Selvatura Hanging Bridges (Self-Guided)
Hanging bridges are a unique way to explore the cloud forest. Selvatura has 8 hanging bridges ranging from 180-515 feet (55-157 meters). The main focus of this self-guided walk is enjoying the amazing panoramic views of the cloud forest canopy from above.
Between the bridges, you’ll pass through lush cloud forest along a fairly flat, well-maintained trail.
The hike is about 2 miles (3 km) and takes about 1.5 to 2 hours going at a slower pace.
*In the cloud forest it can be difficult to spot birds and animals on your own. If you would like to see and learn more about the flora and fauna, we would recommend the Guided Hanging Bridges tour instead.
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Details:
Cost of Entrance Tickets for Self-Guided Walk (2026): $49 per person adults; $44 per person students up to age 18 (ID required); $34 per person children ages 4-11. Rates plus 13% tax.
Offered: 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours (approximate)
Includes: Entrance fee and round-trip transportation from your hotel or vacation rental, if desired.
*If you will have a rental car, we recommend meeting at Selvatura (no 4×4 required).
To read about our experience, check out our post, Selvatura Park: Cloud Forest Hanging Bridges Walk.
Wildlife Exhibits
Selvatura Park also has wildlife exhibits that you can add on. These are short 30-40 min. guided tours. Just add a note to your order if you’d like to add any of these activities.
Sloth Sanctuary ($40/adult, $36/student 12-18, $28/child 4-11): Perfect if you want to see sloths. The two-toed sloths have been rescued and are unable to be released back into the wild. The nicely maintained facility provides these animals a home that mimics their natural environment. The sloths are often close to visitors as they go about their daily activities.
Butterfly Garden ($25/adult, $22.50/student 12-18, $17.50/child 4-11): A huge atrium that has been specially planted with flowering trees and plants that butterflies love. You can see about 20 kinds of butterflies, including blue morpho and Costa Rica’s largest, the owl butterfly.
Reptile and Amphibian Exhibit ($25/adult, $22.50/student 12-18, $17.50/child 4-11): Snakes, geckos, frogs, other kinds of reptiles and amphibians found throughout Costa Rica can be seen. The guide will take you around to the terrariums and explain each species and its habitat.
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