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Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
7.8 out of 10 with 28 reviews
7.8/10
28 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
Activity duration is 14 hours
14h
9.2 out of 10 with 45 reviews
9.2/10
45 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m
6.8 out of 10 with 7 reviews
6.8/10
7 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
6.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
6/10
6 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h+
7.6 out of 10 with 28 reviews
7.6/10
28 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Monkey Tour With Local Cuisine
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.8 out of 10 with 6 reviews
9.8/10
6 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
9.0 out of 10 with 12 reviews
9/10
12 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
8.8 out of 10 with 15 reviews
8.8/10
15 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Bar Crawl in City centre San Jose
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
7.8 out of 10 with 12 reviews
7.8/10
12 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner
Activity duration is 14 hours
14h
9.0 out of 10 with 22 reviews
9/10
22 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Adventure & outdoor
See all 25 activitiesAerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h+
7.6 out of 10 with 28 reviews
7.6/10
28 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner
Activity duration is 14 hours
14h
9.0 out of 10 with 22 reviews
9/10
22 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Hike to "Vuelta de Cañón" waterfall at the foot of Poas volcano.
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Waterfall at Tenorio Volcano and Sloth Watching Tour From San J...
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
6.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
6/10
3 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Night hike wildlife observation in Santa Elena Monteverde
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Costa Rica Waterfall Guided Adventure
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
One Person quad bike Driving in Costa Rica
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Full day Poas Volcano, Coffee tour and La Paz waterfalls from San Jose
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Side-by-Side Adventure Tour Mules and Quads in Guanacaste
Activity duration is 2 hours and 10 minutes
2h 10m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Shared quad bike Driving in Costa Rica
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Food, drink & nightlife
See all 23 activitiesFrom San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
6.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
6/10
6 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Bar Crawl in City centre San Jose
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
7.8 out of 10 with 12 reviews
7.8/10
12 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 32 reviews
10/10
32 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 38 reviews
10/10
38 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San Jose By Night tour Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.2 out of 10 with 19 reviews
9.2/10
19 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San José: Food Culture Tour with Cooking and Cocktail Class
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
10/10
4 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San Jose: Cacao & Chocolate Workshop
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San José: Sensational Bar Hopping
Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
4h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Explore San Jose on Foot: Small Group Food & Sightseeing Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
8.8 out of 10 with 25 reviews
8.8/10
25 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private & custom tours
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La Paz Waterfalls
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
8.4 out of 10 with 5 reviews
8.4/10
5 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San Jose : Private Custom Guided Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Hike to "Vuelta de Cañón" waterfall at the foot of Poas volcano.
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Poás Volcano and La Paz Falls Coffee Tour from San José
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Side-by-Side Adventure Tour Mules and Quads in Guanacaste
Activity duration is 2 hours and 10 minutes
2h 10m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Day Trip from San Jose to Sloths & other wildlife Rescue Centre
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Sarapiqui Frog Experience: Night Experience in the Jungle.
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Discover Costa Rica Waterfall from La Fortuna to San Jose
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
San José walking tour: History, Culture and Coffee tasting
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Between Wheels and Flavours of San José
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Water activities
See all 13 activitiesDay Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
7.8 out of 10 with 28 reviews
7.8/10
28 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
6.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
6/10
6 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Best Whitewater Rafting Sarapiqui River, Costa Rica, Class II-III
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Sarapiqui River Extreme White Water Rafting Class IV
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
8.8 out of 10 with 4 reviews
8.8/10
4 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rafting Sarapiqui River Class II-III Costa Rica
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Adventure Combo (Canopy Tour & Rafting) with Lunch From San Jose
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Whitewater Rafting Class II & III
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Hike at Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Braulio Carrillo
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Costa Rica Pura Vida Rafting Sarapiqui River Class III-IV
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private Rafting Adventure at Rio Sarapiqui
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
What to do in Vara Blanca
Popular places to visit
Barva Volcano
Enjoy the volcano viewpoints and explore Barva Volcano, a lovely green space in Vara Blanca. Savour the cosy cafes and top-notch restaurants while in town.
Frequently asked questions
Is Vara Blanca worth visiting?
Offering a mix of views and nature, there are many things to do in Vara Blanca. When you're here, head to Barva Volcano, a top attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Vara Blanca?
Kick your day off with a visit to Barva Volcano and Rara Avis Waterfall. Then, tour other areas of Vara Blanca for local dining and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Vara Blanca?
Don't go home without checking out Barva Volcano, ranked the top tourist attraction in Vara Blanca.
Is three days enough to stay in Vara Blanca?
Book a holiday in Vara Blanca for three days and you'll have plenty of time to tick off its major sights and experience the local vibe. For the chance to see highlights in nearby areas and venture off the tourist trail, consider staying for a week or more.
What are some activities to do in Vara Blanca with kids?
Deciding what to do in Vara Blanca with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're holidaying with teenagers or toddlers, there's no shortage of family-friendly activities to keep everyone happy here.
What to do in Vara Blanca for adults?
From tasty dishes and cultural highlights to outdoor adventures and unique experiences, there are loads of exciting things to do in Vara Blanca for adults.
Are there free things to do in Vara Blanca?
You don't need to spend a fortune to have a great holiday here. There are lots of cheap things to do in Vara Blanca for the traveller on a budget. Roam the parks, soak up the vibes at free events and festivals or ask a local tour guide for ideas.
