Monteverde
lies in a land of misty mountains and enchanted cloud forests
where majestically decorated trees teeming with orchids, ferns,
vines and thick mosses tower over translucent streams that
tumble along to plummeting waterfalls.
This 26,000-acre reserve is home to more than 100 species
of mammals, 120 species of reptiles and amphibians and 2,500
species of plants, including 420 different kinds of orchids.
A three day stay here will give you a chance to hike through
the seven trails that cross the forest reserve, allowing you
to observe the spectacular flora and fauna that has made this
sanctuary a haven for tourists and scientists alike. To preserve
the peaceful beauty and serenity of the forest, no more than
120 visitors are allowed on the trails at any given time.
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Round-trip land transportation or rental
car from San José; two nights at the Hotel El Establo
or similar; 2 breakfasts, guided tour of the Monteverde Cloud
Forest Preserve and visit to the Monteverde Butterfly Garden |
