Route Pura Vida

Samara to Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

149 km (93 miles)

Beach scene at Samara, Costa Rica
From

Samara

A relaxed beach town with a calm, swimmable bay — great for families and first-time surfers.

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

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

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

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Transportation Options

Rental Car

Distance: 149 km (93 mi)
Duration: ~3.5 hours

From Samara, take Tempisque Bridge (Route 18) for the full 49 km into Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve.

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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