La Paz Waterfall Gardens: Costa Rica's Top Ecological Attraction

Embark on a thrilling day trip from San Jose to La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Costa Rica’s top ecological attraction. Explore stunning waterfalls, a wildlife sanctuary, and educational programs.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • La Paz Waterfall Gardens - 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.\n\nTake a moderate-intensity…
What's Included
  • Skip-the-line access
  • Transport in an air-conditioned minivan
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch included
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges included
  • Personalized experience with a driver/guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

La Paz Waterfall Gardens is Costa Rica’s most frequently visited private ecological site and boasts the best hiking trails near San Jose, as well as the country’s renowned waterfalls including the famed La Paz Waterfall. This wildlife sanctuary and private reserve is home to over 100 animal species and hosts various environmental education programs. It…

Location
La Paz Waterfall Gardens
Cancellation Policy

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

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Annschumacher2000
Feb 25, 2025
Seeing the natural gifts of Costa Rica! - A great introduction to Costa Rica’s natural gifts! There were just 4 of us in a minibus with Edgar, our competent and knowledgeable guide, who made the trip so interesting! Seeing the waterfall, the rescued birds and animals and the natural environment were the highlights! The buffet lunch was also great!
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Helen_l
Feb 21, 2025
Fantastic tour - This was an amazing tour. The tour guide was excellent. She was friendly and full of knowledge. I would recommend it to anyone who visits Costa Rica
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23texas
Feb 10, 2025
Feb visit - Very informative guide with enthusiasm for the park, wildlife and geography of the country. Park is exceptionally well set up and maintained. Lots of walking and steps but most people can handle it. Waterfalls were impressive
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Patricia_d
Feb 4, 2025
I loved this experience. ... - 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 lunch was excellent.
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Navigator274213
Dec 17, 2024
Great experience. - Wonderful to see these animals up close and personal and to hear their unique stories of rescue. And the waterfalls? Magnificent!
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Luisana_r
Dec 3, 2024
Magical place - If you're visiting Costa Rica for the first time and aren't sure where to start, I **highly recommend** the La Paz Waterfall Gardens Wildlife Refuge. It's hard to fully capture the beauty and magic of this place—it truly lives up to all the hype. I'm not usually one to write reviews, but my experience here was so unforgettable that I felt compelled to share it. If you you are a nature and animal lover, this is the place. And did I mention you'll get to see sloths up close? Honestly, what more could you ask for? Our driver, Daniel, and our guide, Arlene, were absolutely fantastic—friendly, attentive, and made sure my friend and I felt comfortable throughout the entire experience. A few tips: definitely wear comfortable walking shoes, especially if you plan to visit the waterfall viewpoints. There are quite a few stairs and some uphill stretches, so be prepared for a bit of a workout! Given the frequent rain, I’d also recommend packing a poncho or rain jacket just in case. The lunch was a delicious buffet with plenty of tasty options to choose from. Overall, I’d give this experience a solid 10/10. It was an unforgettable day filled with positive energy from start to finish. If you’re looking for a unique, memorable experience in Costa Rica, don’t miss this place!
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Danirae_s
Jul 22, 2024
Awesome! - This was an amazing tour!! I learned so much about Costa Rica and the efforts being made to preserve the wildlife. The guide was fun and engaging. Had a great time!!!
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Eas1229
Jul 20, 2024
Beautiful waterfalls - Great day. The animal sanctuary was cool and the waterfalls were beautiful. Our tour guide was awesome. Lunch was delicious. Lots of stairs
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Marcia_n
May 22, 2024
Incredible Day Trip from San Jose - This was a perfect day tour from San Jose. Glad we saw all the animals, especially sloths up close. Just be sure you will be able to handle all the 500 or so steps for the waterfall trail. So pretty and serene. Buffet food was good and a lot of variety. Gerry our guide was fantastic, giving us many insights about life in Costa Rica. Pura Vida!
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Jennifercx6917ak
Jun 18, 2024
Beautiful - BEAUTIFUL. The refuge is amazing. Worth the trip. It is physical. Wouldn’t recommend to person with mobility issues. Lunch was good.
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