Poas Volcano Half Day. Private Tour
- Free cancellation
- Hotel pickup
- Wheelchair accessible
About this experience
Your breath-taking adventure begins with a private pickup from your hotel and a relaxing drive through the wonderful Costa Rican countryside on an air-conditioned transportation and recent model deluxe vehicle or mini bus. You will be heading to Alajuela Province and then the Volcano, about 90-minute drive from San Jose.
On the way, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the countryside with multiple Dairy Farms, Coffee Plantations, Tropical Flowers Nurseries, Strawberries Plantations, Cheese Factories, picturesque souvenir stores and small local vendors.
Once at the National Park, a short nature walk will take you right to the edge of the crater, where you can enjoy the beauty of the whole crater and its activity.
After the park visit, we will include short stops at different local attractions such as souvenir stores, dairy farms and small restaurants. On the way, a stop at a coffee plantation is included.
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What’s included
- Food and drinks
- Bottled water
- Exclusive private deluxe transportation just for you
- Visit to a coffee plantation
- Poas Volcano entrance fee
- Countryside sightseeing
- Professional private tour guide
Itinerary
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The Poás Volcano, is an active 2,708-metre stratovolcano in central Costa Rica and is located within Poas Volcano National Park. It has erupted 40 times since 1828, including April 2017 when visitors and residents were evacuated. It is active and has one of the largest craters in the world. Know this colossus without traveling long distances. Not only has one of the largest craters in the world, but is located in the forests of Central Mountain Range, which boasts magnificent natural landscapes: this is the Poas Volcano National Park. Being located in the province of Alajuela, it offers visitors easy access from major cities of the country. This place lets you explore its attractions through a network of trails, especially in a cold climate tempered by a faint drizzle that most of the year is imposed.
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Alajuela is a province of Costa Rica located just besides the Capital City San Jose. It is the province where is located the international airport. The province offer many touristy attractions, including volcanoes, waterfalls, coffee plantations, dairy farms and more.
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Guided tour in English and Spanish
- Start times
- 07:00
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller / pram accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Passport required
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- We pick up at all hotels in San Jose area. If your hotel is not listed please send hotel name and address
- Bring a raincoat, poncho or umbrella in case of rain.
- Confortable walking shoes like tennis shoes (no sandals please)
- Mosquito repellent
- Sweeter or Jacket
- Hat
- Money for extra expenses
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts.
- 1 day or more before: full refund
- Less than 1 day before: no refund
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 5 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts. 1 day or more before: full refund · Less than 1 day before: no refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English and Spanish
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes — hotel pickup is included.
Is this experience wheelchair accessible?
Yes — the supplier lists this experience as wheelchair accessible.
From AED 369 per person (10–15 travelers)
