San José to Monteverde
150 km (93 miles)
San José
San José is Costa Rica's vibrant capital city, offering world-class museums, historic architecture, and a thriving food scene. Explore the Central Market, visit the National Theater, and experience authentic Tico culture in this bustling urban center.
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Monteverde
Monteverde is a misty cloud forest reserve famous for incredible biodiversity and world-renowned conservation efforts. Walk across hanging bridges, spot the elusive quetzal, and experience thrilling zip-lines through one of Earth's most unique ecosystems.
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Rental Car
Head northwest via Route 1, then mountain roads to Monteverde. Last section is unpaved.
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Shuttle
Daily shuttles available. Some offer the scenic 'Jeep-Boat-Jeep' route via Lake Arenal.
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