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Fly across the Arenal treetops on a 2 km zipline circuit that stitches 13 platforms and living-tree anchors into rainforest and farmland views. This two-hour La Fortuna experience mixes thrill, careful safety protocols, and local natural-history insight.
Fly across the Arenal treetops on a 2 km zipline circuit that stitches 13 platforms and living-tree anchors into rainforest and farmland views. This two-hour La Fortuna experience mixes thrill, careful safety protocols, and local natural-history insight.
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Operated by Jacamar Naturalist Tours · La Fortuna, Alajuela
You step off the wooden platform and the forest answers: leaves rustle, a distant river dares you, and a pair of guides secure the harness that will carry you across the canopy. The line tips, you glide out over green relief — past farmlands, canyons and the steep shoulders of the Arenal region — and the world opens in long, bright ribbons.
moderate.
2 hours.
Basic aerobic fitness—able to walk short slopes and stand on platforms; suitable for most active travelers.
Minimum age is 6 years; operators may ask for participant weight for harness safety—declare accurate weight when booking.
The zipline circuit covers about 2 km (1.2 miles) with cable lengths from 70–600 m and speeds up to roughly 56 kph (35 mph); total visit time is approximately two hours including transfers and briefing.
No prior zipline experience is necessary; guides provide safety briefings and assist on every line.
Operators may cancel or postpone in heavy rain or unsafe wind; full refunds are typically offered if canceled at least 24 hours in advance.
The Arenal region’s landscape and communities were reshaped by volcanic activity in the late 20th century; adventure tourism grew here in the 1990s as infrastructure expanded around La Fortuna.
Operators use tree-friendly anchor systems and limit group sizes to reduce canopy impact; follow guides’ instructions to minimize noise and habitat disturbance.
Jacamar Naturalist Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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