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Vara Blanca

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A vacation in Vara Blanca, located in the heart of Costa Rica, offers excellent access to a number of attractions across the area. Just 32 km (20 mi) from the international airport in San Juan, the village sits between two volcanoes--it's also just a stone's throw from the popular La Paz Waterfall Gardens. Exploring the surrounding rainforest, admiring the famous waterfalls, and trekking up the nearby volcanoes remain top activities for those on holiday in Vara Blanca. Vara Blanca is in Province of Alajuela. Take the guesswork out of planning a Costa Rica vacation by using our trip itinerary maker.
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Top Vara Blanca tours
La Paz Waterfall Garden Tour from San Jose BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $98
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Duration: 7 hours
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Cinco Ceibas Rainforest Reserve and Adventure Park from San Jose BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $125
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Combo Tour Poás Volcano -Doka Coffee Plantation and La Paz Waterfall Gardens BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $137
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Duration: 10 hours
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Popular things to do in Vara Blanca

Jardins da Cachoeira de La Paz
4.4
Duration: 4​h

Side trips from Vara Blanca

Poas Volcano
Poas Volcano National Park
4.1
Duration: 3​h 30​min
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Tirimbina Biological Reserve
La Virgen
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Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Orosi River Valley ( El Valle del Rio Orosi )
Province of Cartago
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Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Dave & Dave's Costa Rica Nature Park
La Virgen
4.6
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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