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Poás Volcano and Starbucks Coffee Tasting Semi Private Tour

★ 5.0 (2 reviews) · By Aura Tours Costa Rica

Visit Poás Volcano's massive crater and stop at Starbucks' Hacienda Alsacia coffee farm for an included coffee tasting. Includes an expert guide and transport from San José. Perfect for nature and coffee lovers.
Discover Costa Rica's most iconic natural wonder and world-class coffee culture in one unforgettable day. Journey from San José to Poás Volcano National Park, home to one of Earth's largest active volcanic craters at 2,708 meters above sea level.
Begin your journey venturing into the mystical cloud forest, where trails lead to breathtaking viewpoints of the turquoise acidic lagoon and steaming fumaroles. Visit serene Botos Lagoon, a pristine crater lake surrounded by lush vegetation.
Your expert bilingual guide shares fascinating insights about volcanic geology, coffee cultivation, and local biodiversity throughout the journey. With comfortable round-trip transportation and small group sizes, this tour perfectly balances adventure, education, and authentic Costa Rican culture.

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Duration 6 hours

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Live tour guide

English, Spanish

Key facts

Duration 6 hours
Languages English, Spanish
Group size Up to 8
Ages Adult 0–99
Accessibility Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What's included

Included

  • Bottled water
  • Coffee tasting at Hacienda Alsacia (Starbucks) visitor center (three-roast tasting)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Poás Volcano National Park entrance included. Entrance to Hacienda Alsacia (Starbucks) Coffee Farm is free (no admission fee) — this is where the coffee tasting takes place.

Not included

  • available at local soda upon request for an additional fee
  • Access and coffee tasting included. Optional in-depth Hacienda Alsacia guided tour, paid on-site: Adults $36; Seniors/Students w/ID $31; Starbucks Partners w/ID $26; Children 6 and under free.

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    Semi Private Poás Volcano & Starbucks Coffee Farm Visit Poás Volcano's massive crater and Starbucks' only coffee farm. Discover Costa Rica's most iconic natural wonder and world-class coffee culture in one unforgettable day. Journey from San José to Poás Volcano National Park, home to one of Earth's largest active volcanic craters at 2,708 meters above sea level. Begin your journey venturing into the mystical cloud forest, where trails lead to breathtaking viewpoints of the turquoise acidic lagoon and steaming fumaroles. Visit serene Botos Lagoon, a pristine crater lake surrounded by lush vegetation.

    2 hours
  2. Stop 2

    Next, visit Hacienda Alsacia, Starbucks' first and only commercial coffee farm. Stroll through the scenic grounds and enjoy a premium coffee experience (included in your tour) - choose from freshly brewed options such Americano, Cappuccino, Latte, or other specialty coffees. Soak in panoramic mountain views while your guide shares the story of Costa Rican coffee. Please note that the internal guided farm tour offered by Hacienda Alsacia must be booked and paid separately directly with the property.

    1 hour

Meeting point & pickup

Hotel pickup included for all travelers

Your private driver-guide will arrive at your hotel lobby or accommodation entrance in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle displaying sign with your name. We will contact you via WhatsApp the day before the tour to confirm your exact pickup time and share the vehicle and driver details. Pickup is included for hotels and accommodations in the San José, Escazú, Santa Ana, Heredia, and Alajuela areas.

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How to get there

Pickup is available from 216 listed hotels. Exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.

Cancellation & confirmation

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  • 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
  • 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before

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Adult Age 0–99
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