From San José: Private Poás Volcano & Local Life Experience

San Jose, Costa Rica

6 to 8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Head off the beaten path and discover the Poás Volcano on this exciting adventure from San Jose. Alongside a private guide, visit the active stratovolcano and discover the unique ecosystem that surrounds it. Then, choose from a few attractions to visit such as the La Paz Waterfall and Gardens, the Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center, and the Alsacia Starbucks Coffee Plantation.

Enjoy the freedom to create your own itinerary
Keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife
Learn about the local history and ecology
A private tour means a personalized experience

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water
Snacks
Creation of agenda and recommendation of places to visit

Gratuities
Let us know if you want to go inside the volcan national park and La Paz Waterfalls

$110.00 per person
Over weight limit

Entrance fee to La Paz Waterfalls

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pick up and drop off from any hotel with in 3 miles radio from the airport. Longest distance hotel can be arranged accordingly.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

10/15/2019 - 05/21/2027
Monday - Saturday : 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday : 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Itinerary

Province of Alajuela

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.3

based on 4 reviews

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Highly recommended! ...

khayward, Feb 2026

Highly recommended! Jose's excellent tour featured dazzling mountain scenery, flexibility tailored to my preferences, an outstanding restaurant stop for lunch, and fun, engaging conversation. Thank you, Jose!

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you for the kind review — I truly appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed the day and the experience. You’re always welcome back to Costa Rica.

DANS les sentiers battus et très cher

Victor_H, Jan 2022

Pour près de 300€, vous avez pendant 8h une guide sympathique et une voiture confortable- c'est bien mais rien d'autre n'est inclus et tout semble devour être payant. Or, si la visite du volcan (35$×2) est magnifique et indiscutable, elle ne dure qu'une heure. La suite pourrait consister en des visites d'espaces naturels : non, en fait il faut aller dans des ressorts (La Paz pour nous à 65$×2), très beau, certes (cascades) mais le rescue pour les animaux n'est en fait qu'un petit zoo années 50 avec des petites cages, la ferme à papillon dans des locaux inadaptés. Quant à la culture typique du café, il fallait (probablement pour ne pas depasser 80 km dans la journée), que ce soit chez Starbuck! Au total, une journée à 2, de 8h à 15h30, nous à couté 500$, moins de 100km parcourus, et seul le Volcan vallait le déplacement.

Response from Host, Jan 2022

Cher Víctor, merci beaucoup d'avoir pris le temps d'écrire vos observations. Merci beaucoup d'avance car vos commentaires nous aident à grandir et bien sûr à nous améliorer. Dès le moment de la réservation, j'ai pu apprécier leur mécontentement à l'égard du service des recommandations, en particulier envers Starbucks, qui est une ferme super mignonne d'ailleurs, et est la seule ferme de café de la région qui autorise les touristes. Le service offert n'a pas de services cachés, et notre politique 100% transparente, ce qui a été offert, a été donné. Encore une fois, nous apprécions que vous ayez acquis nos services et nous espérons vous revoir, salutations Jose Quiros