Santa Elena Reserve Tour
Explore the magnificent birding opportunities in the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve. Lose yourself in the forest, surrounded by views of the Arenal Volcano and the Guanacaste lowlands.
Area
San Jose and Central Valley
Type
Wildlife & Nature
Who
Adults
Teens
Difficulty
Leisurely
Duration
Half Day
The misty Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve is a lesser-known cloud forest in the Monteverde area. This excursion entails walking along different trails in search of birds and mammals and learning all about this bio-diverse haven with its abundance of flora and fauna. This is a half-day experience.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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View AccommodationFinca Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation Resort
Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation Resort is an arty boutique country inn located in the Central Valley of Costa Rica near San Jose, with stunning views of nearby volcanoes, cloud forests and coffee plantations. Each guest room is individual in style.
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View AccommodationSenda Monteverde
High in Costa Rica’s mystical cloud forest, Senda Monteverde is an elegant mountain retreat with stunning views of the surrounding jungle and distant Gulf of Nicoya, within easy reach of the Quaker town of Monteverde.
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View AccommodationEl Silencio Lodge & Spa
El Silencio Lodge & Spa is an eco-lodge set amongst lush cloud forest just over an hour from San Jose in Bajos del Toro offering beautiful suites and villas, picture-perfect panoramas, and a whole host of pampering and nature-based activities.
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Pasha
Lose yourself in this stunning private paradise on the pristine shores of western Costa Rica. Encased in nine acres of lush grounds this uber luxe ten-bedroom estate if the perfect spot to soak up the sun with your favorite people.
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View AccommodationAmor Arenal
Perched on the edge of a virgin rainforest canyon at the foot of the mighty Arenal volcano, Amor Arenal is a luxury jungle lodge set in the adventurous heart of Costa Rica’s north-western highlands.
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View AccommodationGrano de Oro
The Grano de Oro is a charming turn of the century mansion. The atrium terrace and corridors have sparkling fountains and lush tropical planting, and the rooftop deck offers soothing jacuzzis and is a great spot for catching a few rays.
More Experiences in This Area
Discover more things to do in the area and chat to our specialists about crafting these experiences into your tailor-made holiday.
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View ExperienceMonteverde Reserve Night Tour
Experience the vast biological diversity of Monteverde Cloud Forest from a different perspective. Arriving just before sunset, you will have the opportunity to see many rare and nocturnal wildlife species emerge out of the darkness.
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View ExperienceMonteverde Sky Tram, Trek & Walk
Sky Tram, Trek and Walk is a guided experience of a cablecar above the canopy, walking along the hanging bridges of Monteverde and zip lining through the cloud forest canopy.
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View ExperienceCoffee Tour at Finca Rosa Blanca
Wake up and smell the coffee on a morning tour of Finca Rosa Blanca's coffee farm; the guides are knowledgeable and passionate to teach you all about the process from picking to the packet, while taking in beautiful mountain scenery.
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View ExperienceRafting the Pacuare River
The Pacuare River offers some of the finest white water in Latin America, winding through rugged canyons deep inside one of Costa Rica's impressive rainforests. As no roads lead to Pacuare Lodge, rafting in and out is the perfect way to arrive in style!
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