If you are ready for one of the best experiences of your life, head to SkyTrek while you are in Monteverde! This one of a kind experience starts when you step into your climbing harness and head to the first platform. You then soar through the trees on a zip line 30 feet above the air. Sound exciting? That is just the first line, and there are over 10 more, with the highest above the cloud line at the peak of a mountain, over 400 feet above the air. SkyTrek offers a unique way to see the Cloud Forests of Costa Rica while providing the guest with a memory of a lifetime. Not sure of the cost now, but in 2000, was $28 pp. Well worth it. Adventure lasts about 2 and 1/2 hours.

The Santa Elena Skywalk is a hike with a series of 7 suspension bridges crossing over streams and begins with a climb up a spiral staircase. You are actually viewing the top of the trees that have Spanish moss, bromeliads and wild orchids growing out every nook and cranny. The view of the howler monkeys and sloth is quite up close and personal as you are looking down on them.

The highest suspension is 150 feet from the ground and the longest is 900 feet and do require the use of the handrail as the bridges are not particularly level. The clouds seem to drift in and out the forest so layered clothing is a good idea.

The cost is $12 and is open from 7-4. It is a self-paced tour for which you are provided a map. There is a gift shop and restaurant on the premise.