Arenal Hanging Bridges Self-Guided Walk at Mistico Park
Description
Discover the Costa Rica Rainforest from above. The Arenal Volcano Hanging Bridges hike offers an amazing view of the rainforest. This easy and self guided hike is wonderful for nature lovers of all ages. Along the trails inside this private natural reserve of nearly 250 hectares of Tropical Rainforest, you might encounter leaf-cuter ants, wild boars, vipers, tarantulas, poisonous dart frogs, toucans, monkeys and sloths and other Costa Rica Wildlife.
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Itinerary
Enjoy a tour through the magnificent tropical Rainforest in Místico Park and its energizing trails full of nature and wildlife. Walk across the hanging bridges and behold a majestic 18-meter-high (60 ft) waterfall from a comfortable trail, with a non-slip surface and no steps, and experience this one-of-a-kind adventure.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(509)
Very unique experience. Highly recommend. We walked without a guide and loved it - however I’m certain we would have seen 10x more with a guide. SO much hidden wildlife.
My family and I did the self-guided tour option on an incredibly rainy morning. It was pouring most of the time we were there, but actually it did not diminish the experience. We were soaked but we had fun! The trails are well-paved with concrete or bricks, and the bridges were sturdy and not slippery. There were rails and fences that were very well-kept and made everything feel safe and easy to walk on. The rain actually also helped keep things cool and kept the mosquitoes away. We did not see much in the distance, and didn’t see too many animals, but the forest was still beautiful and the mist added to the mysterious feeling. We saw some birds, including a toucan, monkeys, spiders, and heard frogs but didn’t see them. I would recommend this tour rain or shine. Note: go early!! We went at 7am and had a very peaceful start. By the end of our 2ish hours, it was very crowded with groups.
Cool hike. We took the long way. We did about 3 miles. It was a good workout but we went early and it was over cast so we didn't see much. We had a had time trying to figure out the map. The park should have the bridges better marked. That caused us to back track a little. The fruit stand out by where you turn off 142 is a must stop for a refreshing coconut water.
Dear Tami, Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us! We are pleased to know that you enjoyed your visit and had the chance to connect with nature along the way. Every visit is a new opportunity to discover the beauty and diversity that our park has to offer. We sincerely appreciate your observation regarding the road signage; we take your suggestion very seriously to evaluate improvements in our outdoor signs and make navigating to our facilities easier for everyone. We hope to welcome you again soon for more special moments. Pura Vida!
Completely awesome. Very cool. Will definitely be back.
Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us! We are pleased to know that you enjoyed your visit and had the chance to connect with nature along the way. Every visit is a new opportunity to discover the beauty and diversity that our park has to offer. We hope to welcome you again soon for more special moments. Pura Vida!
Definitely worth the money to visit this amazing park. Over 3 of trails of heaven and jungle. The bridges were cool, and the waterfall was so peaceful. It takes about 1.5 hours to 2 hours to walk it. You can do it faster but slow down and enjoy it. Recommend wearing closed toe shoes. They will still let you go but it’s better.
Dear Bnifong, Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us! We are pleased to know that you enjoyed your visit and had the chance to connect with nature along the way. Every visit is a new opportunity to discover the beauty and diversity that our park has to offer. We hope to welcome you again soon for more special moments. Pura Vida!
We had a very special morning thanks to our guide Roberto Fernández, who took us through the park discovering wonderful flora and fauna at every corner.
Estimada Cristina, ¡Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia con nosotros! Nos alegra saber que disfrutó del recorrido con Roberto. Es maravilloso saber que, a pesar del clima, la experiencia se mantuvo interesante y llena de descubrimientos. Nuestros guías son apasionados por lo que hacen, y nos complace saber que se lleva consigo gratos recuerdos y nuevos conocimientos. ¡Esperamos recibirle nuevamente para vivir más experiencias inolvidables en medio de la naturaleza! ¡Pura Vida!
We loved the well maintain trails, and how kid friendly they were
Dear Joel, Thank you very much for visiting us and for your excellent rating. It means a lot to us to have been part of your experience in Costa Rica. We hope you enjoyed a special moment in nature. We look forward to welcoming you again. Pura Vida!
Great little walk. Super hot - bring more water than you think. Got to see a monkey! Didn't get to see a sloth or toucan - so maybe book the guide next time.
Thank you very much for visiting us and for your excellent rating. It means a lot to us to have been part of your experience in Costa Rica. We hope you enjoyed a special moment in nature. We look forward to welcoming you again. Pura Vida!
This was ok, I'm guessing it really depends what time you go and if you go with a guide. There were some good views but just a normal hike to me.
Dear Saad, Thank you very much for visiting us and for your excellent rating. It means a lot to us to have been part of your experience in Costa Rica. We hope you enjoyed a special moment in nature. We look forward to welcoming you again. Pura Vida!
The Arenal Hanging Bridges experience was absolutely amazing. The entire park is beautiful, well-maintained, and very educational. We were able to see a wide variety of wildlife throughout the tour, which made the experience even more memorable. Our tour guide was outstanding. He was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and dedicated to helping us spot animals along the way. He took the time to carefully search for wildlife and made sure everyone had a chance to see them through his telescope. His enthusiasm and attention to detail truly enhanced our visit. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Arenal area.
Thank you very much for visiting us and for your excellent rating. It means a lot to us to have been part of your experience in Costa Rica. We hope you enjoyed a special moment in nature. We look forward to welcoming you again. Pura Vida!
