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SURF LESSON · PRIVATESurf Lessons with Pro Team in Jacó
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Pickup
- Pickup offered near the surf spot, or meet at the Surfer Factory surf shop (listing notes a small pickup/drop fee if you're farther away)
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Who it suits
- First-time surfers and families; the listing runs this as a private lesson and shows a child age band of 5–11.
Two hours one-on-one with a Jacó surf school, which is the fastest way to stand up on day one.
SURF LESSON · GROUPSurf Lessons
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Pickup
- Free pickup within 1 km of Jacó per listing (fee beyond that), or meet at Jaco Surf School on Calle Bohío
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Who it suits
- Groups and younger kids; the listing shows a child age band starting at 3.
A shared lesson in the middle of town that fits neatly before an afternoon tour.
ATV · 3 HOURS3-Hour ATV Jungle Waterfall Adventure
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Pickup
- Pickup included in the Jacó area (only) on request, per listing; or meet at the Adventure Tours Costa Rica office
- Ages
- Children under 4 can't ride; ATV drivers must be 16+ with a valid driver's license; under-16s and unlicensed riders ride as passengers (per listing)
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Who it suits
- Couples and friend groups with a licensed driver aged 16+; a credit-card hold is required on the day (see listing).
Jungle trails and two waterfall stops that start right in town. JacoATV compares every ATV and UTV option.
ATV · HALF DAY + LUNCH4-Hour ATV Waterfall & Delicious Rainforest Lunch
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Pickup
- Pickup included in the Jacó area (only) on request, per listing; or meet at the Adventure Tours Costa Rica office
- Ages
- Children under 4 can't ride; ATV drivers must be 16+ with a valid driver's license; under-16s and unlicensed riders ride as passengers (per listing)
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Who it suits
- Riders who want a longer half-day with lunch in the rainforest; drivers 16+ with a license.
Same operator with more trail time and a rainforest lunch, for when three hours feels too short.
ZIPLINE · HERRADURA HILLSOcean views Zip Line Canopy Tour in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Meeting point
- Vista Los Sueños Adventure Park (Herradura); listing offers transport for an additional cost depending on your hotel or condo
- Ages
- Minimum age is 4 years; maximum weight 250 lb (per listing)
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Who it suits
- Families with kids 4 and up and first-time zipliners.
Cables over the hills above Herradura Bay, reached by a tractor ride up the slope.
AERIAL TRAM + ZIPLINERainforest Aerial Tram & Zipline Tour in Jacó, Costa Rica
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Meeting point
- Rainforest Adventures park entrance near Jacó; transport can be arranged by contacting the operator (per listing)
- Ages
- Minimum age is 8 years (depending on height and weight); minimum height 115 cm; closed-toe shoes mandatory (per listing)
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Who it suits
- Mixed groups: some ride the tram for the view, others want the zipline too. Ages 8+ per listing.
Ride the gondola-style tram up through the canopy, then zip back down with ocean views.
SPORTFISHING · PRIVATE CHARTERDeep Sea Fishing Charters in Jaco, Costa Rica
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Meeting point
- The captain meets you at the beach parking lot described on the listing and guides you to the boat
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Who it suits
- Anglers and groups who want a private boat; drinks, snacks and lunch are listed as included.
A full day offshore aboard a 35-foot boat with a bilingual crew.
WATERFALL HIKEHike 10 waterfalls in Jaco lunch included
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Meeting point
- Finca los Solis parking lot, about 5 minutes from Jacó Beach (per listing)
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Who it suits
- Active families and friends; the listing asks for at least moderate fitness and shows a child band from age 5.
A jungle walk past a string of waterfalls and swimming holes a few minutes from the beach, with lunch included.
CANYONING · WATERFALL RAPPELCanyoning in Jaco
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Who it suits
- Thrill-seekers who want to rappel waterfalls; no prior harness experience needed per listing.
Harness up and descend the waterfalls themselves with English-speaking guides.
CARARA NATIONAL PARKGuided visit to Carara National Park (Ticket included)
- Duration
- 2–3 hours
- Meeting point
- At the entrance of Carara National Park (per listing)
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Who it suits
- Nature lovers and families; the park ticket is included per the title, with a maximum of 10 per booking.
A guided walk in Carara, a scarlet macaw stronghold, with the park ticket included per the listing title.
MANUEL ANTONIO DAY TRIPManuel Antonio National Park Hiking Tour from Jacó
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Pickup
- Pickup at any hotel, house, Airbnb or other place in the area (per listing)
- Ages
- Children must be accompanied by an adult; minimum 2 people per booking (per listing)
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Who it suits
- First-time visitors who want the park without driving; children must be with an adult and bookings need at least 2 people.
Costa Rica’s best-known coastal park as a guided day with pickup from your Jacó base.
CACAO & CHOCOLATEChocolate Experience in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Meeting point
- Vista Los Sueños Adventure Park, 1.5 km east of the Herradura / Los Sueños intersection (per listing)
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Who it suits
- Families and couples who want an easy two hours under cover of the trees.
A cacao walk and chocolate tasting near Herradura. Editorial rainy-day pick.
FOOD WALK · TOWNTaste of Costa Rica: Traditional Food Tour in Jaco
- Duration
- 3–4 hours
- Meeting point
- In front of Tequeñeros, public benches in the Jaco Walk parking lot (per listing)
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Who it suits
- Curious eaters aged 10+ per listing; add dietary needs when you book.
A guided tasting walk through traditional Costa Rican food. For where to eat later, see TropicalJaco.
TORTUGA ISLAND · PRIVATE BOATTortuga Island Private Boat Tour from Jaco with Snorkel, Meals
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- Pickup
- Pickup from your place of stay at 7:15 am, or meet at the Herradura beach bus stop at 7:30 am (per listing)
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Who it suits
- Families and groups who want a boat to themselves; the listing offers infant seats.
A private day on Tortuga Island with snorkeling and meals, leaving from Herradura.
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