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Volcan Poas

37 KM North of San Jose, San Jose 2004, Costa Rica
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Ranked #5 of 34 attractions in San Jose
Type: Volcanos, National Parks
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Porthcawl, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

Excellent visit. Get early bus to Alluejla. then get 9.15 public bus to Poas Volcan. Bus stops at small souvenir shop, with yummy volcano strawberries. Pay national park fee. Short, easy watch up hillside. Bus returns at 2.30. Perfect day out

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Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
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4 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

Loved the views of the tarns, but wish we could have gotten closer. Still, for being the most visited stop in Costa Rica, it wasn't overcrowded at all!

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Heredia, Costa Rica
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80 reviews 80 reviews
35 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

This is a beautiful area to see, even if most days it is too foggy to see the volcano. We went on a sunny day and it was impressive. The attendant facility are well maintained and it is handicapped accessible. If you don't get to see it the first time try again, it it well worth it.

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

It is recommended to go early in the morning as the cloudy smoke and steam often obscure the view in the afternoon. We arrived at 9.00 and found we couldn't see anything. Luckily after a short walk, we returned and were able to enjoy the absolutely spectacular vistas.

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Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
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14 attraction reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

The volcano Poas is very interesting thing to see, if you have time you should definitely go and see that. We had luck, because its usualy very foggy over there so you can't see too much. When we arrived the fog cover all the place, but in a half an hour wait, the view was tremendous. I definitely recommend this... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

The park is a mini version of CR's mountains: a fantastic volcano, lovely paths with wildlife and flowers, waterfalls and assorted small exhibits. It is a lovely place to spend the day (with your family) and have lunch.

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boston, ma usa
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12 attraction reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

no pint in going if it is cloudy. you'll hike up to the top to get a great view of........a cloud. On clear days though, well worth it

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Tualatin, Oregon
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

Really awesome views, short hike up to the scenic area. You don't want to stay too long, the sulfurous gases emitted may give you a headache.

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Portland, Oregon
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

The park is simple and great for a day walk. It does not have long hikes but it shows a great portion of the flora and fauna of the area with beautiful views of the crater and the lagoon. The well developed trails make it a perfect family outing. The trails are mostly paved with natural rock and the trees... More

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Duncan, Ok
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

I have visited Poas Volcano twice now on my trips to Costa Rica. I love the park, the weather, the natural beauty. The park is well designed with a pleasant layout and easily accessed amenities. My only recommendation is that you visit the park in the morning, especially if you go around the rainy season, as the cloud cover makes... More

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