Top Jaco Day Trips

Whether you're looking to relax or enjoy something more active, this full-day catamaran excursion to Tortuga Island from Jacó will accomplish your goals. The island has some of the most pristine beaches in Costa Rica, ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Make use of the hot tub on board and take a fun banana boat ride if you wish. It is an ideal fun day for couples and groups of friends.

A guided tour enriches your experience in Manuel Antonio National Park by providing information about the park’s plant and animal life and expert navigation between the park and your regional hotel. Plus, this tour offers a stress-free way to visit one of Costa Rica’s must-see destinations in just one day.

Spend a day exploring Manuel Antonio National Park with a local guide with this group tour from Jaco. You'll hike for around two miles, stopping along the way for swimming at a local beach. Expect to see plenty of wildlife along the way, including tropical birds and maybe even monkeys and sloths.

Discover the natural delights of Manuel Antonio National Park on this day tour from Jaco. One of Costa Rica's most-visited parks, Manuel Antonio is known for its white-sand beaches, diversity of wildlife, and mangroves and other vegetation. Look for monkeys, sloths, birds, and more on this small peninsula. Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Visit Carara National Park on this 6-hour tour from Jaco. Nature lovers will delight in the variety of Costa Rican wildlife in the park, including the scarlet macaw. Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

At the end of a fantastic vacation in Costa Rica, the last thing you need is to deal with chaotic or late taxi drivers. Pre-book this private shuttle from Jaco Beach to San Jose or the airport to simplify things. Your driver will meet you in your hotel lobby and take you to your destination. All you need to do is sit back and relax.

Combine hiking, waterfall swimming, and local cuisine with this tour in Las Monas Rainforest. You'll spend time learning about local plant life and cooling off in waterfall pools, with the option to jump from the top of some of the falls if you dare. You'll then head out to La Casita del Sabor for a local meal before returning to your hotel.

Go horseback riding, ziplining, waterfall rappelling, and ATV-ing on this adventure-filled all-day guided tour in the Jaco Jungle. Saddle up on a Costa Rican stepping horse and ride past giant trees, monkeys, and nesting macaws. Then, learn how to rappel down a waterfall before ziplining through the rainforest setting. Finish the day with an afternoon ATV ride. A Costa Rican lunch is also included.

Simplify your arrival in (or departure from) Costa Rica with this handy private transfer from San Jose Airport to your destination in Jaco. Instead of wasting time waiting for taxis or buses when you’re carrying luggage and tired from your trip, just look out for your driver in the arrivals area and hop on board a comfortable private shuttle bus.

Discover the beauty and diversity of Costa Rica’s rain forest with a combo tour at a private ecotourism reserve. Observe canopy wildlife and soak up spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean on a leisurely aerial tram ride, and then get your blood pumping as you soar across the jungle on 10 exhilarating ziplines. Enjoy a guided nature hike through the rain forest, and wrap up your 2.5-hour tour with a visit to a serpentarium and medicinal garden. The tour includes round-trip transport from your Jaco hotel.

Ride along one of Costa Rica's beautiful beaches during a horseback riding tour at a secluded coastal ranch near Jaco. All experience levels are welcome, as professional cowboy guides give beginners the instruction they need and let more advanced riders cut loose and trot, gallop, and ride in the surf. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure to best suit your schedule and enjoy a delicious drink after your tour.

Set off on a leisurely horseback ride along the beach in Esterillos Este, Costa Rica. This small-group tour is a great way to admire the beautiful coastal scenery of Costa Rica. Ride through jungles and admire the local flora and fauna including almond trees, toucans, and sloths until you reach the Esterillos Este Beach on the Pacific Ocean.

On this Jaco off-road ATV tour, it’s all about the journey—and the destinations. Take a thrilling ride through rugged mountain terrain en route to a vista point and two waterfalls, one of which has a 15-foot (4.5-meter) jump to try (if you dare). Be sure to bring a swimsuit to refresh yourself in the natural pool either way.

Experience the Costa Rican jungle from an exciting perspective on this private ATV tour. Traverse rivers, beaches, jungle paths, and muddy trails in the Jaco Beach area, and learn about your surroundings from your dedicated guide. Enjoy photo stops and a chance to relax on the beach for a bit before concluding the experience.

Explore the largest mangrove ecosystem in Central America on this Damas Island boat tour from Jaco. Venture into the diverse landscapes and hidden natural wonders of this incredible destination and see indigenous wildlife, birds, reptiles and fish from the comfort of your boat.

See the best of Jaco without having to plan or arrange transport yourself on a sightseeing tour that covers top natural attractions such as Carara National Park and Playa Blanca. Exploring with a guide heightens your chances of spotting rare flora and fauna, while a river cruise beneath the Tarcoles Bridge lets you admire the area from a new perspective.

Costa Rica’s famous wilderness can’t be seen from the side of the road. Get off the beaten track to access little-known waterfalls, patches of rain forest, tropical beaches, and more on this 6-hour ATV tour from central Jaco, which includes select commentary from your guide for adventurous sightseeing.

Escape the beach for a jungle adventure on this full-day tour from Jaco. Explore off-the-beaten-track in a 4x4, stopping along the way to marvel at waterfalls, trek through the rainforest, and cool off in natural swimming holes. Lunch is included.

Explore Costa Rica’s most beautiful and popular destination, on this Arenal Volcano Combo Trip from Jaco. Swim at the refreshing waters of La Fortuna Waterfall and admire the lush rainforest that surrounds this natural wonder. Hike on lava trails at the base of Arenal Volcano and get the best views of this beautiful conic-shaped mountain on clear days. Towards the end of your tour, relax in the thermal mineral waters of Paradise Hot Springs and Gardens, a truly relaxing experience at the foothills of Arenal Volcano.

Navigate the trails of Manuel Antonio National Park on this incredible hiking tour from Jaco. Wander the rugged terrain of the park's scenic peninsula, stroll on beautiful beaches and explore tropical rainforest and stunning coastlines. This tour is ideal for active outdoorsmen who want to experience the beauty of Costa Rica's diverse landscapes and incredible wildlife. 

Spend a full day exploring the beauty of the Gulf of Nicoya on Isla Tortuga, starting in Jaco. First stop at the Tarcoles River and watch the crocodiles from the bridge, then have a safety speech, and hop on a boat to the island. On the way visit Negritos Island to see spider monkeys and dolphins, then to the Nicoya stone arch for photos, and on to snorkel and have lunch.

Getting off the beaten track is even more fun on this rain forest booze cruise from Jaco. Rumble through untouched forest and traditional towns far from tourist zones on board a rugged safari vehicle, all while enjoying an included case of beer and shot of Costa Rican moonshine.

Certified tour guides and very knowledgeable, gentle and friendly, it’s going to be fun and educational at the time, we allow swimming at this gorgeous beach probably the nicest of Costa Rica. Our lunch is not only an inclusion but a gastro experience itself. Our fleet are new vans and microbuses fully comfortable with wifi and other amenities. We are flexible with stops on the way for photo opt, explore towns or so.

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