
The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde, Zipline
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4.9/5
Based on 1,475 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde, Zipline worth booking?
The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde, Zipline is a 2.5-hour experience in Monteverde, Costa Rica, from $60 per person. It scores 88 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 1,475 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 88 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (1,475)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $60 per person
The Original Canopy Tour offers Canopy Tour, Rappel, climbing a Hollow tree, Tarzan Swing, and an exhilarating opportunity to soar through the treetops high above the forest floor on the adventure of a lifetime. Here you
What you get
- Canopy equipment.
- Drop off from the canopy location to the hotel.
- Guide
- Pick up from your hotel in Monteverde to the canopy location.
About this experience
The Original Canopy Tour offers Canopy Tour, Rappel, climbing a Hollow tree, Tarzan Swing, and an exhilarating opportunity to soar through the treetops high above the forest floor on the adventure of a lifetime. Here you will view the jungle life from a perspective previously reserved for a selected group of researchers and photographers. Everything was designed for your fun but always preserving the forest.
What's included
Included
- Canopy equipment.
- Drop off from the canopy location to the hotel.
- Guide
- Pick up from your hotel in Monteverde to the canopy location.
Not included
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Drinks
What you'll see and do
Province of Puntarenas
Meet your guide at your hotel prior to your selected morning or afternoon departure time and head to a private reserve and adventure park, located just minutes from downtown Monteverde. Your tour begins in the primary, old-growth section of the cloud forest and moves to the newer secondary forest, offering a broad perspective of life cycles in the forest. Start your trip with a zipline tour over the canopy, providing a heart-pounding view of the cloud forest below. Then, rappel 150 feet down to the forest floor. A ladder system through the hollow core of an old tree brings you back up into the treetops, and an optional Tarzan swing free-fall experience brings you back down. Guides accompany you through every step of the adventure to ensure your safety and entertainment, as well as to answer questions about the local ecosystem. Get dropped off back at your hotel or other specified drop-off location in Monteverde at the end of your adventure.
150 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- THE ORIGINAL CANOPY TOUR MONTEVERDE
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Age limit goes from 5 years old and up.
- Weight limit is 250 pounds.
- Pick up will be 40 or 30 minutes before the tour start.
- We are located just 8 minutes from Monteverde Downtown.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,475 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
4 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
1,475 verified traveler reviews for The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde, Zipline. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Beautiful Experience
Amazing Experience. Beautiful, scenic routes and very professional, friendly instructors that made the experience even better
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Our guides Frij and...
Our guides Frij and Daniel were amazing. Took excellent care of the group including 4 kids - and made the experience fun and safe - even for the nervous adults! An incredible experience in the cloud forest canopy with amazing views. So worth it!
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Wonderful experience and...
Wonderful experience and you get jump right into it. Staff were very friendly and accommodating for anyone with fear of heights.
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A wonderful view of the tropical rainforest and personal challenge for me.
Booking online and paying was super easy. Instructions about meeting spot was very clear and driver of mini bus was there to greet us when we arrived. Our 2 guides, Elian and his George ( may have this name wrong), were super caring, encouraging and very good with 3 kids ( ages 9, 7 and 5) who were in the group. They ensured the 5-year old was well looked after. I faced the scariest experience of climbing that ladder but at no time did I feel I was in danger. Loved the experience !!
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Safe and good experience
Guide - Daniel very good (lily had two guides) plenty of time for me. Definitely recommend a visit - very safe.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 5+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $60 to $80
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 516
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 88
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde, Zipline: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Monteverde.
How much does The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde, Zipline cost?
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Prices start at $60 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Monteverde usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde, Zipline take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Monteverde is not rushed.
Is The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde, Zipline worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 88 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 1,475 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Monteverde, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde, Zipline?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde, Zipline suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 2.5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde, Zipline?
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Around 516 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Monteverde can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Monteverde and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde, Zipline start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Monteverde within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Monteverde?
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On Outty we rank every Monteverde experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Tour (Regular), Monteverde Cloud Forest Guided Nature Walk with Expert Naturalist, Private Natural History Walk by Pasión Costa Rica. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Monteverde?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Monteverde?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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