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- The best Monteverde tour packages
- What people love about Monteverde Tours
- Travel Monteverde your way
- Best tour companies for Monteverde tours
- Popular Monteverde Cruise Ships
- Discover Monteverde tours for every budget
- Monteverde tours for every type of group
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- Demographics
- Best time to visit Monteverde
- Contact our Monteverde travel experts
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Treasures of Costa Rica
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing sights and activities, very well organised. Hotels were all lovely.”
Patrick, traveled in April
Mist-shrouded trails of Monteverde's cloud forest surround the Monteverde Country Lodge. The 3.06km hanging bridges at Selvatura and Continental Divide trails reveal unique wildlife. Expert guides showcase views of both Caribbean and Pacific coasts.
Duration 8 days Destinations San Jose, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Destination Services Costa Rica From $1,777
10% Off- NZ$1,599You save $178
Supersaver | Costa Rica Essentials Plus, 8 days
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We loved all the locations and adventures. It was amazing getting rained on in the rainforest!”
Jill, traveled in February
The cloud forest ecosystem of Monteverde welcomes visitors at Poco a Poco Hotel. A unique microclimate at 1,200 meters elevation sets the stage for guided nature walks and local coffee plantation visits. Santa Elena's artisan shops lie within easy reach.
Duration 8 days Destinations San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Destination Services Costa Rica From $2,584
15% Off- NZ$2,196You save $388
Costa Rica Nature Explorer 8D/7N
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Pura vida, really nice experience.”
daniela, traveled in February
Wildlife observation and rainforest walks reveal Monteverde's natural treasures. Mountain transfers and comfortable accommodations support your exploration of Costa Rica's cloud forest region.
Duration 8 days Destinations San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Bamba Travel From
15% Off- NZ$2,052
Journeys: Highlights of Costa Rica National Geographic Journeys
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“A wonderful experience. Lots of activities to choose from depending on how active you want to be.”
Dottie, traveled in December
Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve and the Monteverde Institute showcase the region's natural wonders. Resplendent quetzals dwell among reforestation projects, while thrilling canopy zip-line adventures await in this misty highland region.
Duration 9 days Destinations San Jose, Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, La Fortuna, Santa Elena, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio National Park Age Range Ages 12+ Operator National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures From $3,819
25% Off- NZ$2,864You save $955
Costa Rica's Natural Wonders
84 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Trip was amazing, definitely do the upgrades for hotels they were awesome.”
SHARON, traveled in April
Hanging bridges thread through Monteverde's cloud forests, where exotic wildlife roams and zipline adventures beckon. Two-night stay at Monteverde Country Lodge includes guided forest walks and spectacular sunset viewing opportunities.
Duration 11 days Destinations San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Guapiles, La Fortuna, La Guaria (La Fortuna), Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde, Jaco Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wingbuddy From
25% Off- NZ$2,983
What people love about Monteverde Tours
- Treasures of Costa Rica
We had a fantastic time in Costa Rica on our TourRadar tour!!! Paola provided fantastic customer service both before and during the trip and was a great help throughout, including in getting our Covid tests scheduled in San Jose so we could get back to the US. Definitely would recommend both TourRadar and Costa Rica!!!!
- Supersaver | Costa Rica Essentials Plus, 8 days
We were on a tour we booked thru Costco, but managed by Destination Services to Costa Rica. We stayed at the Dreams Las Mareas Resort. We were having some phone problems, but were able to contact Martyn Makepeace. He was there at the resort, and solved our problems. What a nice and friendly man! We appreciated his help. We had also paid for transport to and from Liberia. Our driver, Ignacio, took us both ways. He is FANTASTIC! A great driver, a clean and comfortable vehicle, and his help at the airport really made a difference.! We adore this man, and wish him success in the future!
- Costa Rica Nature Explorer 8D/7N
Transportation was on time and organized (even when our plane was late arriving to country). Hostels met our expectations, plus 2/3 hostels provided breakfast. However, for future tours, 3 nights in Monteverde was too long as not enough activities to do in the evening. Would consider a TourRadar trip again, however with more beach time/days in La Fortuna, and less time in Monteverde.
