Combine a rugged ATV ride along coastal ridges with a canopy zipline through the Montezuma gorge. Expect 4–5 hours of mixed-terrain riding, a swim beneath small waterfalls, and fast zipline runs with ocean views.
Combine a rugged ATV ride along coastal ridges with a canopy zipline through the Montezuma gorge. Expect 4–5 hours of mixed-terrain riding, a swim beneath small waterfalls, and fast zipline runs with ocean views.
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Operated by Pura Vida Expeditions · Montezuma, Puntarenas
The morning starts with the thrum of engines and salt air on the tongue. Riders gather at a dusty launch point where guides hand out helmets and quick instructions; beyond the parking area a ribbon of single-track winds toward the coast. The ATVs tuck through low dry-forest—thorny guanacaste and towering ceiba—then open to a bluff that looks back over the Pacific, surf breaking like a persistent drum.
moderate.
4–5 hours.
Moderate fitness — able to mount/dismount ATVs, walk on uneven ground, and swim for short periods
No; guides provide a brief training session and pair riders by comfort level, but basic balance and ability to follow instructions are required.
Age restrictions can vary—confirm with the operator, but most providers set a minimum driver age (commonly 16–18) and allow children as passengers.
Phones must be secured in a waterproof pouch; some lines require devices be attached to chest harnesses or left with guides for safety.
Basic facilities are available near the meeting point and at the Montezuma canopy center; bring biodegradable wipes if you prefer more privacy.
Heavy rain or high winds can close zipline sections; cancellations typically follow safety protocols and offer refunds if within policy windows.
The pools are shallow in spots but can have slick edges; non-swimmers should use caution and remain near guides or wear a life vest on request.
Montezuma evolved from a small fishing village into an eco-tourism hub in the 1980s, drawing visitors with its waterfalls and rugged coastline.
Operators limit ATV tracks to established routes and encourage 'leave no trace' practices to protect riparian zones and reduce erosion.
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