Top Jaco Half-day Tours

Discover the magic of a dream Island, Tortuga Island. It is located in the Gulf of Nicoya, 12 nautical miles from Puntarenas, Tortuga Island (called Tolinga by the indigenous people) has an area of 120 hectares and remains a protected forest; which, has enjoyed the Ecological Blue Flag for more than five years. This distinction is given to beaches in our country that have their waters free of contamination. Due to its geographical characteristics, its waters are turquoise in color and are optimal for swimming. Our Catamaran has three different environments for your enjoyment: the main room with air conditioning, bar section and dressing rooms; Another area is the bow with a wonderful view of all the landscapes where we will sail; and, our upper deck, an area equipped for your rest; in which, you can enjoy a large jacuzzi.

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.

We will take you to Las Monas (the monkeys) Rainforest. It is a 25 minute hike in to the jungle you will be learning about the natural vegetation used for medicine by the natives of Las Monas. The Experience lasts 2.5-3.5 hours depending on how long you would like to be at each waterfall and swim in the natural pools. You do not have to swim if you do not want to ;) Once we get to the Waterfalls you will get to swim in the 10 natural pools or jump from the top of the waterfalls. On our way back you will have the pleasure to taste the local cuisine at La Casita del Sabor (The Home of Flavor), cooked by the Grandmother of Las Monas town. It is the perfect tour if you want to be one with nature and local culture. Hike starts easy then gets a bit more difficult so not suited for anyone with a handicap. Approximately from the start of the river to the 1st waterfall is 1km (15-20 minutes) then will see new waterfalls every 50-100 meters.

This Jaco ATV tour may be short, but it doesn’t skimp on adventure, making it a great choice for exploring the Costa Rican rain forest in just a couple of hours. Get behind the wheel of an ATV and follow your personal guide over rugged mountainous terrain, past ocean vista points, and right by a small waterfall.

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.

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.

Ready to cross a river, drive in it, make your draft, and feel the adrenaline on your body? On this tour, you will enjoy more than an ATV tour, visiting different highlights in our private property, more than 10 paths in the river. We also visit one beach near. Our A/C transportation will give you the best comfort before arriving at our adventure center. Here you will receive the safety instructions. Then you will turn your All-Terrain Vehicle motor on and drive up to Jaco mountains hills, a beautiful spot to take a selfie with the ocean as the main attraction. Forest, beach trails, and river paths will be waiting for you. Our certificated tour guides will offer you a professional point of view during the tour. Come and let us know if you like it or not.

Join us on a very unique and exclusive catamaran day trip (4.5 hours) to Playa Fantasia. Our day trip departs at 11 am from Playa Herradura cruising 40 minutes up the Gulf of Nicoya to a secluded beach. Playa Fantasia is a beach, accessible only by water, a beach with sprawling jungle, reef formations, white sand and turquoise waters. Untouched and full of marine and wildlife such as Monkeys, Scarlet Macaws, Turtles, and of course, all our rescued animals. Included, you will have a beautiful fresh lunch cooked by our private chef at Playa Fantasia as well as a bar of fresh Pina Coladas, margaritas, mojitos, beer, soda and water. Fresh fruits served throughout the entire tour. At Playa Fantasia, you have access to boogie boards, paddleboards, surfboard, snorkel gear (unguided) hammocks and beach loungers. This tour is an excellent alternative to Tortuga Island to avoid the crowds and is a great short and sweet day trip perfect for families with children, couples, and singles.

Ride a horse into the jungle on a 1.5-hour tour from Jaco to a towering waterfall, ancient groves of trees and a remote valley ranch. Watch for white-faced monkeys, toucans and macaws as you guide your Costa Rican stepping horse along the trail and enjoy the cool spray from the 180-foot (55-meter) El Encanto waterfall. Take in stunning views of the thickly forested landscape, then finish your tour with fresh fruit and juice at the scenic ranch.

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.

If your family/friends you would like to see white faced monkeys in the wild, Costa Rica’s world famous crocodiles, and enjoy authentic Costa Rica Cuisine prepared for you, then this is the best experience for you. You will meet us at the meeting point in Central Jaco called Orange Pub for a 45 minute drive to the “Monkey Jungle”. If you are around Jaco we can pick you up. Either way, we will coordinate with you. This Experience is 100% secure, perfect for family groups and very easy to see, meet and enjoy a group of more than 40 loveable “White Face” monkeys. With over 40 monkeys curious to get to know you, high-five you and take memorable photos with you, this is certainly bound to be a day for the memories. After that we will also stop by the Tarcoles Bridge, where you can walk and see crocodiles in the river from above the bridge side above. There are a few souvenir shops if you would like to get something for your friends at home as well. Also a local CR Lunch in our way back

Come to discover the wonderful natural beauty of the Damas Island Estuary . Enjoy a unique experience and have fun with this Eco-tour at the Mangroves. You will take a guided tour by boat through the canals of the Mangroves. There are Cayman, bats snakes and white faced Capuchin Monkeys, numerous marine exotic birds shows off all over the place. The ride will take 45 min drive south of Jaco Beach. The Tour includes a fruit snack, transportation from and to Jaco Beach, bilingual experienced guides. Come and enjoy one of the best rated experiences in our tropical country, watch the most incredible species of sloths, numerous monkeys jumping from tree to tree, one of the most exotic species is the Silky Anteater, several types of non poisonous snakes resting into the mangrove while you listen to the songs of the birds as the glide over the boat. Explore an unforgettable flora and fauna as you learn about nature while participating on the magical Costa Rica Mangrove experience

When you come to Costa Rica, you want to see and do it all! Make the most of your time during this action-packed half-day ATV tour from Jaco. Hit the trails and climb up into the mountain rain forest for spectacular panoramic views and a waterfall swim. Relax and refuel with a deliciously authentic lunch before continuing on for more nature immersion and adventure before returning back to headquarters.

