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Wildlife Refuge La Paz Waterfall Gardens Day Trip from San Jose

San José · Central Valley & San José

Wildlife Refuge La Paz Waterfall Gardens Day Trip from San Jose

4.7from 118 traveler ratingsup to 9h

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About this experience

La Paz Waterfall Gardens is the # 1 most visited private ecological attraction in Costa Rica that offers you the best trails near San Jose, the most famous waterfalls in Costa Rica, including the famous La Paz Waterfall, an animal sanctuary and private reserve of wildlife with more than 100 species of animals and environmental education programs. Five waterfalls, cloud forest and rain forest, trails, aviary with 40 species of birds, feeding toucans in the palm of the hand, titi monkeys, insect display, butterfly garden with their laboratory, 2-toed sloths, white-faced or capuchin monkeys, spider monkeys, garden of hummingbirds with more than 26 documented species, feeding hummingbirds in the palm of the hand in the mornings and afternoons, serpentarium, jaguar, pumas, ocelots, tigrillos, cauceles, house of peace with area of domestic animals and cart with oxen. Frog, display of orchids, display of heliconias, bromeliads.

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Getting there

Hotel pickup in San José

Picks up at 140 listed locations, including:

  • Hotel Portal Colonial
  • Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
  • Aparthotel Casa Reflejos
  • Canal Grande Lodge
  • Posada Nena Santa Ana
  • Studio Hotel Boutique
  • +134 more

Pickup details are confirmed with the operator during booking.

Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

Where

La Paz Waterfall Gardens

What you'll do

  1. Meet your guide in the lobby of your hotel, get on your transfer vehicle and head to the gardens of the La Paz waterfall. Visit ten animal exhibitions to see fascinating creatures, such as butterflies, monkeys, toads, snakes, exotic birds and even felines from the jungle that roam the place.  Take a moderate-intensity hike to the gardens of the La Paz waterfall, an exuberant green space where biodiversity is very present. Walk the paved trail of 3 kilometers (1.8 mi), which will take you to the base of the La Paz waterfall. This ecological park, with a height that varies between 1,200 and 1,500 meters (4,000 to 5,000 ft), is home to a wide variety of wildlife and plant species.  The La Paz waterfall is a perfect and relaxing destination for the whole family, full of opportunities to take photographs worthy of a postcard of the fantastic natural beauty of Costa Rica.

    8h hereAdmission included

What's included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Buffet lunch
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
3 more included
  • Driver/guide
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Not included

  • Gratuities

Good to know

  • Easy physical level
  • Public transport nearby
  • Infants sit on laps

Guided in en, es.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
4 more notes
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Cancellation

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

The operator may cancel for poor weather, with a full refund or reschedule.

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