Poás Volcano Tour: Crater, Falls & Coffee

Experience the thrill of visiting the crater of Póas Volcano and explore the Alsacia coffee farm on this exciting trip from San José. Discover the natural beauty and rich geography of Costa Rica.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • San Jose - After collecting passengers from the hotels, the journey will proceed to Poás, a charming rural town renowned for its strawberry and dairy production. The trip offers scenic views of mountains and lush trees.
  • Doka Estate Costa Rica Coffee Tour & Plantation - Discover the history of coffee with a local guide at a genuine coffee…
What's Included
  • Coffee tasting
  • La Paz Waterfall
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • National Park Entrance
  • Coffee Tour in an authentic coffee farm
What's Not Included
  • Tips
  • Lunch
Additional Information

This full-day excursion takes travelers to the stunning region of Poás. The journey by bus will pass through scenic mountains and cattle farms, leading to the remarkable Poás Volcano.
Participants will enjoy a brief hike to the crater to admire its picturesque lagoon, keeping in mind that visibility is subject to the area’s natural weather conditions….

Location
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Avenida Central
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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K7345kkdaveg
Apr 14, 2026
Full Tour with knowledgeable guide - Really good day tour that covers a lot. We were unlucky with weather so couldn't see the volcano crater but the waterfall and coffee tour were excellent and our guide shared some photos and videos he'd taken last time the volcano erupted
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Lidia_p
Apr 4, 2026
Nice excursion - I would recommend this excursion. The only thing is that weather might not permit the volcano watch. We were lucky to have a nice view. The sky clear the intense fog for just a few minutes. Come prepared to do a long walk.
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C4057ircynthiab
Mar 14, 2026
Very professional tour of beautiful locations - I highly recommend this tour company. They have great communication from booking and throughout your tour. They have comfortable transportation with friendly and knowledgeable guides. We have had 2 other tour companies cancel or just not show up. I wish I had booked all of tours with Inside Tours.
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Csanchez1998
Mar 10, 2026
Luis was a great guide and patient with everyone. I had plenty of time at each stop to explore and take photos. - Great guide and tour had many stops for sightseeing. I was picked up in a timely manner and was able to get back to my hotel in the afternoon.
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Roger_b
Mar 8, 2026
Depending on cloud... - Depending on cloud conditions, you will not see the volcano or the lake. Not the tour company's fault!
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B2676tegustavos
Feb 19, 2026
Wonderful. - It was wonderful to visit this country and the experience with the agency was one of the best I had on the tour, and I want to highlight the attention and predisposition of the guide José!!!!!!! I noticed that he loves what he does and I accompany from that place all the way Thank you very much José
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Crisscer
Feb 18, 2026
A journey full of oxygen - Excellent tour, full of vegetation, beautiful views, lots of exercise by walking up and down stairs but a very complete and pleasant tour.
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V717putimothys
Feb 9, 2026
Nice, but may miss seeing the volcano. - Was notified after pickup that we wouldnt be attending LaPaz waterfall due to the road being out. Breakfast was not included in the price but was tasty. Poas volcano and the lagoon were not visible from the overlooks due to clouds. (I was told that it's usually hit or miss, but it is in a cloud forest so my experience may be the norm in certain seasons). The hike around the mountain was nice. Note: It takes a bit of stamina to complete due to the elevation change, but the trails are paved and grippy. The coffee plantation tour was excellent because of the tour guide. She provided complete multisensory experience answering all our questions about the process and product. Overall, its a nice way to spend a day around San Jose. Might try Irazu next.
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Bryan_m
Mar 3, 2026
The volcano is not always... - The volcano is not always clear. It will depend on how long you attend. It is advisable to wear clothes for cold weather and wind.
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R9597tzshirleyb
Feb 25, 2026
Hood day trip - Puck up good. 10 mins from our hotel easy to find, drop off good. A vote was taken and no lunch stop was made as we had a good breakfast on route paying ourselves. Good day out dry all day not sunny. Lots of information from guide on route. Sadly Costa Rica is having much more rain than normal. Lots of clouds around, could not see the crater at all or lagoon, but nice walk to it lots of information given. La Paz waterfall ok just a stop and look. Coffee plantation and process was good learnt a lot and saw whole process. Shame about the weather but that is not trips fault.
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From $105
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).