La Paz Waterfall Gardens

Zoo Sarapiqui, Alajuela, Costa Rica

What to expect

La Paz Waterfall Gardens is a nature park and wildlife sanctuary featuring five waterfalls, hiking trails, and a variety of animals such as monkeys, hummingbirds, and snakes. It's a great place for families, with a petting zoo and ox cart, and is suitable for kids and adults alike

Plan your family visit to the La Paz Waterfall Gardens with these blog insights 👇

Costa Rica with Kids- Poas Volcao and La Paz Waterfall Gardens

This family's experience:

Activities: We spent the day at the gardens, visiting the aviary, the butterfly enclosure, and the waterfalls

Highlights: The kids enjoyed the animals and the hike to the waterfalls, and we enjoyed the peaceful surroundings ✨

Easy to Follow Costa Rica Family Itinerary (7, 10, 14 days)

This family's experience:

Activities: If you’d like another stop to get out of the car, you can stop at La Paz Waterfall Gardens. It’s just a short drive past Poás Volcano. This place is home to The Peace Lodge, an animal sanctuary, and 5 different waterfalls. If you don’t want this extra stop, don’t worry. You can actually view La Paz Waterfall right on the road. You just won’t get all the other cool waterfalls

Highlights: This place is home to The Peace Lodge, an animal sanctuary, and 5 different waterfalls ✨