The day, in short
The road climbs from coffee farms to fern forest and finally to bare volcanic ground at the summit of Irazú, where a lookout faces the crater and its green lagoon.
We come down through Cartago to visit the Basilica of the Virgin of the Angels and are back in San José early in the afternoon.
Highlights
- Pickup at your hotel in San José
- Crater lookout and green lagoon
- Views of both oceans on clear days
- Basilica of the Virgin of the Angels
Gallery
Your day, step by step
- Pickup at your hotel in San José
- Drive up to the summit of Irazú
- Time at the crater lookout
- Stop at the Basilica in Cartago
- Back at your hotel early afternoon
What's included
Included
- Transportation
- Bilingual guide, English and Spanish
- Irazú Volcano National Park entrance
Not included
- 13% sales tax
- Meals
What to bring
Good to know
Can I cancel?
Yes. Cancel 48 hours or more before the tour and we refund 90%. Later cancellations and no-shows are not refundable.
Where do you pick us up?
At your hotel in San José and the surrounding area. After booking we confirm the exact pickup time by WhatsApp.
Do kids pay less?
Yes. 25% off for children 3 to 10. Babies up to 2 pay a seat fee.
How do I pay?
By card, right here, through a secure checkout. Your spot is confirmed and the receipt arrives by email.
I am a travel agency. Can I book for my clients?
Yes, through the agency portal: your net rate, bookings on credit, vouchers in your name and a monthly statement. Ask us for access.
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