15 Largest Zipline Parks in Costa Rica in 2025
Ziplining is a popular activity all over the world; adventure seekers love the thrill of zooming past beautiful areas while hanging in the air. But while it is now hitting most countries, it all started back in the 1970s in Costa Rica, which gives us all we need to know.
5,220 feet-long single zipline at 100% Aventura in Monteverde is the longest zipline in Costa Rica, and it is also No. 11 among the longest ziplines in the world.
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Costa Rica has some of the best ziplines, some deep inside the rainforest canopy, others out in the open over rivers and waterfalls. Here is the 15 biggest zipline parks you can choose from for your next adventure:
100% Aventura Adventure Park, the longest zipline in Costa Rica
100% Aventura Park’s network consists of 10 ziplines including nine regular, two superman, one hammock bridge, one rappel and one Tarzan swing. The longest single zipline is 5,220 feet long. The whole tour lasts over two hours in the Monteverde Cloud Forest.
Located 3.7 miles from downtown Santa Elena, the park offers daily tours from 8 AM to 4 PM. They offer a shuttle service ($5 per person) from major hotels in Monteverde, or visitors can drive via the marked road from Santa Elena.
Entrance fee is $67.80 for adults and $56.50 for kids (aged between 6-12) in 2025.
Diamante Eco Adventure Park
Diamante Eco Adventure Park features Costa Rica’s longest dual zipline at 4,461 feet, soaring above the Gulf of Papagayo. The park’s five dual cables offer side-by-side racing through the canopy, reaching speeds up to 55 mph. Their Superman-style cable, suspended face-down, and the 30-foot free fall quick jump deliver an unmatched adrenaline rush.
Located in Playa Matapalo, Guanacaste, the park sits 30 minutes from Liberia International Airport.
The zipline tour costs $80 for adults and and $68 for kids (aged 5-10). Its Diamante Adventure Day Pass costs $125 for adults and and $98 for kids (aged 5-10) includes ziplines, animal sanctuary and botanical garden access, as well as beach activities.
El Santuario Canopy Adventure
Take a ride on the El Santuario, the longest dual zipline in Costa Rica of 4,300 feet. The entire course spans over 2.2 miles and includes 14 platforms, 10 ziplines, 6 hanging bridges, 3 nature walks, 3 lookout towers and double belay rappel.
El Santuario goes on for over four and a half hours. It is not only renowned for its length and height but also its safety. Children as young as 5 years old are able to ride safely, thanks to its proprietary brake system removing the need for riders to brake manually.
This is the closest zipline park to Manuel Antonio National Park, near Quepos, a small coastal town located on the central Pacific coast of Costa Rica, in Puntarenas Province. The closest airport is Quepos La Managua Airport, while San José is approx. a 3-hour drive away.
The ticket price for both adults and children is $85. They also offer a free shuttle service between the zipline park and Manuel Antonio National Park.
Monteverde Extremo Park
Monteverde Extremo Park features the longest canopy tour in Costa Rica, stretching over 2.5 miles through the cloud forest. The course includes 11 zipline cables including a 623-foot long superman line through a tunnel.
The longest single line is a superman zipline high above the ground soaring 3,400 feet across the open sky. However, they have three more ziplines with impressive length of 1,968 feet, 1,532 feet and 1,394 feet.
Located 2.5 miles north of Santa Elena town center, the park also offer a shuttle service ($5.65 per person) from major hotels in Monteverde.
The park operates daily, with entrance fees at $67.8 for adults and children above 4 years. Advanced reservations are recommended during the peak season (December–April).
The park also offer visitors additional adventures like bungee jumping, Tarzan swing or horseback riding. All priced separately.
Selvatura Park
Selvatura Adventure Park within the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve is another contender worth your interest.
With a gripping and rip-roaring series of 13 ziplines, in total 2.2 miles, visitors can explore the Monteverde Cloud Forest like no other. The longest single line is 3,280 feet. Plus, it comes with an extra Tarzan swing in the end!
The park is also home to a 1.9-mile treetop walkway to get around with 8 different hanging bridges, a butterfly garden, a reptile and amphibian exhibition and the Selvatura Sloth Habitat.
Located 90 miles from San José, the park sits 4 miles from Santa Elena town center. I recommend booking a shuttle service or driving via Route 606.
Zipline tours are available daily with entry fees of $80 for adults, $72 for students and $56 for children aged between 4-11. If you want to do the superman zipline as well, there is a supplement fee of $13.50 for adults, $12.15 for students and $9.45 for children. You should expect additional fees for the different exhibitions.
