Monteverde Cloud Forest Tour
Overview
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Embark on an extraordinary tour that offers an unparalleled opportunity to witness the vibrant local wildlife in a stunning tropical cloud forest. This enchanting forest is renowned as one of the most beautiful in the world, home to many endemic species that you won't find anywhere else.
Imagine discovering over 200 unique species of plants on just one tree! This tour provides a chance to immerse yourself in the wonders of the forest, learning about the fascinating animals and diverse birdlife that call it home. With a small group, you’ll enjoy a personalized experience that enhances your adventure.
Prepare to be captivated by the resplendent quetzal, hailed as the most magnificent bird in Central America. Throughout your journey, you’ll explore an incredible diversity, including 2,500 species of plants, 1,000 species of trees, 585 species of orchids, and 540 species of birds. Don't miss out on this amazing experience!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
This is a fantastic opportunity to explore the unique cloud forest ecosystem, home to the Resplendent Quetzal, Emerald Toucanet, Two-toed Sloth, and more. Please note that entrance fees to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve are not included in the rate.If you’re coming by car, please remember to park in the official parking lot of the reserve where you’ll find the reception to pay for your tickets and meet your guide. This process may add 15 to 20 minutes to your schedule. We recommend meeting your guide about 20 minutes before the tour starts.
What‘s Included
Free parking lot
We share photographs of flora and fauna
10 minutes of the Monteverde history
Small group
Access to one of the 3 available Trails
Visit to the hummingbirds gallery
Spoting scop share
Entrance fee to the park
Options
Group Tour
Group Tour
Reviews
548 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Underwhelming experience
Richa D,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00We didn’t see any animals. Saw the quetzal for a few seconds, but it flew away before the guide could set up the scope. I don’t know how often people actually see animals here..
The best Monteverde guide!
Voyager44737371201,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dennis is such a knowledgeable and personable guide!! I was so lucky to be referred to him by a friend and could not recommend him more!! He is conscientious of everyone’s abilities and objectives and is truly passionate about the wildlife of Costa Rica.
Great communication from...
Sonal V,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Great communication from Roy before the tour starts. The tour itself way very informative, learning about the flora and fauna and the history of Monteverde. Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable in the different types of trees and ecosystems that inhabit the trees and forest, and he was able to answer all of our questions. It was very relaxing walking through the cloud forest, and we enjoyed spotting some birds. We found the tour interesting and would recommend if you want to learn about flora and fauna in the cloud forest.
Fantastic tour with amazing guide!
Ruth B,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Roy was a fantastic guide! He was super knowledgeable and went out of his way to try and make sure we saw the wildlife whilst respecting the wildlife and surrounding areas. He knew lots about the wildlife, forest and local area. We saw plenty and learnt lots. The trail was easy with a beautiful waterfall view point. Would recommend this tour!
Not worth it. Guide was...
Laurie L,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00Not worth it. Guide was nice but not worth it. Saw 1 spider and 1 bird. In my opinion not even worth the entrance fee to go on a walk. Use your $ for other fun things, this was boring.
Great experience in the cloud forest.
A1917BTgregr,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fernando did a wonderful job showing us the delights of the Monteverde reserve. No Quetzel unfortunatley, but we did see a tarantula!
Great guide
nicholasmN1642ZB,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sadly didn't see as many animals as we'd hoped, but that's not really the guide's fault. He was very knowledgeable and personable, and was able to tell us about the the flora and fauna of the place and history of conservation in Costa Rica.
Great tour!
lorir726,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rory was a wonderful tour guide, and we saw many rare birds thanks to his expertise. He was very patient with my less-fit stepfather as well.
This tour does not included the view of the cloud forest bridge
Frederic A,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00We thought this tour was to see the Cloud Forest, but it does NOT included the bridge over the Forest. There is a lot of rules in this place to be able to protect the animals, wich is nice, but this was not what we touché the tours was. The guide was passionate and explained a lot of thing and tried his Best to let us see animals but there was not a lot to see. If you want to know everything about the history of the park and some information about plants, it is a good tour! The guide tôle us that you need to pay for each trail you want to walk and you cannot really do it without the guide because there is no day pass to buy…. It is written that you can choose your path, but we could NOT choose and could not see ehat we came for…
Would recommend!
S4077DPcarolyns,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Would recommend! Deyber was fabulous! We had a great time learning about the forest and seeing all sorts of wildlife. Beautiful forest and was happy to have a guide pointing things out we would have walked right by! Thank you:)
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