Selvatura Canopy Ziplines
The Selvatura Canopy Zipline Tour is one of the only canopy tours in Monteverde entirely built inside virgin (and secondary) cloud forest with a total of 13 ziplines, including one that is 1km (0.6 miles) long, and 15 platforms. Plus one amazing (optional) Tarzan swing! For an extra cost, you can also try the amazing Superman cable (fly like a superhero!). Travel between 3.5 km (2.2 miles) of cables, high in the canopy of the cloud forest! The tour takes about 2-3 hours plus transport time from your hotel. Plus more time if you add another type of activity and enjoy a combo tour!
Must See: Tarzan Swing Video
Selvatura Canopy Walkways (Suspended bridges)
Selvatura Hanging Bridges: enjoy hiking high above the ground in the tree canopy, and along beautiful trails. Great for bird watching and enjoying the beautiful cloud forests in Monteverde from an amazing vantage point.
The tour is not just bridges but a series of trails that wind between the bridges. In total, these trails cover 3 km (1.9 miles). There are eight different bridges that have lengths and heights that vary between 51m (170 ft) to 170m long (560ft) and 12 and 60m high. Every bridge is 1.5m (5ft) wide and has a capacity for 80 people. The sides of the bridges are fenced off with the railings reaching chest height. The hanging bridges are designed for people of every age and reasonable physical condition. Guides are available at certain times for an extra price
As the bridges are suspended they do bounce a little. Overall the feeling is pretty secure due to the high railings and solid structure. Unless you have an acute fear of heights this should not be a problem. The bridges offer a nice perspective with plenty of time to look around and take photos. You can see many small trees and ferns from above and also admire birds that inhabit the upper regions of the trees. The trails are in excellent condition.
It takes about an hour and a half to walk the bridges, depending on the speed you walk or if you stop to take many photos.
Hanging Bridge Tours can be done with or without a guide. Guided tours include a guide, entrance, and transport). Guided tours: 8.30am, 11.00am and 1.30pm (transport about 30-45 minutes before tour.
Butterfly Garden, Sloth Sanctuary, Reptile and Amphibian Exhibition
Butterfly Gardens Selvatura Costa Rica
Selvatura has one of the world's largest live butterfly exhibitions featuring an 8,100 square feet dome where more than 30 different species of butterflies from all over Costa Rica can be spotted. The dome is filled with beautiful plants and the huge structure allows the temperature to be controlled so that the butterflies can thrive
While slowly meandering around the lush, tropical gardens and enjoying seeing the butterflies close up, a specialized guide will explain their life cycles and individual habits, as well as curious facts! This is a high-humidity, warm environment so it is recommended to bring a cleaning cloth for lenses or glasses
The tour of 45 minutes includes a bilingual guide.
Schedule
7.00 am - 4.00 pm
Sloth Santuary Selvatura Costa Rica
The Sloth Sanctuary was created with the cooperation of the Caribbean Sloth Sanctuary, a foundation that has worked in the rescue, conservation, and reintroduction, and has been monitoring sloths in their natural habitat for over 20 years.
The Sloth Sanctuary has been carefully designed so that sloths can travel between specially created paths and can roam freely among the trees and foliage. The sloths can be viewed from a safe distance that allows observation while preventing as much stress on the animals as possible. These beautiful mammals have been rescued from the effects of poaching, habitat destruction, orphanage, illness, and accidents among other reasons that prevent them from being reintroduced to their natural habitat.
The tour of 45 minutes includes a bilingual guide.
Schedule
7.00 am - 4.00 pm
Reptile and Amphibian Exhibition
A chance to observe some of the most beautiful live specimens of lizards, snakes, and frogs from all over Costa Rica! These interesting reptiles and amphibians are kept in optimum conditions inside natural terrariums which emulate the habitat of each species. The exhibition provides a 360° view of each terrarium. Learn fascinating details about Costa Rica’s herpetology with specialized guides.
The tour of 45 minutes includes a bilingual guide.
Schedule
7.00 am - 4.00 pm
Selvatura Park Restaurant
Restaurant El Jardín: rustic environment with beautiful views of the main garden. Breakfast and lunch served or simply relax and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee. Restaurant serves pizzas, pastas, other international food as well as typical Costa Rican dishes.
The Park is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Transport from town/hotel is included in most of the tour prices and depart approx. 8.00am, 10.30am, 12.30pm and 2.00pm. Exact pick-up times depend on location of hotel. Return transport every two hours (approx.).
Remember each tour takes a certain about of time. So if you do the Selvatura bridges and ziplines the latest pick up is at 12.30pm. If you do combos with even more tours, you need to pick a morning pick up. Please contact us if you are not sure!