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Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve Description
(Local Name: Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde) The Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve is one of the most frequented forests in Costa Rica. The Quakers who settled in the Monteverde area were intent on preserving the watershed, and in 1972 the Tropical Science Center bought and established the reserve with help from the Nature Conservancy and the World Wildlife Fund. In 1986 the Monteverde Conservation League (MCL) was formed and continues to buy land to expand the reserve through various ventures, including an international children's educational and forest preservation project.

Covering over 17,000ha/41,990ac of land, the cloud forest differs from a rainforest because it is usually much
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Hobbies & Activities category: Waterfall, cascades;  Hiking opportunity;  Natural area;  Wildlife area, bird sanctuary
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Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
Monteverde, Puntarenas
Costa Rica
Hours
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Open7:007:007:007:007:007:007:00
Closed16:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
Tips
Guided hikes offer better chances to see wildlife.
Due to the fragile nature of the reserve, only 120 visitors are allowed in at once.
Guided natural history tours are offered every morning at 8 a.m. & cost about US$15 plus the entrance fee.
Guides
Guided tour available as optional extra.
Facilities
Gift shop
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