Updated March 26, 2025
One thing that was on my bucket list that I had to do in Costa Rica was a zip line or a canopy tour. As my time in Costa Rica was winding down, I knew I had to find my own Costa Rica zip line adventure. When I arrived in Peurto Viejo, priority number one was finding the best canopy tour. Experiencing the jungle in Costa Rica via a zip line was my mission.
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I Headed To The Village To Find a zip line Tour
Since my hostel didn’t have much in terms of tours, I headed to Peurto Viejo to see what I could find. After some walking around, I asked a local tour company in town about ziplines. They assured me that the best canopy tour was about 30 minutes out of town. The tour company Gandoca Tours was very convincing, so I decided to take the plunge and spend $55 to do this. I was ready and set for my first Costa Rica zip line adventure in the morning.
The Bumpy Ride Deep into The Costa Rica Jungle
So the zipline journey finally began. The tour guide picked me up at my hostel Kalunay in Peurto Viejo. I was the last one to be picked up in the jeep and you could feel the excitement from the group. There was adrenaline, energy and some nervousness for everyone in the group, as this was the first zipline for all but one person. The lady who had already done 3 was the oldest and had no fear whatsoever. So my chances of not surviving were low, right? Of course! Countless tourists visiting Costa Rica have done zip lines I clearly wasn’t the first. I admit I was anxious and excited for my first Costa Rica zip line adventure. At this point, I was doing this! I knew no matter how I was feeling when I jumped on that first canopy, I was taking the plunge.
The bumpy jeep ride deep into the jungle game me lots of time to reflect on what I was about to do
Getting Fitted With My Safety Gear
After 30 minutes or so off-roading into the jungle, we finally arrived. I looked up, and I could see that first canopy from a distance. It didn’t look so bad surely I can do this. We got to the top, and I waited my turn to get fitted with the harness and safety gear. This gave me plenty of time to second-guess myself while seeing how high above the jungle we actually were with a clear shot of the first canopy.
Learning The Ropes on The “Baby” Zip Line
We then headed over for a quick tutorial on the baby zip line to learn how to brake, when to brake, and the proper techniques so you don’t get stuck on the line. Yikes! I got my first run, and it was a success! Now, off to the real thing!
The first Real Zip Line
I get up to the canopy and here goes nothing! I’m a bit nervous but excited at the same time! No one has ever plunged to their death ziplining before right? The view was incredible and I was telling myself to keep my eyes open and remember the proper technique and when to brake to not get stuck somewhere in the middle. So there I go. I was moving through the jungle at a good clip; the view was amazing, and I hit the brake at the perfect time. I was now experiencing the jungle on a Costa Rica zip line.
Completing My Costa Rica Zip Line Adventure
After a few more zips, I was a pro and had the time of my life. I had epic views of the jungle from above, an amazing walk through the jungle, and I saw monkeys, exotic birds, and various other wild life. During my time in Costa Rica, I saw a lot of jungle in many different ways, but this was by far the best way to experience it! On to the next adventure.
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