Finca la Puebla Organic Farm and Eco Retreat
Rating
Family of 4
USD 80-200+ depending on activities and whether you stay overnight
Duration
Half day to overnight
Best Ages
5-17
About
Finca la Puebla Organic Farm and Eco Retreat is a certified organic farm and family-friendly eco-tourism destination in the Pérez Zeledón region of San Jose Province, Costa Rica — one of the country's most biodiverse and scenic areas. With a 4.9-star Google rating, it's one of the highest-rated agritourism experiences near San Jose.
The farm is set in the cloud forest hills of southern Costa Rica, surrounded by rivers, bird-rich forest, and the agricultural landscapes of the General Valley. For families, this is the kind of place that changes how kids think about food, nature, and sustainability. Activities include organic farm tours where children can harvest vegetables, learn about composting and permaculture, observe the farm's water management systems, and understand what 'organic' actually means on a working farm.
Finca la Puebla is best approached as an overnight eco-retreat (1-2 nights) rather than a day trip, as the property is 3-4 hours south of San Jose city. The eco-retreat accommodations are comfortable and family-friendly, with meals made from farm-grown organic produce. It's an exceptional experience for school-age children interested in nature, food, and the environment.
Pack rubber boots, a rain jacket, and binoculars — the birding in this region is extraordinary.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Kid Meals
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Setting
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Dry season (December-April) for clearest weather; green season for lush landscape
Wait Times
Reservation required — book ahead for farm tours and eco-retreat stays
Nearby Food
Meals typically included in eco-retreat packages made from farm-grown organic produce. The Pérez Zeledón city of San Isidro de El General has restaurants nearby.
Why Kids Love It
Kids are amazed by a real certified organic farm in the Costa Rican cloud forest — harvesting vegetables, learning about permaculture, and staying in an eco-cabin surrounded by birdsong and mountain fog.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Finca la Puebla is in the Pérez Zeledón area (San Jose Province) — one of Costa Rica's most scenic regions, about 3-4 hours south of San Jose city.
- 4.9-star Google rating — an exceptional eco-tourism experience.
- This is an overnight destination, not a quick day trip from San Jose city — plan it as a dedicated 1-2 night experience.
What to Bring
- Rubber boots or waterproof trail shoes
- Rain jacket — the cloud forest gets wet year-round
- Binoculars for bird watching in the Pérez Zeledón valley
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
USD 80-200+ depending on activities and whether you stay overnight
Tips to Save
- Day visits are more affordable than overnight eco-retreat stays.
- Ask about family packages.
- Eating on the farm (organic meals made from farm produce) is part of the experience and typically included in stay packages.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Monday
- 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM