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Top 10 water & beach things to do in Jaco

Boats, beaches, and the parts of Jaco you only see from the water. Ferry rides, sunset cruises, snorkel runs, and the occasional sailing day for travellers who measure good cities by their coastline.

  1. 2 HRS Buggy Tour + Waterfalls in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos, Jaco1

    1. 2 HRS Buggy Tour + Waterfalls in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos

    5.0· 6 reviews· 2 hours

    Welcome to the best Jungle & River BUGGY ADVENTURE in Costa Rica, you will get the opportunity to drive your own all terrain buggy in Costa Rica, on this amazing adventure along jungle trails, following rivers and fun muddy dirt paths. Credit Card (Visa or Mastercard) Required for BUGGY Deposit Important Information: To secure your BUGGY reservation, a credit card (Visa or Mastercard) is necessary for the deposit. We will hold a minimum of $1,000 on your card per vehicle; this amount is fully refundable. Alternatively, you have the option to purchase insurance, the insurance fee is $100 per vehicle and is NOT refundable

  2. Taste of Costa Rica: Traditional Food Tour in Jaco, Jaco2

    2. Taste of Costa Rica: Traditional Food Tour in Jaco

    5.0· 304 reviews

    Embark on a delightful food tour, where you will deliberately engage in the rich local culture. Leisurely stroll through the charming streets of Jaco and explore traditional gastronomy in bars and restaurants. This experience presents a unique opportunity to gain profound insights into Costa Rican culture, delving into stories and anecdotes surrounding some of the region's most beloved and delectable traditional dishes. Amidst the captivating fusion of culture and natural landscapes at Jaco Beach, you will find yourself in a relaxing setting, creating the perfect ambiance for an enjoyable afternoon in the city.

  3. Jaco Beach Costa Rica Horseback Riding, Jaco3

    3. Jaco Beach Costa Rica Horseback Riding

    4.9· 447 reviews· 2 hours

    Not like other horse tours, in which the clients do not control the horse and it is pulled by a guide; In our tour, the clients are truly those who control the horse, thus being an unforgettable experience. Our horses are calm and special to take any type of client, with or without experience.We work to give an unforgettable experience and not just a simple tour. Our local guide is an experienced person in this kind of tours, more than 15 years of experience. Our trails are exclusive. An important fact, we are flexible to our client need. All our tours have the security implements to give you a safe and exciting experience.

  1. 3 Hour ATV + Waterfalls, Private Beach & Panoramic Ocean Views, Jaco4

    4. 3 Hour ATV + Waterfalls, Private Beach & Panoramic Ocean Views

    4.9· 67 reviews· 3 hours

    Jaco Beach 3 HOUR ATV ADVENTURE WITH WATERFALLS This is the best way to experience a real ATV adventure in Costa Rica, our ATV tour takes you off the beaten path and into the real rain forest and gives you the ability to really enjoy this unique adventure. Your bilingual guides will make sure you have a blast. IT IS VITALLY NECESSARY TO BRING A CREDIT CARD (VISA OR MASTER CARD) FOR THE ATV TOUR

  2. Ocean views Zip Line Canopy Tour in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos, Jaco5

    5. Ocean views Zip Line Canopy Tour in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos

    4.9· 122 reviews· 2 hours

    This tour is designed not only as an extreme adventure, but a way to enjoy nature without harming the environment. Our property boasts spectacular views of Herradura Bay and Island and the Nicoya Gulf. Within the property, you will see scarlet macaws, chestnut mandible toucans and whiteface monkeys in their natural environment. This property has 80 acres of land and 50% is protected by the government institution FONAFIFO. The adventure starts on a 15-minute ride aboard our specially designed tractor. Once we reach the top of the mountain, our bilingual guides will explain -step by step- all the safety procedures you must follow to enjoy your Zip Line adventure, we then descend to the bottom via a series of zip lines, including 12 platforms and 10 cables with a total cable distance of 3.5 kilometers, among them longest cable in the area (2400 ft.) at the end we will greet you with fresh tropical fruits and cool water.

