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From San José: Poas Volcano, local coffee farm and birdwatching

San José · Central Valley & San José

From San José: Poas Volcano, local coffee farm and birdwatching

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About this experience

Embark on a captivating small group journey to Poas Volcano, where you will meet the fiery heart of Costa Rica's wilderness. Led by our experienced local biologists, this intimate experience will take you as close as possible to the volcano's awe-inspiring might. Immerse yourself in lush cloud forests teeming with native flora, fauna and funga. Breathe in the crisp mountain air, explore volcanic trails. Delight yourself with traditional coffee by hand-picking the beans the old-fashioned way and tasting your own harvest, then enjoy lunch at one of our favorite birdwatching hotspots where you will see colorful flying jewels and take amazing photos. This is more than a tour; it's an intimate odyssey through the untamed beauty of Poas Volcano and its surroundings. Our company is dedicated to delving deeper than the surface. We'll lead you through the jungle with a naturalist's spirit, fueled by curiosity and a sense of wonder.

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Getting there

Hotel pickup in San José

Picks up at 175 listed locations, including:

  • Hotel Ave del Paraiso
  • Hotel La Merced
  • Apartotel Tairona
  • Boutique Hotel Jade
  • Hotel Terrazas Boutique
  • Casa Garitas GuestHouse - Free SJO Airport Shuttle
  • +169 more

Pickup details are confirmed with the operator during booking.

Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

Where

Poas Volcano

What you'll do

  1. After being picked up by your professional biologist guide in our private 4x4 transportation, we will drive about 2 hours on a scenic road that leads to the National Park. Once we get there, the weather gets cold, the sun shines, and the smell of sulfur would give us the welcome to one of the largest craters in the world and one of the most active volcanos in CR. We will enjoy the view when the volcano gets clear and immerse in the dwarf vegetation that leads to the extinct crater which now hosts life, admire this particular forest and the lush, verdant surroundings through biologist eyes.

    2.2h hereAdmission included

  2. Hand-pick coffee beans and experience traditional artisanal coffee! We’ll visit a small, local artisanal coffee plantation, where you’ll have the chance to hand-pick coffee beans, learn about the traditional production process, and taste coffee made from your own harvest. This experience offers a genuine look into the most traditional way of producing coffee.

    40 min here

  3. We will drive around La Paz Waterfall and beautiful landscapes

    1h here

  4. To finish out the day tasting a delicious Costa Rican lunch while hummingbirds and different birds enlighten the views. Note: The remaining time is for the round tour and time spent sightseeing or explorations.

    2h here

What's included

Included

  • Small-group tour
  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Certified guide or Biologist
  • Poas Volcano Entrance
2 more included
  • Binocular or telescope for birdwatching
  • Coffee farm and tasting

Not included

  • $8-$13 pp

Good to know

  • Moderate fitness needed

Guided in en, es.

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation

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

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