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Ziplining in Costa Rica

High Flying Adventures in the Home of the Canopy Tour

This is where it all began. Years ago, a scientist studying life in the rainforest canopy strung ropes through the treetops and hung by a harness while sliding from trunk to trunk. Cables then replaced ropes, pulleys were added to harnesses and the worldwide phenomenon of zip lining was born. Today, Costa Rica remains one of the best places in the world to soar through—or above— the trees while hanging from a wire. At locations around the country, networks of elevated lines run through forests, cross rivers, and even span entire valleys. Some routes are relaxing; others are not for the faint of heart.

Highlights

  • Best for: All travellers from budget to luxury with a love of nature and adventure
  • Best season to visit: Year Round, drier November - May
  • Weather: There is minimal seasonal variation in air temperatures, with highs reaching near 90 and lows touching 70 at night. The wet season runs from May through November, drier months from December to April bring lower humidity

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Ziplining in Costa Rica Overview

Zip line operations in Costa Rica have evolved far beyond single cable runs through the forest canopy. Most courses offer multiple lines and often include a dozen or more. A growing number also take the action out of the trees with high-flying runs between steel towers that can send riders hundreds of feet above the ground, at speeds of up to 40 miles an hour. At the same time, more traditional tree-to-tree courses remain popular with those seeking a bit less in the thrill department and more time to take in the forest environment.

Ziplining in Costa Rica Tips

To up the excitement quota, ask operators if it is possible to rig for a Superman flight. Instead of sitting in a chair-like harness, this rig will put you in a face-forward horizontal position. Many operators add camera mounts to the helmets they supply to riders. You may be able to attach a personal camera or rent one from the operator.

Best Places to Ziplining in Costa Rica

In Guanacaste province, Rincon de la Vieja National Park is a favorite area for canopy tours and other aerial adventures, due to both proximity to coastal resort areas and the diversity of ecosystems that visitors can discover. In addition to ziplines that run through the forest and across river canyons, adventure parks in the area offer rappelling, rock climbing, Tarzan swings, hanging bridges. Afterward, there are volcanic mud pools and thermal pools for relaxation.

What to Pack for Ziplining in Costa Rica

Wear shoes that won't fall off when you are in the air (no flip flops) and sports clothing that provides a full range of motion. Avoid short shorts that might ride up under a harness. Put sunglasses on a tether to prevent accidental drops.

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Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Costa Rica

PLAYA FLAMINGO – 10 DIVES & 1-TOPSIDE ADVENTURE 7 night's package includes accommodations, 5 days of 2-tank boat dives, choice of meal plans (breakfast daily or all inclusive), roundtrip airport transfers, free WiFi, hotel tax and service charges.

Choice of 1 topside adventure:
Adventure Combo includes zip-lining, rappel, tubing, mud bath, thermal pools (with lunch).
Safari Float at Palo Verde River includes monkeys, crocodiles and wildlife, bird watching (with lunch).

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Villas Sol Hotel & Beach Resort

PLAYA HERMOSA – 10 DIVES & 1-TOPSIDE ADVENTURE 7 night's package includes accommodations, 5 days of 2-tank boat dives, all-inclusive meal plan (breakfast, lunch, dinner, all beverages including alcohol), roundtrip airport transfers, free WiFi, hotel tax and service charges.

Choice of 1 topside adventure:
Adventure Combo includes zip-lining, rappel, tubing, mud bath, thermal pools (with lunch).
Safari Float at Palo Verde River includes monkeys, crocodiles and wildlife, bird watching (with lunch).

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Bosque del Mar Hotel

PLAYA HERMOSA – 10 DIVES & 1-TOPSIDE ADVENTURE 7 night's package includes accommodations, 5 days of 2-tank boat dives, roundtrip airport transfers, free WiFi, hotel tax and service charges.

Choice of 1 topside adventure:
Adventure Combo includes zip-lining, rappel, tubing, mud bath, thermal pools (with lunch).
Safari Float at Palo Verde River includes monkeys, crocodiles and wildlife, bird watching (with lunch).

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CC Beach Front Hotel

PLAYA HERMOSA – 10 DIVES & 1-TOPSIDE ADVENTURE SPECIAL 7 night's package includes accommodations, 5 days of 2-tank boat dives, all inclusive, roundtrip airport transfers, free WiFi, hotel tax and service charges.

