Located just an hour from San José, La Paz Waterfall Gardens is the ultimate one-stop destination for those who want to see Costa Rica’s greatest hits in a single day. This 70-acre private sanctuary blends a lush cloud forest environment with a world-class rescue center. The park houses the largest animal sanctuary in the country. You can walk through an immense butterfly observatory, visit the hummingbird garden where 26 species buzz inches from your face, and see rescued jaguars, pumas, and monkeys. It’s a sensory overload—from the mist of the falls on your skin to the vibrant colors of scarlet macaws.
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Starting from $61
Experience the magic of the La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Costa Rica’s most famous nature sanctuary. Your journey takes you through lush cloud forests to five spectacular waterfalls and a world-class animal rescue center. Explore vibrant butterfly gardens and hummingbird sanctuaries, all led by expert guides who bring the jungle's secrets to life.
Price for an adult $61, kids $34.
Buffet Lunch (not included) available as well: $17 adults, $10 kids.
Important Information
A Five-Star Rainforest Lodge Experience
La Paz Waterfall Gardens Highlights:
- Five Waterfalls
- Cloud & Rainforest Trails
- Aviary with toucans, scarlet macaws, and more
- Sloth Habitat
- Insect Exhibits (live and dried)
- Butterfly Observatory
- Capuchin & Spider Monkeys
- Hummingbird Garden (26 species)
- Serpentarium (Snake Exhibit)
- Jaguars, Pumas, Ocelots, Margays
- Historical House Museum with petting zoo
- Ranarium (Frog Exhibit)
- Orchid Exhibit
- Trout Lake
