If you love nature and adventure, one of the absolute best things you can do is hike the Mistico Hanging Bridges in Costa Rica. Jungle Bridges – Gorgeous private rainforest reserve near La Fortuna with giant suspension bridges so you can walk through the treetops. A simple, family-friendly walk that gets you face-to-face with amazing jungle wildlife. Here are the best things to do and see during your visit.
Walk the Six Famous Suspension Bridges
Walking across the six giant hanging bridges is the main highlight of the park. These steel bridges can reach up to 90 meters in length and are suspended high above the forest floor. Crossing them provides a thrilling bird’s-eye view of the dense green canopy and rushing rivers below.
Seek Out Sloths And Monkeys In Camouflage
Mistico Park is brimming with classic Costa Rican wildlife. Walk the 3.2-kilometer trail and spot the cute sloths hanging in the branches and the playful howler monkeys swinging through the canopy. On the way you will see colorful toucans, coatis, and exotic lizards. A naturalist tour is highly recommended. The local guides bring high-powered telescopes to help you spot these hidden animals.
Capture the Majestic Arenal Volcano
On a clear day, the park offers some of the best views of Arenal Volcano. There are several spots along the trail and directly on the hanging bridges where the volcano is perfectly framed against the lush rainforest canopy. A dream spot for scenic landscape photography.
Detour to the Blue Morpho Waterfall
While walking the loop, don't miss the quick side trail to the Blue Morpho Waterfall. It's a beautiful, refreshing waterfall surrounded by thick tropical plants. Look for the giant, electric blue Morpho butterflies dancing around the water.
Try an exciting night walk.
Booking a Mistico night tour is one of the coolest things to do if you want a completely different experience. As the sun sets the forest turns into a hive of nocturnal activity. You can walk the bridges in the dark with a flashlight and see glowing red-eyed tree frogs, owls and interesting night insects.