Enjoy a combination of outdoor activities in Costa Rica during this zipline, ATV, and waterfalls tour. You'll have the chance to explore the rainforest scenery above and below as you zoom across the treetops and travel down muddy paths and along rivers. This adventure takes place about 10 minutes from Jaco Beach and Los Suenos Resort.

Adventure awaits in Jaco. Make unforgettable memories during this half-day tour combining off-road ATV action, zip lining, a hike to a waterfall and a deliciously authentic lunch in a quintessentially Costa Rican setting.

This is a private catamaran charter experience destined to our Secluded beach club, complete with private chef, bar, bartenders and hostess. On our very unique and exclusive secluded beach Private Catamaran Tour you will cruise on a brand new 50 ft catamaran destined for the secluded beach, Playa Fantasia. Playa Fantasia is a beach, accessible only by water, a beach with sprawling jungle, reef formations, white sand and turquoise waters. Untouched and full of marine and wild life such as Monkeys, Scarlet Macaws, Turtles, and of course all our rescued animals. Included you will have a beautiful fresh lunch cooked by our private chef at Playa Fantasia as well as a bar of fresh Pina coladas, margaritas, mojitos, beer, soda and water. Fresh fruits are served throughout the entire tour. Read more about Catamaran & Secluded Beach Tour 2018 - Jaco at: https://www.viator.com/tours/Jaco/Catamaran-and-Secluded-Beach-Tour/d4144-70788P4?pub=vcps

Hop on your own ATV and explore the jungles in Jaco. First, learn how to operate your ATV and complete some laps on the practice track. Then, head off toward the area waterfalls, where you will have time to swim and enjoy the natural surroundings. Plus, a professional photographer will be along for the ride, capturing pictures of your adventure, which will be available for purchase.

Come on and look the real costa rica environment and the beauty of his fauna, you can see animals like macaws, monkeys, sloth and other different kind of animals through this mountains.

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.

Jaco is known for its beaches and nightlife, but its natural beauty should not be missed. Enjoy a visit to a nearby national park via 4x4, and learn about the rainforest from your naturalist guide. Stop by a series of waterfalls for an exhilarating plunge, then relax during lunch while taking in the lush jungle views.

Combine a serene morning with an adrenaline-pumping afternoon! This Horseback Waterfall Tour is perfect for new and novice riders, the unhurried outing winds along rainforest trails dense with tropical flora. Your guide points out some native plants, encouraging you to breathe in the sweet scents of lemon and mango leaves. An exclusive horse adventure, trail riding through a pristine rainforest creates indelible memories of your visit to Costa Rica. Our 3 Hours ATV Tour takes you through the mountainous landscape that backs Jacó Beach. Tear along trails through primary rainforest to spots with sweeping vistas across the Pacific coast stretching south to Manuel Antonio Park and north to the port of Puntarenas. This tour also stops at a towering waterfall that empties into a natural swimming pool where you can take a 15-foot leap from a rock platform. On the descent back to town, loop along the edge of Carara National Park.

This is one of the most popular tour combination in Costa Rica, as you get to experience the Rainforest and also go deep in the paths, trails, rivers and lots of muddy roads in a transitional Costa Rica Rainforest, located only 10 minutes from Jaco Beach  You will start with or famous Zip Line Tour in the Costa Rica Treetops, this tour includes a 15 minute tractor ride up to the top of the mountain; you will then descend on a series of 12 platforms and 10 cables, including one of the longest in Costa Rica. After the Zip Line it’s time to get your adrenaline pumping on our 2 hour Jungle and River ATV adventure. This tour will give you a different perspective and views of the Jaco Beach area. Here we have it all: trails, mud, jungle, ocean views, rivers and the best bilingual guides to make this an experience of a lifetime

Explore Central America's largest mangrove on this popular kayaking tour that puts travelers up close to Costa Rica's diverse landscapes. Navigate the waters surrounding Damas Island and see hundreds of different animals, birds and reptiles up close. This is the perfect way to experience this diverse nation's incredible wildlife and learn more from your expert local guide.

Costa Rica Rainforest Waterfall Tour takes you off the beaten track, to the rainforest of Costa Rica, under the lush green canoof, and in the natural spring waters of some of Costa Rica's most pristine waterfalls. Immerse yourself in our custom 4x4 safari vehicles with your bilingual guide and you'll be in the secondary jungle in no time. In a matter of minutes you will pass a small waterfall and climb to the Costa Rican countryside. Transportation and drinks included for you and your companion