Cloudbridge Private Nature Reserve
This private nature reserve staffed by local biologists and ecologists, supported by international undergraduate interns. It has an easy trail to a waterfall, just 500 meters from the entrance, plus almost 12 km (8 miles) of river and ridge trails, including one trail that utilizes 4 km (2½ miles) of the Chirripó National Park trail. It's a pleasant alternative for hikers who aren't up to the challenge of Chirripó or haven't reserved a spot far in advance. You can take a guided 3½-hour tour past two waterfalls and learn about the flora and fauna of the cloud forest for $70. Alternatively, you could take a primary forest tour around a 100-year-old forest, which is between 4 to 5 hours and $100 for two people. There's also an art gallery featuring nature paintings by artist Linda Moskalyk, and accommodations in three fully equipped houses (starting at $80, two-night minimum). They book up quickly, so check the website for availability. There is an admission fee of $10. All the proceeds go towards the reforestation efforts of the reserve and the surrounding biological corridor, which have so far planted over 50,000 trees.
