • Explore the forest with a guide and learn about the local flora and fauna
  • Feel the pure air and cool temperature that will open your senses to nature
  • Look for animals in their natural habitat, such as monkeys and birds
  • Learn about the reserve's environmental education programs for local children

Full description

You will experience being in one of the best forests in the world, the Monteverde Reserve since it is a cloud forest and is considered endangered.
We will walk through the forest for two and a half hours talking about the forest, trying to look for animals along the way since the animals are in their natural habitat and we have no control over them.
You will feel the pure air and its cool temperature that will open your senses and emotions about nature.
The Monteverde reserve is one of the most famous in the world for the studies that have been done to provide knowledge worldwide and every year they provide environmental education to local schoolchildren in the country.

Includes

  • Includes information on the local forest guide certified by the ICT prepared and studied for the activity of the guide in the forest
  • Equipment needed to carry out activity in the forest such as a telescope.
  • Two and a half hours of touring.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Meals
  • Monteverde Reserve Park Tickets (You have to buy them online on the official website in advance or arrive early to the reception in the official parking lot and buy on the day of the tour there are always tickets. Tickets are sold separately because they are for the whole day which means after the guided tour you can re-enter the park and enjoy alone. Value $26 per person) (We can also help you get them.)

Not suitable for

  • Children under 6 years
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Before reaching the meeting point, go to the parking lot of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve where you can buy tickets to the park. Then go to the meeting point with the tickets and ask for Michael's team. They will be waiting for you or they will be looking for you.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Warm clothing
  • Camera
  • Water
  • Rain gear
  • Insect repellent

Not allowed

  • Smoking
  • Drones
  • Littering
  • Making noise
  • Touching plants

Know before you go

  • The entrance to the park is not included, only on the official website you can buy it or in the official parking lot of Monteverde Cloud Forest, which is like a resection which is before reaching the entrance of the Monteverde cloud forest reserve.
  • PLEASE DO NOT ARRIVE AT THE ENTRANCE WITHOUT THE TICKETS, WHETHER ONLINE OR OFFLINE, YOU HAVE TO GO TO THE PARKING LOT. TO CHANGE THE TICKET ONLINE
  • There is no guarantee that you will see any animals, as the animals are completely free in their habitat, in a forest of more than 4,200 hectares, where only 2% is open to tourists, the remaining percentage is for the animals.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and warm clothing
  • Bring a camera to capture the beauty of the cloud forest
  • Insect repellent and rain gear are recommended due to the forest's climate
  • The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with mobility impairments.
  • Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about the tour.
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5
4.6 out of 5 stars

based on 298 reviews

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  • Guide
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  • Value for money
    4.4/5

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Allison – United StatesJune 27, 2025 – Verified booking
I had a great time, Michael was super kind and knowledgable about the forest. He was very funny and made the experience so much fun. Highly recommend.
5
5 out of 5 stars
M
Maggie – United StatesJune 22, 2025 – Verified booking
We absolutely loved Jose, we ran late for our tour and the team was extremely accommodating and gave us a private tour. Super memorable saw a ton of animals and learned a lot of about plant species
5
5 out of 5 stars
C
Chang – United StatesJune 18, 2025 – Verified booking
Our guide Michael was phenomenal! We saw so much wildlife and Michael helped us take really nice photos, and we learned a lot about the cloud forest and its unique fauna and flora

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