Route Pura Vida

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve to La Fortuna

115 km (71 miles)

Mountain landscape at Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Costa Rica
From

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

10,500 hectares of primary cloud forest threaded with hanging bridges and elusive quetzals.

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Mountain landscape at La Fortuna, Costa Rica
To

La Fortuna

Base camp for Arenal Volcano, hot springs, and the country's biggest hanging-bridge hikes.

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Transportation Options

Rental Car

Distance: 115 km (71 mi)
Duration: ~3.5 hours

Drive from Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve to La Fortuna on a mix of local roads.

Note: Costa Rica traffic, weather and road conditions can greatly increase your drive time. It's always best to check with Waze before heading out. Read more on how to drive in Costa Rica.

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Shuttle

Duration: ~4 hours

Private and shared shuttle services available; check with operators for current schedules and pricing.

Note: Shuttles come in shared and private flavors with different costs and trade-offs. Read more on taking a shuttle in Costa Rica.

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Flight

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