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Gruppenreisen Mexiko »Adventure in the cloud forest - Selvatura Park
Selvatura Park is located in the heart of the cloud forest of Monteverde, Costa Rica, and is one of the country's most popular nature and adventure destinations. The private reserve combines ecological education with exciting activities - from suspension bridges and canopy tours to visits to the butterfly garden or sloth sanctuary. Visitors experience the region's lush flora and fauna up close while enjoying spectacular views of the forest canopy.
Highlights
in Selvatura Park
✓ Treetop Walkways - 8 suspension bridges with views of the cloud forest
✓ Ziplining over the treetops with Tarzan swing
✓ Sloth sanctuary with rescued animals
✓ Butterfly garden with over 30 native species
✓ Reptile & amphibian house with frogs, snakes & lizards
Popular activities in Selvatura Park
Sloth reserve
Meet rescued sloths in a natural sanctuary and learn more about species conservation in Costa Rica.
Ziplining
Pure adrenalin: glide through the treetops on 13 zip lines - including a Tarzan swing!
Butterfly garden
Observe the life cycle of over 30 butterfly species - a paradise for photographers and families.
Botanical walk
Learn more about the medicinal plants and tropical diversity in the park's botanical garden.
Nature observation
Discover exotic birds, monkeys, coatis and colourful plants on hiking trails through the park.
Relax & enjoy
Between activities, small cafés and quiet zones in the park invite you to take a breather and enjoy yourself.
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Private round trip
9 days / 8 nights
Best of Costa Rica
- Sunset cruise on Lake Arenal or white water rafting in La Fortuna
- Guided tour in the Monteverde Reserve
- Explore the beaches and national park in Manuel Antonio
Private round trip
20 days / 19 nights
Costa Rica Pura Vida
- Animal spotting in Tortuguero
- Suspension bridges in the cloud forest of Monteverde
- San Gerardo de Dota & quetzal watching
Private round trip
7 days / 6 nights
Costa Rica - Volcanoes and beaches
- Experience the volcanoes of La Fortuna
- Enjoy a sunset cruise or white water rafting
- Relax on the beaches of Samara
History of the place and interesting facts
Selvatura Park was founded to make the fragile cloud forest ecosystem accessible to visitors in a sustainable way. The private reserve is actively involved in environmental education, species conservation and ecological research.
Our tips on site
Best time to travel
The best time to visit Selvatura Park is between December and April, during Costa Rica's dry season. During this time, the weather is usually clear with pleasant temperatures - ideal for outdoor activities such as suspension bridge hikes, ziplining and wildlife watching in the cloud forest.
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Costa Rican cuisine
The Monteverde region offers delicious specialities such as gallo pinto, tamales or freshly prepared coffee from local harvests. Many cafés and restaurants around Selvatura Park emphasise sustainability, organic ingredients and traditional preparation methods.
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Locomotion
The best way to get to Selvatura Park is by shuttle, taxi or hire car from Santa Elena. On site, you can walk along well-maintained paths, suspension bridges and platforms. Sturdy footwear is recommended. Transfers between Arenal, Monteverde and the Pacific beaches can easily be organised for combined round trips.
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Individualreisen Mexiko »Places of interest in the neighbourhood
Tortuguero National Park
Tortuguero National Park is a unique protected area of canals, rainforest and lagoons and is considered one of the best places in Costa Rica for observing sea turtles and tropical wildlife.
Tortuguero National Park
Jaguar Rescue Centre
A lovingly run wildlife rescue centre that cares for injured animals and provides information on the protection of local biodiversity.
Jaguar Rescue Centre
Poás Volcano National Park
Marvel at one of the largest volcanic craters in the world, surrounded by steaming fumaroles and fascinating highland vegetation - a nature experience at an altitude of over 2,700 metres.
Poás Volcano National Park
All important travel information
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