La Paz Waterfall Gardens

Nature Park where we will walk on the truly spectacular trails that will lead us to Magia Blanca Falls (the largest and the most spectacular of the falls in the area). At the Park you will also witness the largest enclosed butterfly observatory in the world with a beautiful collection of tropical jewels. After a terrific lunch we will continue to Sarapiquí and on our way we come across the La Paz Waterfall, where we take some time to enjoy the splendid view. Less than a mile away we will encounter yet another waterfall surrounded by virgin forest, which becomes a great photo opportunity.
We can offer you two choices according to your preference or needs:

Short Tour
(1--1-1/2 hours) ( Distance 1 Kilometer - Downhill)
From the Welcome Center proceed down to the Butterfly Observatory (the largest in the world) where you will be able to walk among the colorful butterflies and flowers. A number of informational signs provide basic facts about several butterfly species from Costa Rica and their lifecycles. Make certain you stop at the laboratory and view the butterflies emerging from their pupa and our exhibits displaying them in various growth cycles. If your timing is right you will be able to release a newly emerged butterfly by hand. From there proceed up the trail to the Hummingbird Garden. At the Hummingbird Garden, the most species-diverse in the country, you can get up close and personal with our playful birds. Watch the territorial antics of the 16 different species known to frequent these gardens. Enter the forest at the trail by the Orchid Houses and proceed along the La Paz River towards Templo Waterfall (the beginning of the Trail of Falls). As you make your way down river you will be greeted by unique views of all the waterfalls from our viewing platforms. Slightly above Encantada fall is an exit trail that will take you to our shuttle bus pick-up area where you can catch a ride back to the Welcome Center and skip the walk back up.
Full Tour
(2-1/2 -- 3 hours) (Distance 3 Kilometers - Up and Downhill)
For the ultimate Waterfall Gardens experience visit the Hummingbird Garden first then proceed to the Butterfly Observatory. Enter the forest via the Fern Trail and make your way through the fern canyon to the beautiful Rio La Paz Trail, which will then connect with the Trail of Falls. If you are not inclined to hike back up you may use the exit trail to the shuttle bus stop.

5 Magnificent Waterfalls

Largest Enclosed Butterfly Observatory in the World

4 Kilometers of Paved Trails with Viewing Platforms

Hummingbird Garden

Orchid Garden

Gift Shop and Restaurant - Rated 4 Forks by the ICT!

Lunch, entrance fee, and roundtrip transportation Included.

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Contact Us

1-800-745-3135 (USA and CANADA TOLL FREE)
Costa Rica Phone : (506) 290-2878
Costa Rica Fax: (506) 290-2853
P.O.Box : 387-1200 PAVAS, Costa Rica