Poas Volcano and La Paz Waterfall Gardens Private Tour

4.8 (23 reviews) San Jose, Costa Rica
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Duration8h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This tour combines the raw power of an active volcano with the serene beauty of lush rainforest and waterfalls, all in a single day. You’ll witness the dramatic landscape of Poás Volcano from a safe and accessible viewpoint, while learning fascinating stories about its eruptions and natural history.

At La Paz Waterfall Gardens, you’ll get up close to Costa Rica’s extraordinary wildlife, from colorful butterflies and hummingbirds to rescued monkeys and jungle cats. The trails, gardens, and waterfalls are carefully designed to immerse you in nature, creating unforgettable moments for photography, exploration, and discovery.

What's included

  • Entrance fee to Poas Volcano & La paz waterfall gardens
  • Buffet lunch
  • WiFi on board
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Bilingual tour guide

What to expect

  1. Poas Volcano
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Poás Volcano is one of Costa Rica’s most iconic natural wonders. The main crater, nearly 1.5 km wide, is among the largest active craters in the world. Visitors follow a short 0.5 km trail (about 10 minutes each way) to reach the overlook, where breathtaking views reveal the immense power of this active volcano.

    Along the way, your guide will share fascinating facts about Poás —from its last major eruption in 2017, to the acidic lagoon inside the crater, and how volcanic gases shape the surrounding ecosystem. You’ll also learn how scientists monitor the volcano daily to ensure safe visits, and why the fertile volcanic soil supports such rich biodiversity.
  2. La Paz Waterfall Gardens
    4h · Admission ticket included
    Discover one of Costa Rica’s most complete nature attractions. Walk through trails leading to five stunning waterfalls, explore Central America’s largest butterfly observatory, and enjoy the Hummingbird, Orchid, and Bromeliad Gardens.

    Visit the Frog Pond, Serpentarium, Insect Exhibit, and the wildlife sanctuary where you can see monkeys, sloths, jungle cats, toucans, and more. La Paz combines waterfalls, wildlife, and rainforest into one unforgettable experience.

Meeting and pickup

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Pickup details

Your guide will be wearing a red shirt for easy identification.

- If your tour starts at your hotel, they will be waiting in the lobby.
- If you are arriving from a cruise, your guide will meet you with a sign displaying your name, ensuring you can find us without any trouble.

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Additional information

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • The traveler needs to bring a rain jacket

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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