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Austin_B, Jul 2026
Stephen was our guide and...
Stephen was our guide and he was INCREDIBLE and it was SUCH good experience. He was very knowledgeable and loved what he does. He was very skilled and we were able to see 2 quetzals for a long time. He is very talented. Saw many other birds and animals. Stephen was fantastic and I wish him well in his career.
Chandra_K, Jul 2026
George was a wonderful...
George was a wonderful guide. He brought binoculars for the entire group (most don’t!) and worked hard to find us birds to see. It had been raining at the beginning of the tour and he stayed about an hour late with us because the weather had cleared up at the end of the tour. George has an amazing ability to mimic bird sounds and actually fooled the bird app on our phone!!
Saad_K, Jun 2026
Highly recommended activity
We got a guided tour with Kevin and it was just the two of us with the guide. We got to see everything we wanted and Kevin really took the time to make sure we saw the birds we wanted to see. It was a great time! We got you see the quetzal and also a toucan.
Susan_K, May 2026
Less commercial, personal gem
When you arrive at the coffee plantation shop, you wouldn’t be at fault for thinking you were being shown around someone’s backyard but what you soon realise is that the coffee plantation is in the jungle. He and his wife are huge wildlife enthusiasts - we saw so much, a sleeping toucan, armadillos, snakes, owls and much more. After doing a couple of more commercials animal tours, this was a breathe of fresh air and a glimpse into something special
Ashley_G, May 2026
So much wildlife!
We saw a sleeping toucan, kinkajou, viper, tarantula, frogs, lizards, and even a mother and baby sloth! Our guide, Marcos, was so respectful of the forest and its wildlife. We really enjoyed getting to learn more about the animals and the forest from him. We never felt rushed and loved that he made sure each member of our group walked away with high quality pictures and a greater understanding of the rainforest ecosystem. Truly an incredible and unique experience!
Emily_K, Apr 2026
Wonderful birding day!
Jason was a wonderful guide! He was my first birding guide in Costa Rica but I went on to have several more in other parts of the country and Jason was the best by far. His knowledge of birds and their calls/songs was very impressive. I saw 50 species of birds on this tour I booked through Viator (I ended up being solo) and then I booked two additional outings with Jason - birding to Santa Elena cloud forest and a wildlife night walk, both of which were excellent. Jason knew I wanted to see a Quetzal and when we hadn’t found one by the end of our second birding outing, he went out of his way to take me to one more spot where he thought he might find one, and HE DID! Lovely experience, I’ve already recommended him to a friend who wants to go birding in Costa Rica. Definitely would reach out to Jason again if I was in the area.
mariamcdade, Apr 2026
Excellent experience, recommended
Excellent experience, we went with positive thoughts but low expectations in terms of the wildlife (it is wild, rarely performs on cue) , but our guide, Olger, was amazing - we saw a mottled owl, capuchin and spider monkeys, a bell bird, a toucan, a hummingbird, a viper , and briefly , a quetzal!
robada1, Mar 2026
A must do activity in...
A must do activity in Monteverde! The ziplines were so fun and my hesitant older sister was so glad I convinced her to come! You walk the bridges independently so you can spend the time you need. EVERY guide, platform attendant or reception employee were professional, friendly and helpful. Ate lunch in the restaurant - also very good. There are separate butterfly and sloth experiences in this park - if we’d booked the morning tour would have had time for these (separate charge) experiences. Note that even the zipline experience requires lots of walking, mostly uphill👍
Stephen_H, Dec 2025
100% Worth Every Penny!
The Selvatura Park Canopy Tour was seriously a rush! We’ve done a lot of research on different zip-lining parks, and this one stood out for a reason. Some of the lines were incredibly long, fast, and high, giving you that perfect mix of adrenaline and pure awe as you glide over the cloud forest.
Every moment felt safe, organized, and so much fun. And honestly? Totally worth the money. The length of the lines, the views, the speed, and the overall experience make it absolutely unforgettable.
If you’re in Costa Rica and want a thrill that you’ll be talking about for years, this is the zip line tour to choose.
Pauline_T, Dec 2025
Incredible! This was my...
Incredible! This was my second time in Monteverde and once again amazing. I highly recommend this tour either private or in group. Our guide Justin was very knowledgeable and friendly. He showed plenty of animals and insects you’d never have seen on your own.
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