San Jose

15 Best Poas Volcano & La Paz Waterfall Tours

The classic San Jose triangle: Poas’ steaming crater at morning clarity, La Paz Waterfall Gardens’ toucans and cats and Hacienda Doka’s coffee from cherry to cup. Crater visibility runs on a morning timer; the early departures know it.

1.Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience

Discover Costa Rica’s highlights with this full-day tour from San Jose, visiting Poás Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, and a coffee plantation in comfort and style.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“This was so worth the money. Our tour guide was super knowledgeable, friendly and bilingual. Unfortunately the volcano was closed but we were compensated the difference. Still it was about an 8 hour day. The views, experiences, information, food and snacks were all great. We…”

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2.Hacienda Café Doka, Volcán Poas & Jardines de La Catarata La Paz

Discover Costa Rica's highlights with this full-day tour visiting Doka Coffee Estate, Poas Volcano, and La Paz Waterfall Gardens, all from San Jose.

★ 5.0

“Great experience. Definitely worth the money given the amount of activities for the cost of the tour. Be sure to bring enough sunscreen and a hat because it is quite sunny out there. They picked us up from our hotel then we went to the…”

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4.Poás Volcano, Café Doka and Peace Falls Day Tour

Discover Costa Rica’s natural wonders on this full-day tour visiting Poás Volcano, Doka Coffee Estate, and La Paz Waterfalls—an authentic experience for nature lovers.

★ 4.5

“This tour was amazing. The just let me wear his coat, was patient with me , kind , respectful and not rushing or pushy . He drove with care , guided us with care. He even let his spend time to shop etc.”

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5.La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Wildlife Refuge Tour from San Jose

Discover Costa Rica’s natural beauty on a full-day tour from San Jose to La Paz Waterfall Gardens, featuring waterfalls, wildlife, and local cuisine.

★ 5.0

“Harlem was an excellent driver with outstanding local knowledge he imparted easily with the 3 of us who did the tour. La Paz is a large naturally beautiful property. Everything is well presented, with attention to detail, particularly with the management of the rescued animals,…”

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6.Skip the Line:Day Ticket-La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge

Discover Costa Rica’s stunning waterfalls, wildlife, and cloud forests with all-day access to La Paz Waterfall Gardens. Perfect for families and nature lovers.

★ 4.5

“The La Paz waterfalls were amazing! The whole park was beautiful. There was so much to see and do! So glad we went!”

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7.From San José: Poás Volcano Crater, Coffee Tour and Breakfast

Discover Costa Rica's highlights with a tour from San José visiting Poás Volcano, a coffee plantation, and La Paz Waterfall — perfect for nature and coffee lovers.

★ 4.0

“The guide was really nice and helpful and the views of the Volcano and coffee shop are beautiful. However, I wouldnt book a tour with Viator again. We had no information about the pick up until the night before the tour (so after the limit…”

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8.Poás Volcano and Coffee Tour with Tasting and La Paz Falls

Discover Costa Rica’s highlights on this day trip, including Poás Volcano, coffee plantation, and La Paz Waterfalls, with expert guides and authentic sights.

★ 4.0

“Great tour guide and excellent views. Had a great time seeing the Poás Volcano and the coffee plantation. The water falls also has an excellent view.”

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9.Wildlife Refuge La Paz Waterfall Gardens Day Trip from San Jose

Discover Costa Rica’s biodiversity on this full-day La Paz Waterfall Gardens tour from San Jose, featuring waterfalls, wildlife, and lush cloud forests for $130.

★ 4.5

“I loved this experience. The up close view of the birds and animals was very special. The park grounds are gorgeous and the waterfalls were amazing. We had a terrific guide. The walk was pretty easy, but there are some steps/cimbs between waterfalls. The buffet…”

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10.Poas Volcano waterfalls and coffee tour from from San Jose

Discover Costa Rica’s highlights in one day with this tour featuring Poas Volcano, waterfalls, and coffee farms from San José. Explore, learn, and enjoy.

★ 5.0

“Got to see 2 fabulous waterfalls, a coffee plantation, had a nice lunch and ended the tour with a demonstration of the life cycle of coffee beans from beginning to steaming cup of coffee. The only thing we missed was the volcano visit but this…”

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12.Poas Volcano National Park Half Day tour from San Jose

Discover Costa Rica’s iconic Poas Volcano on a half-day guided tour from San Jose, featuring stunning crater views, coffee stops, and authentic local touches.

★ 4.5

“Our guide Ron was super knowledgeable of everything in the area and Costa Rica in general! He picked my mom and I up from our hotel and took us on an amazing adventure to see the volcano. We stopped at a coffee farm on the…”

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13.Britt Coffee Tour from San José

Discover the Costa Rican coffee-making process on this 2-hour Britt Coffee Tour from San José, including tasting, lunch, and farm insights.

★ 4.5

“Great experience of how coffee is made and learning how coffee is harvested and processed. Learning the history and origins was intriguing.”

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14.Poas Volcano + Coffee tour + Waterfall tour day from San Jose

Discover Costa Rica’s Poas Volcano, a coffee farm, and waterfalls on a full-day tour from San Jose. Enjoy stunning views, expert guides, and authentic experiences.

★ 5.0

“You get just enough time at the volcano and waterfall! The coffee tour was pretty cool, and the guide there was very informative.”

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15.Poas Volcano + Coffee Plantations & La Paz Waterfall Gardens Trip from San Jose

Explore Costa Rica’s highlights with a full-day tour from San José, visiting a coffee plantation, Poás Volcano, and La Paz Waterfall Gardens for an authentic experience.

★ 4.5

“Wonderful tour and the guides were fantastic. It was an excellent day. Our group was very small so the tour felt very personalized. Only suggestion is that they work to avoid high traffic times because we got stuck in traffic for over an hour on…”

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