One-Day Getaway: Hacienda Starbucks and La Paz Waterfall Gardens

One-Day Getaway: Hacienda Alsacia and La Paz Waterfall Gardens

Discover the best of Costa Rican coffee and nature just minutes from San José. This one-day tour takes you first to Hacienda Alsacia, Starbucks’ coffee research farm, and then to the La Paz Wildlife Refuge, home to spectacular waterfalls and an animal sanctuary.

Brief Itinerary:

• Departure from San José via the Pan-American Highway toward Alajuela. Along the way, enjoy views of the Monument to Agriculture, the Monument to Juan Santamaría, and Mango Park. As you ascend, the landscape transforms with coffee plantations, fern farms, flowers, and strawberries.
• Visit to Hacienda Alsacia (90 minutes): tour the nursery, wet processing area, and drying patios, ending at the roastery. Learn how sustainable practices are promoted and how local coffee farmers are supported.
• Transfer to La Paz Waterfall Gardens (4 hours): explore trails surrounded by jungle, admire five impressive waterfalls, and wander through the sanctuary housing birds, big cats, amphibians, and monkeys. Immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s biodiversity and enjoy a buffet lunch included.

Includes:

· Comfortable, safe transportation from San José.

· 90-minute coffee tour at Hacienda Alsacia.

· Access and a four-hour visit to La Paz Waterfall Gardens.

· Bilingual local guide who will share insights into coffee and wildlife.

· Buffet lunch at the park’s restaurant.

Recommendations:

· Comfortable walking shoes.

· Lightweight clothing suitable for a tropical climate.

· Insect repellent.

Important Information:

· Be punctual to make the most of each activity.

· The terrain at La Paz is not accessible for guests with reduced mobility.

Cancellation Policy:

· Cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance are eligible for a refund.

· No-shows without prior notice are non-refundable.

Enjoy an unforgettable coffee and nature experience without straying from the capital!