Plan your visit
Plan Your Visit
Prepare for high altitudes and rough roads. Review the strict clothing rules and transport options before traveling to the park.
Monteverde Extremo Park
200m Oeste de la Escuela de La Cruz, Monteverde
GPS 10.34457, -84.84481
Open directionsGetting there
Get there via official shuttle or drive carefuly on mountain roads.
| How | Time | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tour: Official shuttle service provided by the park picking up from most hotels in Monteverde and Santa Elena. | 15-30 minutes | $10 per person round trip | Must be arranged in advance when booking your tour ticket online or via your hotel. |
| Car: Drive from downtown Santa Elena towards La Cruz using unpaved local mountain roads. | 15-20 minutes from Santa Elena | A 4x4 or high-clearance vehicle is strongly recommended due to the rough, steep dirt roads. |
When to go
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QuietModerateBusyPeak
The park is open year-round. The most reliable conditions occur during the dry season, from December to April. Book the 8:00 AM tour for the clearest visibility and the lowest chance of afternoon rain.
What to bring
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Closed-toe shoes are strictly mandatory for all participants.
Sandals and open-toe shoes will result in denied entry.
How the day runs
Schedule your activities to fit the 3-hour guided tour windows.
The standard 3-hour morning circuit using the park shuttle.
- Hotel Pickup
Board the official $10 round-trip shuttle from your Monteverde hotel.
- Safety Briefing
Get fitted for your harness and secure your closed-toe shoes.
- Zipline Circuit
Navigate the first regular ziplines and the rappel descent.
- Superman & Tarzan
Ride the 1,030-meter Aerial Superman and do the 50-meter drop swing.
- Return Transfer
Take the official shuttle back to Santa Elena.
Clothing and Equipment Rules
You must wear closed-toe shoes like sneakers or hiking boots. Long pants or leggings are highly recommended to prevent chafing from the heavy safety harnesses. Bring a light windbreaker because altitudes make the platforms cold and windy.
Leave hand-held cameras behind. You can only use a GoPro if it has a secure chest or helmet mount. Bring hair ties to secure long hair, as this is a strict safety requirement for the pulleys.
Easiest way to do it
Extreme Zipline tour in Monteverde
2 h to 3 h 4.4 (276)
- Professional guide
- Use of helmet
- Local taxes
From$72per person
Cancellation terms differ by platform and listing. Check them before you pay.
Planning questions
Is transportation included to Monteverde Extremo?
Most basic tickets do not include free transport. The park offers an official shuttle for $10 per person round-trip. You must arrange this in advance when booking online or through your hotel.
Can I drive there myself?
Yes. The drive takes 15 to 20 minutes from downtown Santa Elena. However, the local mountain roads are rough, steep, and unpaved. A 4x4 or high-clearance vehicle is strongly recommended.
What are the tour times?
Guided canopy tours depart daily at three set times. You can book for 8:00 AM, 11:00 AM, or 2:00 PM. Each tour lasts approximately three hours.