A unique ecotourism and research facility, your tramway guide will take you on a 90 minute excursion on the Rain Forest Aerial Tram through the rain forest canopy with its hanging gardens of plants and animals hidden at the tops of tall tropical trees. This site, next to the northern border of Braulio Carrillo National Park, possesses one of the richest canopy communities in the world. You will also have a 45-minute guided tour on the trails at the site. Dr. Perry began work on the Tram after becoming convinced that the only way to stop destruction of the rain forest is to show both Costa Ricans and people the world over the wonder of this unexplored habitat and by creating an alternative to unsustainable exploitation of the forest. Gliding through the canopy on an open gondola, you will have an opportunity to see coatis, sloths, monkeys, morpho butterflies and numerous bird species.
Orchids are also easier to spot from the tramway as well.
There is a restaurant on site if you wish to have lunch. Driving time between San Jos and the Tramway is approximately 45 minutes. A presentation describes coffee production from the farming of the trees to the eventual production of one of the world's most widely-consumed beverages. Afterward, tour members can purchase packaged gourmet coffee at factory prices or have their purchases mailed to any location in the U.S. or Canada. The price includes transportation from your San Jos hotel and the services of a bilingual guide.