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Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
8.6 out of 10 with 44 reviews
8.6/10
44 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
Activity duration is 14 hours
14h
9.4 out of 10 with 186 reviews
9.4/10
186 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m
9.4 out of 10 with 81 reviews
9.4/10
81 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h+
8.2 out of 10 with 31 reviews
8.2/10
31 verified 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
7.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
7/10
14 verified 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
9.4 out of 10 with 287 reviews
9.4/10
287 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.2 out of 10 with 58 reviews
9.2/10
58 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Monkey Tour With Local Cuisine
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.6 out of 10 with 58 reviews
9.6/10
58 Viator 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
9.8 out of 10 with 188 reviews
9.8/10
188 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Exper...
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
9.8 out of 10 with 337 reviews
9.8/10
337 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Food, drink & nightlife
See all 36 activitiesFrom San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
7.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
7/10
14 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Exper...
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
9.8 out of 10 with 337 reviews
9.8/10
337 Viator 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
9.8 out of 10 with 853 reviews
9.8/10
853 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.0 out of 10 with 21 reviews
9/10
21 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.8 out of 10 with 264 reviews
9.8/10
264 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Sarapiqui River Rafting
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
7.4 out of 10 with 3 reviews
7.4/10
3 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.6 out of 10 with 54 reviews
9.6/10
54 Viator reviews
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
San José: Food Culture Tour with Dinner and Cocktail Class
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.8 out of 10 with 42 reviews
9.8/10
42 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Doka Hiking Trail
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private & custom tours
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La Paz Waterfalls
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
9.2 out of 10 with 17 reviews
9.2/10
17 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Day Trip from San Jose to Sloths & other wildlife Rescue Center
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.4 out of 10 with 26 reviews
9.4/10
26 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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San Jose : Private Custom Guided Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
9.2 out of 10 with 14 reviews
9.2/10
14 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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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*
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San José walking tour: History, Culture and Coffee tasting
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Coffee Tour with Poás Volcano and La Paz Waterfalls from San José
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Poás Volcano, Cafe Doka and Peace Falls Day Tour
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Volcan Poas: Volcan Poas National Park Flora & Fauna Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Sarapiqui Frog Experience: Night Experience in the Jungle.
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Cultural and Culinary Journey Through San José, Costa Rica
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Cruises & boat tours
See all 10 activitiesDay Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
8.6 out of 10 with 44 reviews
8.6/10
44 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m
9.4 out of 10 with 81 reviews
9.4/10
81 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rafting Sarapiqui River Class II-III Costa Rica
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
10/10
6 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Peninsula of Life Natural Experience with Humpback Whales
Activity duration is 15 hours
15h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rafting Adventure at Rio Sarapiqui
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private Rafting in the Sarapiqui River
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Best Whitewater Rafting Sarapiqui River, Costa Rica, Class II-III
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.6 out of 10 with 24 reviews
9.6/10
24 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Best Whitewater Rafting Sarapiqui River, Costa Rica, Class III-IV
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 13 reviews
10/10
13 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Costa Rica Pura Vida Rafting Sarapiqui River Class III-IV
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Ocean Yacht (48 ft) 8-Hour Fun at the Ocean & BBQ at the Beach
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
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Classes & workshops
See all 7 activitiesAlajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.0 out of 10 with 21 reviews
9/10
21 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.8 out of 10 with 264 reviews
9.8/10
264 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San José
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.8 out of 10 with 60 reviews
9.8/10
60 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Britt Coffee Tour From San Jose
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
10/10
4 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Costa Rica Coffee Tasting Experience
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San Jose: Cacao & Chocolate Workshop
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
9.8 out of 10 with 26 reviews
9.8/10
26 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San José: Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop, Desserts, Tea, and Certificate
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
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.