Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

Top 1% of attractions in Costa Rica
8/10

8 expert reviews

“This 25,700-acre, amazingly biodiverse preserve is the most popular tourist attraction in Costa Rica.”

– Travel + Leisure

Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The quetzal, king of birds, perches up in the mists of Monteverde, whose cloud forest, stretching out at an altitude of 1 400m, constitutes one of Costa Rica's most legendary landscapes." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Wandering the lush reserves near the mountain town of Santa Elena, guests are often struck by the abundance of life and greenery." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"One of the top eco-tourism destinations in a top eco-tourism country, Monteverde is replete with cloud forest reserves, hanging bridges, zip-line tours, and family-friendly accommodations." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"One of Costa Rica's best-kept reserves has 13 km (8 miles) of well-marked trails, lush vegetation, and a cool, damp climate" Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve covers more than 35,000 acres of lush trees. Besides incredible endemic flora, it’s also home to animals such as howler monkeys and sloths."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Step into an oasis that contains six ecological zones, 120 mammal species, and thousands of plants at Monteverde Cloud Forest"
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Established in 1972, Monteverde’s first nature reserve protects more than 10,000 acres of pristine cloud forest and provides habitat for 120 species of mammals, 658 species of butterflies, and 425 species of birds, including the resplendent quetzal"



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