Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
SkyTram
SCENIC RIDE
Owned by SkyTrek, SkyTram is a wheelchair-accessible cable car that floats gently over
the cloud forest. On a clear day you can see from the volcanoes in the east to the Pacific in
the west. Packages are available if you're also interested in the SkyTrek (canopy tour) and
SkyWalk (hanging bridges).
Monteverde Cloud Forest Train
SCENIC RIDE
( 2645-5700; adult/child US$50/free; )
This charming narrow-gauge train system travels 6km through the forest, penetrating one
tunnel and crossing four bridges. The scenic railroad offers amazing views of Monteverde
and Arenal lake and volcano. This is a great option for families with young children who
are loco for locos. It's located 5km north of downtown Santa Elena; take the road toward
Reserva Santa Elena and follow the signs.
Finca Modelo Ecologica
OUTDOORS
(
2645-5581;
www.familiabrenestours.com
; canyoning US$50, farm tours US$15-25;
tours 8am,
11am & 2pm)
This 3000-acre family
finca
offers a number of diversions, including two-hour dairy tours
and a similar perusal of its organic vegetable garden, but its raison d'être is a two-hour
canyoning tour, which descends six glorious waterfalls, the largest of which is 40m. No
experience necessary - just an adventurous spirit! Located 2km north of Santa Elena in the
village of La Cruz.
