Protected from development, Reserva Santa Elena attracts an impressive range of birds and other fauna. Understand how the community has worked to preserve the natural environment here.

You'll soon see why this Tronadora nature reserve is visited by many travelers. If you're searching for more to do and see here, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde, and Selvatura Adventure Park are in the area as well. They won't take very long to reach from Reserva Santa Elena.

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Tierra Buena Countryside Hotel

$564

per person

Dec 31 - Jan 7

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

New York (NYC) to La Fortuna (FON)

2/10 (1 review)

Nangú Glamping Experience

$1,433

per person

Dec 31 - Jan 7

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

New York (NYC) to La Fortuna (FON)

6/10 (6 reviews)

This a unique experience. Staff was very helpful and their breakfast which we had one morning was delicious. We even managed to get Italian food delivered (easier with USD cash). The view is unbelievable and we definitely enjoyed as a family with 2 teenagers. Note that like all roads in Costa Rica, always better with a 4WD car. We had a simple 4x4 SUV and we had no issue driving (slowly) the 1.5km or so to get to the property even under set season rain. Again, great experience if you are looking for quiet and nature in a very comfortable setting.

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2024

Hideaway Rio Celeste

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$1,418

per person

Jan 22 - Jan 26

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to La Fortuna (FON)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (593 reviews)

The room and hotel we're beautiful and immaculate. The service was exceptional and the breakfast was so delicious!

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

Browse tours and tickets to explore Reserva Santa Elena

Tours & day trips

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Monteverde: Cloud Forest Hanging Bridges Guided Tour

Free cancellation available

Private & custom tours

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Wildlife Tour in Curicancha

Free cancellation available

History & culture

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Rural Coffee Processes Inside the Forest with Night Tour

Free cancellation available

Water activities

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White Water Rafting Class II and III

Free cancellation available

Classes & workshops

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3-in-1 Monteverde Cloud Forest Coffee, Chocolate and Sugar Cane Tour

Popular places to visit

February 2019. Heavy mist in the morning at Santa Elena. Made for an enchanting walk through the 4.8km trail. No sight of wildlife apart from birds, but may have had better luck with a guide.

Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve, a lovely green space in Tronadora. Wander the forest or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

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Selvatura Adventure Park

4.5/5(73 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Selvatura Adventure Park and popular activities like ziplining in Tronadora. Wander the lush forest or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Sky Adventures Monteverde Park

5/5(9 reviews)

You can take time to visit Sky Adventures Monteverde Park during your travels to Cabeceras. Wander the lush forest or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

4.5/5(348 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and popular activities like hiking in Monteverde. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the local tours.

Treetopia Park

Explore the great outdoors at Treetopia Park, a lovely green space in Cabeceras.

Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde and enjoy the hiking trails in Monteverde. Wander the lush forest or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.