Choice of 1 topside adventure:
Adventure Combo includes zip-lining, rappel, tubing, mud bath, thermal pools (with lunch).
Safari Float at Palo Verde River includes monkeys, crocodiles and wildlife, bird watching (with lunch).

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Occidental Papagayo

PAPAGAYO – 10 DIVES & 1-TOPSIDE ADVENTURE 7 night's package includes accommodations, 5 days of 2-tank boat dives, breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, snacks and beverages including alcohol, roundtrip airport transfers, free WiFi, hotel tax and service charges. Adults Only.

Choice of 1 topside adventure:
Adventure Combo includes zip-lining, rappel, tubing, mud bath, thermal pools (with lunch).
Safari Float at Palo Verde River includes monkeys, crocodiles and wildlife, bird watching (with lunch).

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Villa Del Sueno

PLAYA HERMOSA – 10 DIVES & 1-TOPSIDE ADVENTURE 7 night's package includes accommodations, 5 days of 2-tank boat dives, breakfast daily, roundtrip airport transfers, free WiFi, hotel tax and service charges.

Choice of 1 topside adventure:
Adventure Combo includes zip-lining, rappel, tubing, mud bath, thermal pools (with lunch).
Safari Float at Palo Verde River includes monkeys, crocodiles and wildlife, bird watching (with lunch).

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Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Costa Rica

PLAYA FLAMINGO Change your latitude and escape to a tropical paradise. Relax in beautiful rooms and suites, including specialty family suites, overlooking tropical gardens, oversized pool and the Pacific Ocean.
Indulge your senses at OnZen Spa, lounge on the beach or enjoy paddle boarding the Pacific. Relax by the pool and sip a cocktail at the swim-up pool bar.
Take in a sunset over the ocean while enjoying international cuisine infused with Costa Rican flavors in one of three restaurants.
Reserve a yacht for a morning cruise to spot dolphins & manta rays, a sensational sunset cruise with snorkeling, or an unforgettable Costa Rica deep sea fishing excursion
Enjoy whitewater rafting, zip-lining adventures, scuba diving, and volcano tours. The possibilities for romance and adventure are endless.

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CC Beach Front Hotel

PLAYA HERMOSA – Beachfront Boutique Hotel surrounded by the exuberant and unique Tropical Dry Forest of the North Pacific of Guanacaste. The hotel offers comfort and relaxation in a serene environment located in front of Playa Panama in Papagayo Bay.

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Bosque del Mar Hotel

PLAYA HERMOSA Unique beach front high-end boutique eco concept located in Hermosa Bay, Guanacaste. Surrounded by beautiful beachfront gardens with frequent visits by local monkeys and iguanas. Playa Hermosa Bay is a great and peaceful location for beach lovers, not crowded and offers a gorgeous view of Pacific Ocean. Close to Local diving, Catalina Island and Bat Island and lots of topside activities.

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Villas Sol Hotel & Beach Resort

PLAYA HERMOSA, GUANACASTE All-inclusive resort with views of Gulf of Papagayo. Dive services provided by Bill Beards Preferred Costa Rica Dive Operators. High speed boats to Catalina and Bat Islands for diving. Two restaurants and bars, including swim up pool bar.

Optional add-ons for Watersports Activities and Topside Activities available in the shopping cart after room category is selected.

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Villa Del Sueno

PLAYA HERMOSA Villa Del Sueno combines the quiet privacy of a garden-like setting and elevated hillside views of the Pacific Ocean with easy access to Playa Hermosa beach. Air-conditioned accommodations range from standard hotel rooms to one- and two-bedroom suites, furnished in traditional style, private outdoor seating areas on balconies/terraces with WiFi access. Two outdoor pools set in an oasis of tropical foliage, a bar featuring periodic live entertainment and a top-rated restaurant serving a range of regional and international cuisines. Within walking distance of the beach, as well as several local shops and restaurants. Guests at Villa Del Sueno can enjoy a wide range of land and sea adventures. Diving services with Bill Beard's to more than two dozen prime sites in the the Gulf of Papagayo.

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Occidental Papagayo

PAPAGAYO, GUANACASTE All-inclusive Resort for adults-only (+18 years) ideal for couples & groups surrounded by a unique, natural setting. Dive services provided by Bill Beards Preferred Costa Rica Dive Operators. Unlimited meals and snacks, unlimited national & imported Drink’s at 4 bars. Two outdoor pools, spa & gym, wide selection of - tennis, volleyball, kayaking, snorkeling and more.