Travel Monteverde your way
Discover hidden gems and off-the-beaten paths with over 50 adventures available in Monteverde.
Select from our extensive range of 30 fully guided tours to enjoy a worry-free experience through Monteverde with our expert guides leading the way.
Explore a wide diversity of partially guided tours through Monteverde. We have 23 adventures that vary from 3 days to 17 days. With the greatest number of departures in September, this is also the most popular time of the year.
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Group
48 tours in MonteverdeExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Monteverde. We have 48 adventures that vary from 3 days to 45 days. With the greatest number of departures in November, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Small Group
22 tours in MonteverdeVisit Monteverde with fewer travelers, ensuring more immersive activities.
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18 tours in MonteverdeEnjoy the exclusivity of our Private Monteverde tours, tailored to your own group, preferences and pace with over 18 itineraries to choose from.
Top Monteverde travel itineraries to fit your plans
TourRadar recommends visiting:
San Jose, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde
TourRadar recommends visiting:
San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Guapiles, Arenal Volcano National Park, Santa Elena, Monteverde, Playa Tamarindo
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Managua, Granada, Catarina, Masaya Volcano National Park, Maderas, Penas Blancas National Park, Monteverde, La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park, Tortuguero National Park, Limon, Cahuita, San Jose
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Discover unforgettable adventures designed for all ages! Whether you're young or young at heart, our adventures offer excitement and wonder for everyone.
- Solo Travelers61 tours
- Couples30 tours
- Seniors (50+)43 tours
Best time to visit Monteverde
- Summer 2025
- popular 34 tours
- Fall / Autumn 2025
- 43 tours
- 51 tours
- popular 54 tours
- Winter 2025 / 2026
- popular 54 tours
- 49 tours
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- Spring 2026
- popular 50 tours
- 48 tours
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When is the best time to visit Monteverde Country Region for a general tour?
Travelers find December through April the most rewarding time to explore Monteverde Country Region. The dry season brings better trail conditions and clearer views across the Cloud Forest Reserve. Visitors to Selvatura Park's treetop walkways and the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve report increased wildlife sightings during these months. Places like El Establo Mountain Hotel offer expansive views across the landscape thanks to clearer skies. Pack for Monteverde's distinct microclimate though - light rain and mist are common year-round.
How long should I stay in Monteverde Country Region for a comprehensive experience?
Most visitors spend 2-3 nights to properly experience Monteverde's natural and cultural offerings. This timeframe lets you explore the Cloud Forest Reserve walk the Selvatura Park bridges discover the butterfly garden and join local coffee tours. A recent guest at Monteverde Country Lodge shared "We stayed three nights which gave us the perfect amount of time to experience both the natural wonders and cultural activities without feeling rushed."
What wildlife can I expect to see during a general tour in Monteverde Country Region?
The Cloud Forest contains over 3000 plant species 120 mammal species 400 bird species and 1200 species of amphibians and reptiles. Regular sightings on guided tours include quetzals toucans hummingbirds sloths and various monkey species. As one visitor noted: "We saw over 50 birds 2 kinds of sloths 3 different Toucans monkeys snakes frogs. Couldn't have been a better nature experience."
How accessible is Monteverde Country Region from other Costa Rican destinations?
Regular shuttle services connect Monteverde to San Jose (4-5 hours) and Arenal (3-4 hours). Many travelers use hotels like Monteverde Country Lodge as stopping points between destinations. According to one visitor: "The jeep-boat-jeep transfer from Arenal to Monteverde was a unique way to travel taking only 2.5 hours including lake crossing."
What types of accommodations are available in Monteverde for general tours?
The accommodation options in Monteverde range from basic to upscale. El Establo Mountain Hotel offers mountain views and superior amenities while Monteverde Country Lodge provides a cozy nature-focused stay. Most properties sit close to main attractions like the Cloud Forest Reserve. A recent guest noted "The lodging in Monteverde was great providing the perfect base for exploring the surrounding cloud forest and natural attractions while maintaining comfortable amenities."