Top Things to do in Santa Elena
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Discover the best top things to do in Santa Elena, Costa Rica including Souvenir Rosewood-Info Center, Monteverde Massage, Pasion Costa Rica, monteverde nature guided tours, Desafio Monteverde Tours - Day Tours, Transportes Varela Monteverde Costa Rica, Roy the local nature guide, Transportes Freylid, Monteverde Massage Center, El Sol Monte Verde Tours & Transfers.
Restaurants in Santa Elena
1. Souvenir Rosewood-Info Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 56 reviews
We are a small family business where you can find beautiful and unique wood bolws, which are made by the owner, the work area is in the same place so we extend the invitation to all our customers to visit the workshop and observe the process and for sure our garden. We also have jewelry that is made also by the owner and her daughter, some made from recycled paper, seeds, and more. We hope to see you soon!
Reviewed By middle_aged_mom_12
Don’t miss this place if you can help it! This is the place where the guy will show you how he turns bowls from wood. He also will show off his fantastic garden which has sugar cane, a macadamia tree, and coffee plants amongst numerous others. He cut some cane for our family to try. He also has a bird feeder where we saw a Toucanette, and a Euphonia bird. He also let us try a lime right off the tree, and showed us his pineapple plant, plantain and banana trees. The gift shop features his woodwork, and the prices are the most reasonable there. You can find his work (probably his work) in gift shops, but this place has the best variety and prices. Best was when he let my husband try helping him turn a bowl on the lathe. The owner is a really kind man. We gave him money for generously sharing his time with us.
2. Monteverde Massage
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 80 reviews
In Monteverde Karmen Massage you will find an oasis of possibilities to recuperate your physical and mental health. Located in Santa Elena de Monteverde, 300 meters north of gas station. From "Casa Batzú" built made by containers. Close enough that you can walk, enjoying the marvelous view.
Reviewed By evansbrownp - Lacey, United States
Recently I was in Monteverde and needed to work out some sore muscles from all the hiking and exploring I had done. Dra. Karmen Phillips has her massage therapy facility in an excellent location on the main highway. She provided and thorough and welcomed massage. After many years of experience as physical therapist, she knew what was needed to help improve my movement. She was very friendly and hospitaable as well offering me tea at end of session! Great Costa Rican hospitality.
3. Pasion Costa Rica
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 471 reviews
Not your run-of-the-mill tours! Personalized private and small group natural history tours in all of the cloud forest trails in the Monteverde area. We consider naturalist guiding a lifestyle, not just a job!
4. monteverde nature guided tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 51 reviews
guided tours , natural history walks, birdwatching tours, etc. come and visit one of the most interesting habitats in Costa Rica , Monteverde cloud forest, families and visitors from all over the world are very welcome.
5. Desafio Monteverde Tours - Day Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 93 reviews
We’ve been helping people enjoy the beauty of Costa Rica since 1992, including breathtaking Monteverde. Discover the fascinating ecology of the Monteverde Cloud Forest with our Eagle-Eyed Guides! Located here in Monteverde with local experts on staff to provide free information on tours, hotels & transport, plus maps and hummingbird & monkey garden. Come visit us!
6. Transportes Varela Monteverde Costa Rica
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By bea877 - Seaside, United States
Mr. Varela picked us up from San Jose airport and drove us to Monteverde and all around the area. He's friendly and kind and a very safe driver. We went to a variety of sites in and around Monteverde and he was always on time to pick us up from the hotel and from our tourist spots. His prices seem to be better than the going rate, quite reasonable. He arrived early to pick us up, help with luggage and drove us back to San Jose airport when we were ready to go. I highly recommend him.
7. Roy the local nature guide
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 33 reviews
My name is Roy Gonzales I do work like Naturalist tour guide in the Monteverde area. I offer day & night expeditions to the forest where we have a nice natural experince.
8. Transportes Freylid
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 73 reviews
Transportes Freylid is a family run bussines which offers Transportation all around the country. Our family has more than 15 years of experience within the tourism industry and providing transportation for different companies in Costa Rica.
Reviewed By JuHaWhu - Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom
I spent 2 weeks in Monteverde working on a coffee farm and Andres was my contact for taxis, trips and activities. He was full of good knowledge about the area and gave great recommendations on what to do! It was really easy to contact him and every trip and activity I booked was organised really well with no hassle. It’s great to use and support a local family run business. I would recommend using Faro Travel while in the area!
9. Monteverde Massage Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 49 reviews
Massages are the treasures of wellbeing. Help yourself with the healing power of hands. You will find your inner balance and harmony. Additional you can have Exfoliants & Wrappings Skin. Natural Body treatments are the connection of body and soul, as you treat your skin, it creates a space with your interior which produces a better mood and quality of life & the Facial cleansing is a total release of impurities, giving a younger appearance and without fatigue.
Reviewed By Whiley1986 - London, United Kingdom
I’ve just spent an excellent 60 minutes laying down, enjoying the best massage I’ve ever experienced. The pressure was perfect, the atmosphere was very relaxing. Both masseuses (my partner had one at the same time) were very welcoming, very engaging and attentive to our requirements. Compared to other places in the area, the prices are very reasonable. I cannot recommend this place enough. If you’re in Monteverde and fancy a treat, or in need of a massage, head here!
10. El Sol Monte Verde Tours & Transfers
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
The best road trip you can have in Costa Rica. A small family business that provides transportation service all over Costa Rica but based in Cerro Plano, Monte Verde district. Family and friendly customized service for your business or pleasure trip. For inquiries and reservations please access our FB page
Reviewed By ReeseS234 - Kingston, United States
Highly, highly recommend this service to take you from San Jose Airport to Monteverde Costa Rica. Request Ron if at all possible. He knows all the best places to stop and take pictures. He is from Monteverde and can recommend restaurants, shops, tours, and will take you to see the sunset even after he’s dropped you off at your destination. Awesome experience.
