Things to do in Vara Blanca
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Tours & day trips
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Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
8.4 out of 10 with 51 reviews
8.4/10
51 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
Activity duration is 14 hours
14h
9.4 out of 10 with 202 reviews
9.4/10
202 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Braulio Carrillo National Park Aerial Tram Experience Pass
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h+
8.0 out of 10 with 33 reviews
8/10
33 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m
9.4 out of 10 with 81 reviews
9.4/10
81 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
7.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
7/10
14 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.2 out of 10 with 59 reviews
9.2/10
59 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Exper...
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.8 out of 10 with 337 reviews
9.8/10
337 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
9.8 out of 10 with 188 reviews
9.8/10
188 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.8 out of 10 with 566 reviews
9.8/10
566 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner
Activity duration is 14 hours
14h
9.4 out of 10 with 292 reviews
9.4/10
292 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Adventure & outdoor
See all 38 activitiesBraulio Carrillo National Park Aerial Tram Experience Pass
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h+
8.0 out of 10 with 33 reviews
8/10
33 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner
Activity duration is 14 hours
14h
9.4 out of 10 with 292 reviews
9.4/10
292 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Costa Rica Waterfall Guided Adventure
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
9.2 out of 10 with 10 reviews
9.2/10
10 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Waterfall at Tenorio Volcano and Sloth Watching Tour From San J...
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
9.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
9/10
14 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Solo quad bike Adventure Poas Views + Local Dairy Farm Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 verified review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller
Peninsula of Life Natural Experience with Humpback Whales
Activity duration is 15 hours
15h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Doka Hiking Trail
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Costa Rica Canyon Waterfall Bajos del Toro
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Waterfall Bajos del Toro Hiking Experience
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
One Person quad bike Driving in Costa Rica
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private & custom tours
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La Paz Waterfalls
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
9.2 out of 10 with 17 reviews
9.2/10
17 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Day Trip from San Jose to Sloths & other wildlife Rescue Centre
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.4 out of 10 with 26 reviews
9.4/10
26 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
San Jose : Private Custom Guided Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
9.2 out of 10 with 14 reviews
9.2/10
14 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Private Full Day Jurassic Adventure with Waterfall & Dry Slide
Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes
10h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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San José Photoshoot Experience
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
San José walking tour: History, Culture and Coffee tasting
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private Blue Falls Tour from San José – Hidden Waterfall Escape
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Side-by-Side Adventure Tour Mules and Quads in Guanacaste
Activity duration is 2 hours and 10 minutes
2h 10m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Ultimate Blue Falls Canyoning Adventure: 3 Rappels & Hidden Pools
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Poás Volcano, Cafe Doka and Peace Falls Day Tour
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Wildlife & nature
See all 11 activitiesDay Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
8.4 out of 10 with 51 reviews
8.4/10
51 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Braulio Carrillo National Park Aerial Tram Experience Pass
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h+
8.0 out of 10 with 33 reviews
8/10
33 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Monkey Tour With Local Cuisine
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.6 out of 10 with 58 reviews
9.6/10
58 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Sarapiquí: Rainforest Night Walk with Wildlife Guide
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
10/10
4 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rainforest Aerial Tram From San José
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
6.0 out of 10 with 1 review
6/10
1 verified review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rainforest Day Experience Day Tour in Costa Rica
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Hormigas Town Ant Experience
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Volcan Poas: Volcan Poas National Park Flora & Fauna Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
River Boat Expedition & Rainforest walk. Private Tour
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Tortuguero: Three Days & Two Nights All Included Tortuguero
Activity duration is 3 days
3d
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Classes & workshops
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Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.0 out of 10 with 22 reviews
9/10
22 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.8 out of 10 with 264 reviews
9.8/10
264 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San José
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.8 out of 10 with 60 reviews
9.8/10
60 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San Jose: Cacao & Chocolate Workshop
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
9.8 out of 10 with 29 reviews
9.8/10
29 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Britt Coffee Tour From San Jose
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
10/10
4 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Costa Rica Coffee Tasting Experience
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San Jose: Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop, Desserts, Tea, and Certificate
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San José Market-to-Table Tour: Cooking Class with a Local Chef
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
San José Market Table Tour: Cooking Class with a Local Chef
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
What to do in Vara Blanca
Frequently asked questions
Is Vara Blanca worth visiting?
Offering a mix of views and nature, there are many things to do in Vara Blanca. When you're here, head to Barva Volcano, a top attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Vara Blanca?
Kick your day off with a visit to Barva Volcano and Rara Avis Waterfall. Then, tour other areas of Vara Blanca for local dining and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Vara Blanca?
Don't go home without checking out Barva Volcano, ranked the top tourist attraction in Vara Blanca.
Is three days enough to stay in Vara Blanca?
Book a holiday in Vara Blanca for three days and you'll have plenty of time to tick off its major sights and experience the local vibe. For the chance to see highlights in nearby areas and venture off the tourist trail, consider staying for a week or more.
What are some activities to do in Vara Blanca with kids?
Deciding what to do in Vara Blanca with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're holidaying with teenagers or toddlers, there's no shortage of family-friendly activities to keep everyone happy here.
What to do in Vara Blanca for adults?
From tasty dishes and cultural highlights to outdoor adventures and unique experiences, there are loads of exciting things to do in Vara Blanca for adults.
Are there free things to do in Vara Blanca?
You don't need to spend a fortune to have a great holiday here. There are lots of cheap things to do in Vara Blanca for the traveller on a budget. Roam the parks, soak up the vibes at free events and festivals or ask a local tour guide for ideas.