  3. Monkey Crocodile Sloths and Beach Experience, Jaco6

    6. Monkey Crocodile Sloths and Beach Experience

    4.8· 127 reviews· 3.5 hours

    We will visit the sanctuary of the white-faced capuchin monkeys, the most intelligent species of monkeys in the new world. Our visit will be safe and informative for everyone, from children to adults. We’ll learn about their family organization, alphas, and betas, and how to calculate their age. During these tours people are not allowed to touch the animals, but animals if they feel comfortable allowed to touch people. They are still wild animals and we are not violating their habitat. We don't allowed to feed them as well We’ll then see the crocodiles of Rio Grande de Tarcoles and enjoy the local souvenir sale and a buffet-style restaurant. We can choose to admire the crocodiles from the bridge or take a boat tour for an extra $43. The boat tour lasts approximately 1:40 minutes and includes bird watching and a naturalist guide. We’ll then go to a hidden beach in Jaco to see the sloths. We’ll sit on chairs, have a table, and I’ll serve drinks and snacks.

  4. Hike 10 Waterfalls in Jacó, Jaco7

    7. Hike 10 Waterfalls in Jacó

    4.8· 62 reviews· 3 hours

    If you are looking for an original experience and culture with natural beauty and Costa Rica this is the experience you are looking for, We take you to Finca los Solís, a tropical jungle just 5 minutes from Jaco beach. We begin the experience at our meeting point where we hike Approximately 4.5 miles ( Round trip) in the middle of the Tropical forest, Let's look at a total of 10 waterfalls and 8 natural pools Then we will begin a walk of about 15 minutes where our guide will give you a talk about our medicinal plants used by the natives of Pueblo Nuevo las Monas, in addition to our Flora and fauna. The experience lasts approximately 2.5 to 3 hours depending on how long If you want to spend time in the waterfalls and natural pools, there are a total of 10 waterfalls and 8 natural pools at your disposal in which you can swim in them until you jump, for the most adventurous.

  5. Hike 10 waterfalls in Jaco lunch included, Jaco8

    8. Hike 10 waterfalls in Jaco lunch included

    4.8· 166 reviews· 3 hours

    If you are looking for an original experience and culture with a natural beauty and Costa Rica this is the experience you are looking for We take you to Finca los Solis, rainforest only about 5 minutes from jaco beach. We begin the experience at our meeting point where we will be tasting a delicious sugar cane juice to head to the waterfalls Until we reach the first waterfalls To then begin a hike through the middle of the jungle crossing rivers and ropes where we can observe the other waterfalls our guide will give you a talk about medicinal plants used by the natives of Pueblo Nuevo las Monas, in addition to our flora and fauna The experience lasts about 2.5 to 3 hours depending on how much time you want to spend in the waterfalls and the natural pools are a total of 10 waterfalls and 8 natural pools for your disposal in which you can swim in them until jumping for the most adventurous.

  6. Jungle Crocodile Safari and Bird Watching tour/Tarcoles River CR, Jaco9

    9. Jungle Crocodile Safari and Bird Watching tour/Tarcoles River CR

    4.8· 312 reviews· 2 hours

    On this two hours you'll explore Tarcoles River, gliding in a comfortable and safe boat as you learn about rich biodiversity of this region. You'll have a chance to see the magnificent, ancient reptiles that measure greater than 4 meters in length, and spot more than 50 bird species. This tour also includes , The dock is wheelchair accesible private parking facilities, and welcoming gardens.

  7. 4x4 Happy Jungle Booze Cruise, Jaco10

    10. 4x4 Happy Jungle Booze Cruise

    4.8· 124 reviews

    The Jungle Booze Cruise departs from the Adventure Tours Costa Rica office in Jaco, with local pickup included. For those staying in the nearby towns of Los Suenos or Playa Hermosa, transportation is conveniently available for a small additional fee. Once aboard our specialty 4x4 vehicle, your journey begins as we take off through the beautiful Costa Rican countryside, winding through rainforest roads and passing by a scenic river and picturesque farmlands. If accessible, we’ll make a quick pit stop at a local riverside bar where you can enjoy a refreshing dip in the warm waters of Rio Turrubares. From there, can head back to the trail and make our way further up the rainforest mountains.

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