Costa Rica Day 5 - Travel to Monteverde Cloud Forest

On day 5, we enjoyed a leisurely breakfast before being picked up for the 4 hour drive (including that last 1 1/2 hours of crazy and legendary rough roads) to Monteverde Cloud Forest, a mountaintop phenomenon driven by the continental divide. During our time in the cloud forest we were often "misted" on by the nearby clouds. Our first afternoon was very relaxing, which was a nice break after several very active days of boogie boarding, white water rafting, and surfing.

A view from the crazy road enroute to Monteverde...



We stayed at Monte Verde Lodge, an eco friendly lodge set among luch gardens, with nice walks and views, as well as it's own butterfly and hummingbird garden. Today, the kids relaxed in the hammocks and enjoyed a nice swim and handstand contest at the hotel.





Our first night, we enjoyed dinner at The Treehouse, a unique two story restaurant built around a 60-year fig tree.



After dinner, unfortunately, Canyon announced that his ear felt clogged. Our following day would begin with one of the worst ear infections we have experienced to date, no less very far away from home and the medical amenities of the United States. More to come and lots of prayers.