Bungee Jumping in Costa Rica: Where to Jump and What It Costs

Bungee jumping in Costa Rica today mostly means one place: Monteverde Extremo Park, where you jump from a cable car hanging 143 meters (about 470 feet) above a forested canyon. It’s billed as the highest bungee jump in the country, with roughly 60 meters of free fall. Booking sites list it from around $100 per person, jumpers must be at least 14 and weigh 45 to 113 kilograms, and a photo and video package costs about $40 more.

This guide is for travelers deciding if and where to bungee jump in Costa Rica. It covers where you can jump, what happens on the day, costs and limits, safety, and other adrenaline activities if bungee isn’t for you.

Prices, limits and operating status change, so confirm with the operator before you plan your day around a jump.

Where to jump

Where to Go Bungee Jumping in Costa Rica

Monteverde Extremo Park

Monteverde Extremo runs the jump most visitors mean when they search for bungee jumping in Costa Rica. A small cable car carries you out over the canyon, and you jump from it with about 143 meters of air below you. The park also runs a giant Tarzan swing and zip lines, so it’s easy to combine activities in one visit. Hotel pickup in Monteverde may be available; ask when you book.

Monteverde is in the mountains between the Central Valley and Guanacaste, so it fits well on a route between San José, Arenal and the Pacific beaches. Read our Monteverde travel guide and our picks for the best hotels in Monteverde.

Bridge jumps near San José

For years, Tropical Bungee ran bridge jumps over the Río Colorado near Naranjo, about an hour from San José, with round-trip transport from the city. The operation has faced permit problems over use of the bridge. Some booking sites still list it, so confirm directly with the operator that jumps are running before you count on it.

Other areas

A bungee operation in Jacó has closed, and there’s no established bungee jump in La Fortuna. If you’re staying in those areas, plan a day trip to Monteverde or try one of the alternatives below.

The jump

What to Expect on Your Jump

1. Check in. You sign a waiver and get weighed. Staff confirm you’re within the weight range.
2. Gear up. Guides fit your harness and helmet and run through the jump in a short safety briefing.
3. Ride out. At Monteverde Extremo, the cable car carries you over the canyon to the jump point.
4. Jump. The guide counts you down, you step off and free-fall for a few seconds before the cord catches and bounces you several times.
5. Recovery. Staff bring you back up or lower you to the ground, depending on the setup.

Plan on about 45 minutes at the site, longer if there’s a line. The actual jump lasts less than a minute.

Before you book

Costs, Limits and Booking Tips

• Price: booking sites list the Monteverde jump from about $100 per person. The optional photo and video package costs about $40. If you want to film with your own camera, you’ll need an approved mount, and the park charges an equipment fee.
• Age: 14 and older, and minors must be accompanied by an adult.
• Weight: 45 to 113 kilograms, about 100 to 250 pounds. Staff weigh you on site.
• Health: skip it if you have heart problems, high blood pressure, back or neck problems, recent surgery or are pregnant. Ask the operator about anything else.
• Booking: reserve ahead in the dry season, December through April, and on holiday weekends. You can book direct or through a booking site such as Expedia, and check the cancellation policy.
• Timing: go in the morning. Monteverde often clouds over and gets windy in the afternoon, and operators stop jumps in high wind or storms.

Safety

Is Bungee Jumping in Costa Rica Safe?

Bungee jumping carries real risk anywhere, and adventure operators in Costa Rica vary in their standards. Stick with established operators, watch how staff check gear and connections, and don’t jump if something looks wrong or you feel pressured. Check that your travel insurance covers bungee jumping; many policies exclude it or treat it as an extreme sport.

For more on staying safe on adventure tours, see our guide to Costa Rica safety.

Alternatives

Other Adrenaline Activities in Costa Rica

• Zip-lining: Monteverde and Arenal have some of the longest and highest lines in the country. See our Costa Rica zip-lining guide.
• Tarzan swing: Monteverde Extremo’s giant swing gives a big drop without a full bungee jump.
• White-water rafting: the Pacuare and Sarapiquí rivers offer runs for beginners and experienced paddlers. See our rafting guide.
• Canyoning and more: rappelling down waterfalls is popular around La Fortuna. See our La Fortuna guide and our list of adventures in Costa Rica.

FAQ

Bungee Jumping Costa Rica FAQ