Costa Rica Adventure
Arenal Volcano Ziplines
Soar through the rainforest canopy at 80 km/h with stunning views of Arenal Volcano. Costa Rica's most thrilling adventure awaits.
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Soar through the rainforest canopy at 80 km/h with stunning views of Arenal Volcano. Costa Rica's most thrilling adventure awaits.
Compare Parks ↓La Fortuna's Arenal region offers some of Costa Rica's best zipline experiences, combining thrilling adventure with minimal physical effort. Unlike Monteverde's steep terrain, Arenal parks feature platform-to-platform designs with aerial trams - perfect for families and first-timers.
Sky Adventures Cable #6 reaches 80 km/h (50 mph) over 750 meters.
Zip with Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal as your backdrop.
Kids as young as 2-3 can ride tandem. Minimal walking required.
Spot monkeys, sloths, and toucans from the treetop platforms.
Automatic brakes, double attachments, certified gear at top parks.
Complete experience including check-in, tram ride, and ziplining.
Compare the best zipline parks in the Arenal area:
| Park | Cables | Longest | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sky Adventures | 7 | 750m | Fastest, volcano views |
| Ecoglide | 15 | 430m | Young kids (age 2+) |
| Mundo Aventura | 12-15 | Varies | Combo adventures |
| Go Adventure | Varies | - | Long hours, combos |
Hours: 8:00 AM - 3:15 PM | Duration: 2-2.5 hours | Cables: 7
Costa Rica's longest (750m) and fastest (80 km/h) zipline. Features aerial tram to start, automatic brakes, and stunning volcano/lake views. Cable #2 is the highest at 200m. Best for thrill-seekers wanting minimal walking.
Hours: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM | Duration: 2.5-3 hours | Cables: 15
Most cables in Arenal across 3 sections. Accepts kids as young as 2-3 years (tandem with guide). Classic canopy experience with long hours for flexible scheduling.
Hours: 7:00 AM - 5:00/6:00 PM | Duration: 2.5-3 hours | Cables: 12-15
Ecological park near La Fortuna Waterfall. Offers combo adventures with hiking, horseback riding, and rappelling. Best for families wanting variety beyond just ziplining.
Sky Adventures features 7 cables with progressively increasing thrills:
| Cable | Length | Height | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 (Practice) | 32m | - | Slow |
| #2 (Highest) | 465m | 200m | 70 km/h |
| #3 | 450m | 162m | 69 km/h |
| #4 | 410m | 78m | 65 km/h |
| #5 | 610m | 80m | 80 km/h |
| #6 (Longest) | 750m | 84m | 80 km/h |
| #7 | 25m | 38m | 32 km/h |
Cable #6 ("Big Daddy") is the crown jewel - 750 meters of pure adrenaline at 80 km/h, taking 45 seconds to cross with panoramic views of Arenal Lake.
Arenal offers the most family-friendly ziplining in Costa Rica, with options for children as young as 2 years old:
Minimum age 2-3 years (tandem with guide). Very kid-focused with patient staff. Young children ride clipped together with experienced guides.
Minimum age 5 (if harness fits). Sky Tram and bridges available for younger kids. Practice line builds confidence before big cables.
Clear age restrictions and weight limits. Good combos with horses and tubing for active families.
Longer, more adventurous lines for school-age kids. Height/weight minimums apply. Great for adventurous older children.
Arenal zipline parks maintain strong safety records with no major fatalities reported. Top parks use certified gear, automatic brakes, and double attachments.
| Park | Safety Features | Reputation |
|---|---|---|
| Sky Adventures | Automatic brakes, handlebar system, tandem for kids | ⭐ Excellent - best for families |
| Ecoglide | Double-line system, gloves, staff assistance | ⭐ Good - improved recently |
| Go Adventure | Constant safety checks, encouraging guides | ⭐ Strong - few complaints |
| Mundo Aventura | Decent gear, some older elements | Good but check reviews |
A typical Arenal zipline tour lasts 2-3 hours with 1-1.5 hours of actual ziplining.
Adventures through the Arenal rainforest canopy
Sky Adventures Cable #6 at 750 meters (2,460 feet) - the longest and fastest zipline in Costa Rica. Reaches 80 km/h (50 mph) and takes 45 seconds to cross with stunning views of Arenal Lake.
Yes! Top Arenal parks maintain strong safety records with no major fatalities. They use automatic brakes, double attachments, certified gear, and experienced guides. Minor incidents are rare and usually from rider error.
Ecoglide accepts ages 2-3 (tandem with guide). Sky Adventures starts at age 5 with practice lines and Sky Tram for younger siblings. Both are excellent for families with patient, child-focused staff.
2-3 hours total: 15-30 min check-in, 15-45 min tram ride to platforms, 1-1.5 hours ziplining, 15-20 min wrap-up. Sky Adventures is ~2 hours; Ecoglide is ~2.5-3 hours with 15 cables.
The first step off the platform can be intimidating, but 90% of beginners love it by the second cable. Practice lines build confidence, guides provide constant reassurance, and the views quickly distract from fear. Most people scream on line 1, then laugh on line 2!
Choose Arenal for families, beginners, or those wanting less walking (aerial tram, minimal hiking). Choose Monteverde for extreme adventure (1+ km Superman lines) if you're fit and want the longest cables. Arenal has the fastest zipline; Monteverde has the longest.