Sarapiquí · 2 to 3 hours · easy
Sarapiquí hanging bridges: a 390-metre walk above the rainforest
Walk a 390-metre hanging bridge above the canopy and three trails through primary and secondary forest at Kapok Hanging Bridges, among giant ceiba trees, macaws, monkeys and hummingbirds.
Tour at a glance
The route
How the visit goes
Arrival at Kapok
You check in at Kapok Hanging Bridges and choose your trail: short, medium or long.
The 390-metre bridge
You cross the long hanging bridge with wide views over the rainforest canopy.
Ceiba trees and wildlife
The trails pass giant ceiba trees, streams and open pasture, with macaws, monkeys and hummingbirds often seen.
Frog sanctuary
You finish at the frog sanctuary; frogs are most active at night, so by day they may be harder to spot.
Included
- Access to the 390-metre hanging bridge
- All three trails: 1 km, 1.9 km and 3.5 km
- Frog sanctuary visit
- Naturalist guide in the guided options, up to 8 people per guide
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Insect repellent and water
- Binoculars and camera
The bridges, trails and frog sanctuary are run by a local family on their own land. Learn more about the project at Kapok Hanging Bridges
Choose your visit
Three ways to visit the hanging bridges
Hanging bridges day pass
Walk the bridge and all three trails at your own pace. Children 8 to 12: US$13.56.
Guided nature walk
A naturalist guide shows you the wildlife and plants along the trails. Children 8 to 12: US$33.90.
Guided birdwatching
Look for hummingbirds, macaws and tropical birds with a specialist guide. Children 8 to 12: US$36.16.
More in Sarapiquí
Other rainforest tours in Sarapiquí
Night walk in the rainforest
Frogs, insects and nocturnal wildlife on trails and hanging bridges after dark, with a local naturalist guide. Minimum age 8.
Birdwatching in Sarapiquí
Trogons, toucans, motmots and hummingbirds on private trails, with a specialist guide and spotting scope.
Sarapiquí River safari float
A calm float on the Sarapiquí River to spot monkeys, birds, iguanas and otters with a naturalist guide. Suitable for all ages.
Horseback riding at Hacienda Pozo Azul
Ride through jungle, pastures and streams beside the Sarapiquí River on well-trained horses, with a bilingual guide.
Before you book
Frequently asked questions
They are at Kapok Hanging Bridges in Sarapiquí, Heredia, in Costa Rica’s Caribbean lowland rainforest. We send the exact location on WhatsApp when you book.
Per person, taxes included: day pass US$28.25, guided nature walk US$49.72 and guided birdwatching US$55.37. Children 8 to 12 pay US$13.56, US$33.90 and US$36.16. For groups with children under 8, ask us on WhatsApp.
Yes. The short 1 km trail with bridges is wheelchair accessible, and the medium (1.9 km) and long (3.5 km) trails are easy walks for most visitors.
Yes, for US$16.95 per person with taxes: chicken, pork or fish with cassava, chimichurri, beans and tostadas. Lunch must be booked in advance.
Yes. A private guide adds US$30 per person to the guided nature walk or the birdwatching tour. All visits need a minimum of two people.
Visits run normally in the rain. If the park closes for safety or extreme weather, you can reschedule or get a refund. You can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before; later cancellations and no-shows are not refunded.
Book on WhatsApp
Tell us your dates and we will plan the day
One message on WhatsApp is enough. We reply with availability, rates and what to bring.