Map, Directions and Taxi Info

From the Airport Area or San José going through Alajuela
Take the Panamerican Highway towards the International Airport and take the Alajuela exit. Continue straight on this road for 12 miles following the signs for Poás Volcano. At the dead end three way intersection take a right. Proceed for one mile to the town of Poasito and make another right at the intersection where it says Heredia – Vara Blanca – Sarapiquí. Make a left at the gas station at Vara Blanca and proceed for 3 miles. Waterfall Gardens is on the left.

From Downtown San José through Heredia
Take the main road into Heredia passing the National University and follow the signs for the town of Barva. Upon reaching Barva follow the signs for the Poás Volcano – Vara Blanca – Sarapiquí. Proceed 25 miles following the signs for Poás Volcano until you reach the town of Vara Blanca. At the gas staion make a right towards Sarapiquí and continue on this road for 3 miles until you see Waterfall Gardens on your left.

Taxi Information

Taxi Service to La Paz Waterfall Gardens from the Airport
As you exit the terminal, there is a taxi booth directly outside. Tell the dispatcher you would like transportation to La Paz Waterfall Gardens. You will pay the dispatcher and obtain a receipt, which you will give to the taxi driver. The fixed price for transportation is $50 for a regular size taxi and $80 for a van.

Taxi Service to La Paz Waterfall Gardens from San José
You will probably have to negotiate with the taxi drivers in San José for the best possible fare to La Paz Waterfall Gardens. In general, the fare should range from $50 to $60.

All taxi drivers accept U.S. dollars, but might have to give you change in colones.