La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Wildlife Refuge Tour from San Jose
Overview
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7 hours
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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.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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 Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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. 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.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Buffet lunch
Professional guide
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
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Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
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La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Wildlife Refuge Tour from San Jose
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Reviews
285 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The park was beautiful but challenging.
F4502ADharrys,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a very nice trip the guide was great the weather was good and the park was beautiful and as expected. Take note: To see the complete park, water falls, and animal, hummingbirds bird and butterflies it takes 600 steps combined to go down and up though not all at once but some visitors will find it too much of a challenge. Overall I give it 2 thumbs up.
the return to the top is...
Curtis S,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00the return to the top is very very very steep and strenuous. The directions to return aren't very clear either.
An awesome tour and experience
ja573,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Roger was great, really knowledgeable, explained all in details and answered all questions. The visit at La Paz Waterfalls is an unique experience, you make contact with butterflies, toucans, frogs and much more. Our lunch was included a buffet with great options.
This tour was a great...
Blair B,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was a great experience! Our tour guide, Roger was very kind and passionate about allowing us to have a memorable experience. Before arriving to the waterfall, we made two stops along the way to get coffee and wine. Both places allowed us to also buy souvenirs. The lunch was SOOO GOOD! Very fresh and delicious. Toward the end of the trip, there was a lot of walking and climbing steps so keep that in mind when booking
This experience allows...
Kristina T,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience allows you to see a lot in a short period of time! Highly recommend it for anyone who loves animals.
Great Family Fun!
Natalie K,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Harlem was so wonderful and gave a great tour. We had lots of fun seeing all the animals and waterfalls!
Awesome Adventure
TONYA H,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Mauricio, was awesome. We had so much fun! The wildlife refuge was so much and the waterfalls were amazing!
Great day and beautiful sights! Highly recommend this tour.
Patrice U,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Quite a bit of stair walking, but it was beautiful. Great knowledgeable guide, and the driver was great.
Lots of Stairs but worth it!
Audrey W,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00We really enjoyed this tour and the views are breathtaking. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes.
Great!
Nomad37436118793,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time, my guide was very nice and I really appreciated him, although I am forgetting his name at the moment, all these other reviews I’m reading complaining about early start times or walking to much are in my opinion, sissies. I had a wonderful and memorable day
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