Hanging Bridges
Costa Ricans are rightly proud of their famous hanging bridges, allowing nature walks as you’ve never experienced them before. Discover the different eco systems of these amazing forest canopies, either accompanied by a knowledgeable naturalist guide or on your own.
The National Parks and private reserves have extensive networks of the bridges, from which you can get views into the canopy – an important part of this habitat that’s otherwise difficult to experience. Costa Rica is the leader in developing the engineering and structural know-how to make these bridges both impressive and safe. The first construction for viewing at canopy level was born of necessity, as scientists needed ways to view this important part of the ecosystem.
Over time the construction has evolved to what we see today – huge and safe spans from which anyone can look into the rainforest canopy. You can explore these trails and bridges by yourself but we highly recommend that most people will have a significantly better experience in the company of an experienced local naturalist guide.
