The Hanging Bridges Forest Reserve covers an area of 243 hectares (600 acres) of protected forest. This adventure is ideal for those who want to take in the characteristics and beauty of the tropical rainforest on foot.
The 3.1 km (2 mi.) circuit trail will cross 15 impressive bridges, some suspended over the forest canopy and others, which are stationary. The bridges have different lengths and altitudes and were designed to offer different perspectives from which to observe the flora and fauna, as you pass through several levels of the forest. From the bridges, you will have views of the treetops making it easier to locate animals and birds.
The topography of the terrain is relatively simple with some short slopes, suitable for all ages and ability levels. Some of the animals that we may observe in this type of forest are 3 different species of monkeys, multiple species of birds, snakes, peccaries, and frogs, among others.
Posted By : Linda_B
Excellent guide! Harvin was very knowledgeable and friendly. The driver did a good job on the curving roads and fixed a delicious snack of fruit and cookies afterwards.
We saw a variety of wildlife with Harvin helped us view with his scope. The only downsides were that the walk was not very long and the entire trail is concrete.
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Posted On : 2024-04-24 11:10:30 
Posted By : Brett_S
Great day to explore and learn about the unique eco system. Our guide was knowledgeable and had a bubbly personality that was infectious !
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Posted On : 2024-04-15 12:08:13
Posted By : JEFFREY_R
This was our first excursion in Arenal and it was truly memorable. Our tour guide was really knowledgeable and showed us many interesting creatures and animals during our hike in the forest. We were so lucky that the weather held out and this was a memorable experience through a private rainforest. I highly recommend this trip for a neat way to see some of the local nature in Costa Rica. Thanks for a great time!
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Posted On : 2023-12-23 15:55:51
Posted By : Paul_T
The trip was amazing and the guides were perfect.
Only problem was I got an email the day before saying to move to the am tour or pay extra.
Was fine to move to the am tour but a bit more notice would have helped as I didn't have internet to receive the message until even later.
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Posted On : 2023-12-14 16:27:07
Posted By : 237alainap
We absolutely loved the hanging bridges hike. It took about 2.5 hours with stopping to view various animals. We went in the morning, because we were told it was a better time for bird watching. We were very lucky to see a lot of birds (toucans, owl, falcon, and various other birds) and animals (bats, spider monkeys, frogs, a snake, coati). Our tour guide Monica was amazing, very friendly, and informative. She was great about helping get photos of all the animals with the viewing scope.
Views from the bridges were amazing. The path was easy to walk on and low level of difficulty and high visual reward. Highly recommend for a nice morning adventure.
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Posted On : 2023-11-13 10:05:46 
Posted By : Crystal_C
My hotel pickup was on schedule, and I was greeted by my guide, Jasmine. We had a small group of 5, and the tour was fantastic. I was solo and very nervous, and I really appreciate that an effort was made to ensure I was comfortable. We saw several animals, the walk was beautiful, and the bridges were slightly terrifying (but in a good way!) and a lot of fun. I highly recommend this tour!
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Posted On : 2023-09-05 19:19:21
Posted By : E8359JOerics
This tour was awesome! The bridges are very secure but still give you that “Indiana Jones” vibe. Great views of wildlife. Saw a turantula in his spider hole. Recommend 100%!!
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Posted On : 2023-08-13 18:34:05
Posted By : amyrY8942XK
Awesome day! The company communicated very well from the moment we booked the excursion to the day before with confirmation of pickup place and time. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and able to answer all questions. Group was only 6 people. Would highly recommend.
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Posted On : 2023-07-11 17:49:58
Posted By : Francesca_O
Very knowledgeable and informative guide Minor took us through Místico Hanging Bridges and we saw so much wildlife because he pointed them out otherwise we would never have spotted them. We saw snakes, birds, a coati up close, frogs, a lizard, tarantula and roach in their holes and a micro bat. Easy 2 hour walk
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Posted On : 2023-05-14 17:43:52
Posted By : lamar_E
Was an Absolutely Amazing Experience...Our Guide was Awesome!very knowledgeable we saw alot of enexpected animals...Snakes and Frogs...Bats....The bridges were a little scary....but Amazing! A must Do Experience
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Posted On : 2023-05-06 12:41:35