Sky Adventures Arenal
Sky Adventures Arenal features 7 ziplines starting at the “Hand of Arenal” sculpture and soaring through the rainforest canopy. The highest cable soars 660 feet above ground level, offering views of Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal.
The longest zipline of the park is 2,460 feet long. Their dual-cable system meets USA ACCT safety standards, carrying over 100,000 riders annually since 2002.
Located 3.5 miles north of La Fortuna, the park can be reached via direct shuttle service from most local hotels or a 15-minute taxi ride.
In 2025, the zipline tour costs $93 for adults and $65 for children (ages 5-12), including equipment and certified guides. Children between 5-10 years may need to be accompanied by a parent or a guide on the zipline.
The park also has 2.5 miles nature walk trail with hanging bridges and an 2625 foot-long aerial tram at the height of 745 feet. Separate fees apply.
Vista Los Sueños Adventure Park
Vista Los Sueños Adventure Park features 10 ziplines stretching across 2.2 miles of rainforest canopy. The longest cable spans 2,400 feet, soaring 300 feet above the ground. It starts with a 15-minute tractor ride and lasts over 2 hours. If you want even more thrilling adventure, add the Tarzan Swing (optional) to your package.
The park also offers several other tours that visitors can combine with ziplining, such as canyoning, white water rafting, hiking or horseback riding.
Located 90 minutes from San José International Airport, the park sits near Jacó Beach. Take Route 34 south to the Los Sueños Resort entrance. Jacó Beach is a well-known tourist destination with lots of attractions including fishing and surfing.
Adult and kid admission costs $70, including equipment rental, safety briefing and a guide. For a $35 supplement fee, you can add the Tarzan Swing.
Arenal Mundo Aventura Park (also known as AMA)
Arenal Mundo Aventura Park features a canopy course called Big AMA with 12 ziplines, reaching heights of 380 feet. The longest cable stretches 2,400 feet, offering direct views of Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato.
Not only that but it also overlooks 2 mystical waterfalls, Pino Blanco waterfall and La Fortuna waterfall, the latter is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Costa Rica.
Big AMA also includes 20-minute wagon ride, a 15-minute hike in the rainforest and a visit to the nearby Maleku village. The whole adventure lasts approx. 3 hours.
Located 3 miles west of La Fortuna, the park sits on Route 702. The Big AMA zipline tour costs $80 for adults and $61 for children (aged between 7-12).
Treetopia Park Monteverde (formerly Sky Adventures Monteverde)
Treetopia Park features 7 ziplines spanning 1.9 miles through Monteverde’s cloud forest canopy. The longest cable stretches 2,300 feet and soars 380 feet above the forest floor.
As a bonus for all visitors joining its zipline tour, the cableway is included, which reaches 5,700 feet above sea level at the summit.
Its Adventure-Mania tour not only includes ziplining, but visitors can also ride a 656-foot zipline bike, cross four different “monkey bridges”, jump from a tree at 43 feet high, and soar through the cloud forest on a 66-foot-long Tarzan Swing. The whole adventure usually lasts over 4 hours.
Located 3.5 miles north of Santa Elena town center, Treetopia Park is accessible via shuttle service or private transport.
The ziplining tour costs $100 for adults and $80 for children (ages 5-12), but the Adventure-Mania tour is only $141 for adults and $108 for children (ages 5-12). I recommend booking in advance especially during peak season.
Adventure Park Costa Rica (and Hotel Vista Golfo)
Adventure Park Costa Rica features 18 ziplines stretching across the pristine rainforest canopy and over 11 waterfalls. The adventure lasts over 3 hours.
The zipline adventure can be expanded with dipping in a fresh water pool, climbing a 40-feet high wall, riding the Tarzan swing, rappeling, or joining nature walk or horseback riding activities. The park is its own hotel, where you can stay and continue your adventure the next day.
Located 90 minutes from San José, the park and the hotel is located in Tajo Alto / Miramar. Visitors can reach the park via the Pan-American Highway.
The entrance fee in 2025 is $89+tax for adults and $79+tax for children (ages 6-17), including gear rental, safety briefing and guides. If you want ziplining in superman style, you need to pay an extra $15 to do so.
The park offers a shuttle service from select hotels. Check out its website for the map that includes the pick up times at each location.
SunTrails Adventure Park
SunTrails Adventure Park stands out with 9 ziplines spanning across the cloud forest. What makes it special is that after ziplining you can jump into a natural swimming pool at the foot of Montezuma Waterfall, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Costa Rica.
SunTrails Adventure Park is located almost at the tip of Nicoya Peninsula in Puntarenas. The closest airport is in Cóbano, approx. 20-30 minutes away. Santa Teresa, haven for surfers, is also approx. 10 miles away.
