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Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Monteverde

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Experience a truly memorable natural environment at Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. The lush, protected, and diverse 5,000 ha (12,355 ac) contains a staggering 2.5% of the planet's biomass, with a considerable amount of life being endemic to the park. You have the opportunity to independently traverse 13 km (8 mi) of jungle trails, trying to spot any one of the 500 species of birdlife that live in the canopy. Alternatively, consider hiring a guide for an indispensable and enlightening lesson into the amazing ecology of the reserve. Be sure to try the restaurant and stop in the gift shop after exploring the natural wonder. Work out when and for how long to visit Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and other Monteverde attractions using our handy Monteverde travel planning site.
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  • Quite a busy location with large groups of tourists.however we did see the national bird about 100 metres in the tree. The guide had the stand binoculars which aided considerably. The walk took... 
    Quite a busy location with large groups of tourists.however we did see the national bird about 100 metres in the tree. The guide had the stand binoculars which aided considerably. The walk took...  more »
  • We enjoyed the walk. We didnt see a lot of animals but it was a beautful green enviornment. The trail was muddy. We were kind of a mesd afterwards so skipped the next tour scheduled after it. 
    We enjoyed the walk. We didnt see a lot of animals but it was a beautful green enviornment. The trail was muddy. We were kind of a mesd afterwards so skipped the next tour scheduled after it.  more »
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  • Very beautiful park with good hikes. Unfortunately when we went, it was very cloudy and we could not see anything from the viewpoints. But hiking in between their reserve is amazing. You can make it a couple of hours visit, by just doing the main trail, or you can spend the full day there as well doing all the hikes. In the entrance they also have a good restaurant. They offer parking for additional 5 dollars. It is located about 5min before the park and there is a little bus taking people from the parking lot to the park entrance and vice versa. It is well organized.
  • Amazing! This was a beautiful park. We visited in September which is the rainy season but we got there early and so were able to hike all the trails before the afternoon rain. We opted not to pay for the tour or a guide and were still able to see a lot of different plants, animals, and insects. It was very peaceful and quiet and we didn’t see anyone else for the first hour we were there. I imagine that will be different in the sunny season. This is well worth the $25 each.

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