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San Jose: Poás Volcano & La Paz Waterfall Ride

By Welcome Pickups
Free cancellation available
Price is P 28,570 per traveler* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview
  • Witness an Active Volcano Up Close
  • Explore the Famous La Paz Waterfall Gardens
  • Experience Costa Rica’s Coffee Culture
  • Private & Fully Customizable Day Trip
  • Comfortable Journey with Hotel Pickup & Drop-off
Activity location
  • Poás Volcano National Park
    • Calle Poás
    • Río Segundo, Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • San Jose Hotel Pickup
    • Calle Central Alfredo Volio
    • Merced, San José, Costa Rica

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San Jose: Poás Volcano & La Paz Waterfall Ride
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • Opening hours: Fri 6:00-12:00
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
P 28,570.45 x 1 TravelerP 28,570.45

Total
Price is P 28,570.45

What's included, what's not

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    Fuel and tolls
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    All taxes, fees and management charges
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    Hotel pickup and arrival
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    Personal English-speaking professional guide
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    Free wifi in the car
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    Water
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    Entrance fees for all attractions
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    Other drinks and meals
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    Advice and free services

Know before you book

  • After booking, if you prefer an official licensed guide, you can request one via message, and we’ll gladly arrange it for you with an extra cost
  • Our drivers act as informal local guides, sharing historical knowledge and insights about each stop, while also suggesting adjustments and revealing hidden gems and secret spots only locals know—ensuring your tour is truly one-of-a-kind.
  • For 1–4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 5-7 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.

What you can expect

This ride combines three of Costa Rica’s most iconic experiences into one unforgettable day. Volcanoes, waterfalls, and coffee, all within easy reach of San José.

  • Fully Customizable & Private – Your driver is happy to adjust timing and stops based on your preferences.

  • Pickup and drop off included with a professional, English-speaking driver.

Your day begins with a comfortable hotel pickup before heading north into the cloud-forest highlands. The first highlight is Poás Volcano National Park, where you’ll stand on the edge of an active crater and gaze into its steaming turquoise lagoon. Cool mountain air and sweeping vistas make this stop a must for nature lovers.

Next, descend into the lush surroundings of La Paz Waterfall Gardens, a unique eco-park where waterfalls thunder through dense greenery. Follow winding paths past butterfly enclosures, hummingbird gardens, and even a wildlife rescue center that protects big cats and jungle species. The sight of cascading falls set against the rainforest backdrop is unforgettable.

On the return journey, pause at Coffee Plantation Stop (Doka Estate or similar), where Costa Rica’s rich coffee culture surrounds you. Rows of coffee plants line the volcanic hillsides, and visitors can step into a café or shop to browse or buy. Please note: this ride stop does not include a guided tour or tasting. Any purchases of coffee or other products are not included in the ride price.

As your driver brings you back to San José, you’ll pass through scenic valleys and highland villages the perfect ending to a day packed with natural and cultural wonders.

Important: Tickets for Poás Volcano National Park and La Paz Waterfall Gardens are not included in the ride price. The coffee plantation stop does not require a ticket, and no guided coffee tour is included in this ride.

Location

Activity location
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    Poás Volcano National Park
    • Calle Poás
    • Río Segundo, Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    San Jose Hotel Pickup
    • Calle Central Alfredo Volio
    • Merced, San José, Costa Rica