Launch over mist and maple-like oaks on 16 zip lines—including a full 1 km Aerial Superman—through Monteverde’s cloud forest. This two-hour extreme canopy tour combines long-line speed, a subterranean tunnel, and guided safety for an intense, repeatable adrenaline hit.
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You step onto the first platform with the forest breathing around you—clouds drifting through the treetops, a distant waterfall marking time. The guide clips you in, counts the harness and helmet again, and the platform becomes a threshold. For the next two hours you'll trade the forest floor for a succession of flights: 16 ziplines across 21 platforms, five colossal runs that stretch 425–1,000 meters, and a final Aerial Superman that launches you over a bowl of cloud forest with only wind and your pulse to measure distance.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
You should be able to climb stairs, handle short bursts of exertion, and manage a 30-meter rappel; a moderate fitness level is recommended.
Wildlife
History
Monteverde’s cloud forest became internationally known after mid-20th-century conservation efforts by settlers and scientists; canopy tourism developed later as a low-impact way to fund reserves and research.
Conservation
Operators typically contribute access fees to local reserves and emphasize ‘leave no trace’ practices—stay on platforms, avoid litter, and follow guide instructions to reduce erosion and disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Extreme Zipline (100% Adrenaline) today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Secure camera mounts
Use a chest or helmet mount with a tether; loose cameras are a safety hazard and often prohibited on long ziplines.
Layer for cloud forest weather
Bring a lightweight waterproof shell—mornings can be clear but storms develop quickly at elevation.
Shoes with traction
Closed-toe hiking shoes with good grip are required for climbs and slippery platforms.
Hydrate and snack beforehand
Eat and hydrate before the tour; there’s little downtime between lines and the exertion is higher than it feels.
Closed-toe hiking shoes
Provide traction and protect your feet on platforms and approaches.
Light waterproof jacket
Protection against sudden highland showers and wind on exposed platforms.
winter
Action camera with chest or helmet mount
Captures hands-free footage of long ziplines—use a tether.
Light gloves (grip-friendly)
Optional for comfort on harness straps and during rappels; confirm with guides first.