Selvatura Adventure Park

The less-known but arguably better-value cloud forest option, Santa Elena Reserve offers a single ticket for all-day access to all of the park, all of the trails. There are 5 trails of varying lengths and difficulties, and if hiking is your thing, you could easily spend a full day at the park to explore them all. If you prefer to just hit the highlights, try the green ("Youth Challenge") trail and be sure to check out the Observation Tower - it offers 360-degree views, and if the clouds cooperate, you can see as far as Tenorio and Arenal volcanoes on the horizon.

Home of the longest zipline in Costa Rica!

Free hike just east of town. Starts behind the gas station. Steep hike with a nice view at the top, weather permitting.

Over 450 orchid species on site, with approx. 120 species in bloom on any given day. Entrance ticket includes a guided tour.