Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve to Samara
149 km (93 miles)
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
10,500 hectares of primary cloud forest threaded with hanging bridges and elusive quetzals.
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Samara
A relaxed beach town with a calm, swimmable bay — great for families and first-time surfers.
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Rental Car
From Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, take Pan-American Highway (Route 1) for 17 km, then Tempisque Bridge (Route 18) for the final 49 km into Samara.
Highways used
- Rt 1 Pan-American Highway 17 km · 19 min
- Rt 18 Tempisque Bridge 49 km · 44 min
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.
Shuttle
Private and shared shuttle services available; check with operators for current schedules and pricing.
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