# Canopy Mal País: zipline on a forest farm near Cabo Blanco > Canopy Mal País, also called Canopy del Pacífico, is a guided zipline tour on a forested farm in Mal País, close to the entrance of the Cabo Blanco nature reserve. It's a good pick for families, groups and first-timers who want a short dose of adventure without leaving the area. Source: https://www.santa-teresa.com/canopy-mal-pais/ Last checked: 2026-10-28 Location: Mal País, Mal País, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica Type: adventure, tour Official website: https://www.canopymalpais.com/ Best for: First-time zipliners, families and groups wanting a short adventure Course: 11 platforms in large trees, 5 to 30 meters up, linked by steel cables Highlights: A 300-meter canyon crossing and a 500-meter run through forest along a creek Length: Nearly a mile of course; the tour takes about 1 hour 15 minutes Setting: A farm with more than 200 tree species near the Cabo Blanco reserve entrance Booking: Online, by phone or WhatsApp via the official site ## What it's like Canopy Mal País is the zipline tour on the southern end of the coast, out past the village of Mal País toward the Cabo Blanco reserve. You'll see it referred to as Canopy del Pacífico too, so don't be thrown if a booking site or friend uses the other name. The course runs across a forested farm that the operator says holds more than 200 kinds of trees, which gives you a proper sense of being up in the canopy rather than flying over pasture. It's a compact outing. The whole tour takes around an hour and a quarter, which makes it easy to fit around a morning surf or an afternoon at the beach. Guides run the course and handle the gear and safety checks, so all you need to do is clip in and enjoy it. ## The tours The course has 11 platforms built into big trees, sitting anywhere from 5 to 30 meters off the ground and joined by steel cables. Altogether it adds up to nearly a mile of line. 2 runs stand out on the operator's own description: a 300-meter crossing over a canyon between the second and third platforms, and a 500-meter stretch that follows a creek through the forest. Because it sits on wooded land so close to [Cabo Blanco](/cabo-blanco-national-park/), keep your eyes open between platforms. The guides double as nature guides, so it's worth asking what you're looking at. ## What to bring The official site doesn't publish a packing list, so treat this as common sense rather than house rules: - Closed shoes that won't fall off, such as trainers - Comfortable clothes you can move in, ideally shorts or light trousers rather than a dress or skirt - Insect repellent and sunscreen - A small amount of cash or a card for any extras, and leave valuables at your hotel If you want photos, ask the guides on the day what they allow. Loose phones and cameras on a zipline are a common way to lose them. ## Booking tips You can book online through the official site, or reach the team by phone or WhatsApp. Tour start times aren't listed on the main page, so check them when you reserve, especially in the busy December to April season. If you're travelling with young children, ask about minimum ages and weight limits before you go; the site doesn't state them. ## Who it suits (and who it doesn't) It's a good fit for first-timers, mixed-age family groups and anyone who wants a bit of adrenaline without committing a whole day. It also works well on a rainy-season afternoon when the surf is messy. If you're after a long, full-day adventure park with lots of extra activities, this isn't that: it's a single, focused zipline course. And if heights genuinely frighten you, 30 meters is high, so be honest with yourself before you book. ## Getting there The farm sits near the entrance to the Cabo Blanco reserve, south of [Mal País](/mal-pais/). From the Playa Carmen junction, head south along the coast road through Mal País. The road gets rougher toward the end, so allow extra time. Confirm the exact meeting point when you book. See our [activities guide](/activities/) for more things to do nearby. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Canopy Mal País the same as Canopy del Pacífico? Yes. The business uses both names; the official site is canopymalpais.com. ### How long does the zipline tour take? The official site says about 1 hour and 15 minutes. ### How many platforms are there? 11, set between 5 and 30 meters up in large trees. ### Is there a minimum age? The site doesn't say. Ask when you book. ### Can I combine it with Cabo Blanco? Yes, they're close together. Many people do the reserve hike in the morning and the zipline afterward, or the other way round. Check tour times and book on the [official Canopy Mal País website](https://www.canopymalpais.com/).