SunTrails offers 3 tours daily. Its shuttle service runs from major hotels in the area. Depending on whether you want a shared or a private shuttle, the price will be different.
The full zipline package costs $55 for adults and $47 for kids over 5 years. It includes gear rental, guide services, and water.
Braulio Carrillo National Park
Braulio Carrillo National Park has over 10 ziplines and 14 platforms, the longest of them is 2,297 feet. The fun lasts for 2.5 hours with hanging bridges and aerial trams added to the mix.
Visitors can explore the National Park beyond ziplining through nature walks. They can also visit the on-site Sloth center, the snake and frog exhibition, the butterfly garden and the orchid garden.
The canopy tour costs $59 for adults and $39 for kids over 5 years. In 2025, the full adventure of all the above costs $95 for adults and $59 for kids.
The park is located northeast of San José along National Route 32 (the Guápiles Highway) approx. 40 minutes away, making it one of the closest ziplining parks to San José. They offer shuttle service from San José for $30+tax per person.
Aventuras La Carpintera
Aventuras La Carpintera features 13 ziplines and 2 rappels over 19 platforms. The longest zipline is over 1,500 feet. It starts with a 15-minute short walk and includes views of Poás and Irazú Volcanoes. The full canopy tour lasts for 3 hours.
Carpintera Hills is between San Joés and Cartago. Visitors can be reached it by taking Route 2 east from San José. It is one of the closest ziplining parks to San José.
Entry fees start at $50 per person for the basic zipline package, which includes gear rental and professional guides. Advanced booking is highly recommended especially during peak season.
Vandara Hot Springs
Prepare to fall in love with the Vandara Hot Spring & Adventure. It is comprehensive 350 acres eco-adventure park located on the slopes of the Rincón de la Vieja Volcano in Guanacaste.
After a 10 zipline-long canopy tour visitors can relax in the below pool full of thermal water or dip into the natural pool on the Tizate River. It also features a 1,300-foot long jungle waterslide. So do not forget to bring your bathing suits.
Vandara is accessible via paved roads and is approximately a 45-minute drive from Guanacaste Airport.
Visitors can buy a Nature Pass: $65 for adults and $52 for kids (ages 5-12) or an Explorer Pass: $95 for adults and $75 for kids (ages 5-10).
EcoGlide Arenal Park
EcoGlide Arenal Park features 11 zipline cables over 13 platforms, and a suspension bridge for a full rainforest canopy experience.
The first part includes 6 cables and 7 platforms, with lines up to 689 feet long and average heights of 82 feet. While the second part has 5 cables and 6 platforms, with lengths ranging from 328 feet to 1,410 feet. The full tour takes approx. 2 hours.
One of the highlights is an optional Tarzan Swing, where you leap from a platform into the forest canopy, swinging from a height of nearly 131 feet.
Ecoglide Arenal Park is located about 2.2 miles west of the Catholic church in La Fortuna de San Carlos.
Best Times to Go Ziplining
Interestingly, there are specific times to zipline if you don’t want to miss out on the fun. And the weather does impact your adventure.
- Morning – Morning is the time when all of the animal kingdom comes out of hiding and gears for a new day. If you’re a huge animal fan and do not want to miss out on sighting parrots, monkeys, lizards, and other crawlies, then morning is your best bet.
- Mid-day – If you are there for the thrill, then it is best you zipline during midday when most animals are out hunting and out of your sight!
While you can go ziplining any day, the best season is sometimes when it’s not raining. Make sure to avoid rain because ziplines are usually closed since rain makes self-breaking inefficient and dangerous. And you might want to skip out on the extreme winters and summers too; fog or sweat can really ruin a person’s mood!
What to Wear for Ziplining in Costa Rica?
For your own safety, it’s important to keep an eye on your outfit. If you’re about to type, “what to wear while ziplining” on Google, we’ll save you the trouble and answer it for you:
- Maximum Comfort – Pants, capris, long trousers/shorts are perfect for keeping a comfortable grasp on an adventure.
- Maximum Protection – Bid farewell to pesky mosquitos and scary insects with closed shoes and full-sleeves. Plus, thick-soled shoes do wonders.
- Maximum Movement – Like to keep active? Wear sturdy shoes with studded soles or anti-slip comfortable shoes, so you get to enjoy your quest without a hitch!
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Emese Maczko is a travel blogger behind Eco Lodges Anywhere. Having explored several destinations around Europe, the US, Indonesia, and Australia, and resided in Germany, the United Kingdom, and Luxembourg, Emese possesses a keen understanding of diverse cultures and an appreciation for the beauty of each destination she visits. She advocates for sustainable travel and ecotourism.