Route Pura Vida

Monteverde to La Fortuna

112 km (69 miles)

Mountain landscape at Monteverde, Costa Rica
From

Monteverde

A misty cloud forest hill town for canopy walks, zip-lines, and exceptional birdwatching.

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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: 112 km (69 mi)
Duration: ~3.5 hours

Drive from Monteverde 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

The famous 'Jeep-Boat-Jeep' crosses Lake Arenal. Scenic and unique experience.

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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