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Okeanos Aggressor II

Cocos Islands Itinerary includes 12 night’s accommodations, 7 days of diving, breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, roundtrip ground transportation from San Jose to Puntarenas. The rocky pinnacles surrounding Cocos Island are beacons for big animals and big action. Schooling hammerheads, countless white-tip sharks, mantas, tuna and even whale sharks call Cocos Island home. Cocos Island National Park was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997. Weather permitting guests are shuttled ashore to hike through the jungles of Cocos and swim in her many waterfalls.
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Cocos Island Aggressor

Escape to Cocos Island for a Costa Rican liveaboard scuba diving adventure! Cocos is a lush, green uninhabited island resting 342 miles off Costa Rica's Pacific coast. Rocky pinnacles surrounding Cocos are beacons for big animals and big action. Schooling hammerheads, countless white-tip sharks, mantas, tuna and even whale sharks call Cocos home.
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Undersea Hunter

Undersea Hunter welcomes divers to the realm of large pelagic fish, where the ocean explodes with life. Inhabitants include 12 shark species, several kinds of rays and sea turtles, and clouds of jacks large enough to block out the sun. Cocos Island delivers some of the most spectacular diving on the planet. Pristine waters take you directly to the largest hammerhead schools in the world. A Costa Rican national park and UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cocos Island remains one of the most exclusive and remote diving destinations on Earth. Exclusive private charters are also available. Contact us for Group information.
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Passport and/or Visa Requirements

A valid passport is required for entry that must be valid for length of stay. No visa is required for stays less than 90 days. The passport must have at least one blank page for the Costa Rica entry stamp. There is a departure tax of approximately $29 U.S. which should be included in your international ticket. Check the entry/exit requirements here.

Immunizations

There are no immunizations required for entry into Costa Rica, although you should check with your doctor and with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for other recommendations.

Culture and Customs

Costa Rica is known as the safest and most prosperous country in Central America. It is home to a large community of North American ex-pats, but also retains its distinctly Latin culture, which includes a relaxed attitude to schedules that is known as “Tico time.” Laid back is not the same as uncaring, however, and Costa Ricans are known for taking pride in their appearances and their work. A well-developed road system connects major destinations, but much of the country's central highlands remain wild and protected within national parks. Within a day's drive of beach resorts at Guanacaste lie the slopes of Arenal Volcano, the Monteverde Cloud Forest and Palo Verde National Park. Costa Rica is the eco-adventure capital of the Caribbean. Surfers come from around the world to ride famous breaks from Witch's Rock to Pavones. Coastal lodges are filled with fishermen seeking light tackle challenges with roosterfish or tug of war with a marlin. Forests draw birders, hikers and naturalists, and there are more than a dozen rivers offering whitewater rafting thrills. More relaxing experiences await at hot springs, where spa treatments and soaks in mineral-rich volcanic water provide a soothing end to an active day.

Electricity, Phone and Internet Access

The standard in Costa Rica is the same as in the United States: 110 volts AC (60 cycles). Some electric outlets only have 2 prong sockets, so an adapter may be needed for 3 prong plugs.

Costa Rica has an excellent phone system, and the country code for dialing is 506. Check with your cell phone provider for international data and voice plans and costs.

Many resorts and restaurants offer WiFi.

Water Quality

Although the water in Costa Rica is generally safe to drink, water quality varies in some cities. It would be best to use bottled water and avoid ice.

Language & Currency

Spanish is the official language of Costa Rica, but English is widely spoken. The Costa Rican currency is called the “colon”. Check the current exchange rate here. Many businesses will accept U.S. Dollars and major credit cards are widely accepted.

Time

Costa Rica is on Central Standard Time, 6 hours behind Greenwich Mean Time (-6 GMT). Costa Rica does not use daylight saving time, so the time difference is an additional hour April through October.

Location, Size and Population

Costa Rica is located in Central America, bordering both the Caribbean Sea and the North Pacific Ocean, between Nicaragua (to the north) and Panama (to the south). Costa Rica encompasses a total of 19,700 square miles (51,100 square kilometers).

The population of Costa Rica is 4.9 Million (2015) with approximately 350,000 living in the province of Guanacaste.

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