ATV Riding in Jaco: Jungle Trails, Rivers & Waterfalls

Two hours on muddy trails and river crossings, then cacao and chocolate

ATV riding in Jaco puts you behind the handlebars for a two-hour jungle and river adventure on trails and muddy roads ten minutes from Jaco Beach, followed by a guided cacao tour and chocolate tasting. You drive your own machine through ocean-view spots and past private waterfalls, then learn about cacao varieties and prepare your own chocolate drink with tropical fruit.

The experience

The ride covers terrain most visitors to Jaco never see: trails deep into the jungle, river crossings, and muddy paths that open onto ocean-view lookout spots. A bilingual guide leads the way and stays with the group throughout. You'll pass private waterfalls and get a different angle on the Jaco Beach area than the standard resort view. The two-hour ride is the core of the day, and it moves at a pace that keeps the adrenaline up without leaving anyone behind.

After the ATV portion, you head to the cacao plantation to learn about the Central Pacific's international cocoa collection. The guide walks you through the ancestral history and the crop's impact on the world economy. You taste the actual cacao fruit before processing, watch the production process, and then make your own chocolate drink with ingredients you choose, mixing it with tropical fruits. Fresh fruit and bottled water come throughout.

A credit card (Visa or Mastercard) is required at check-in to secure your ATV reservation. The operator holds a refundable deposit on your card. You'll need to be at least 18 years old to ride. The activity sits about ten minutes from Jaco, and public transportation options are available if you need them. Wear clothes you don't mind getting muddy.

What’s included

• Two-hour ATV ride through jungle trails and rivers.
• ocean-view lookout spots.
• private waterfalls.
• bilingual guide.
• cacao plantation tour.
• chocolate tasting and preparation.
• fresh fruits.
• bottled water.
• safety equipment.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 13:00

AgesAdult (16 to 85 years) · Under 16: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 500

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park

Is this one for you?Small groups work well here since the bilingual guide stays with everyone throughout both the ride and the cacao tour. If you want to operate the vehicle yourself rather than watch from a passenger seat, this is the format that puts you in control.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What kind of terrain will I be riding on during the ATV portion?

The trails mix jungle paths, muddy roads, and river crossings, with stops at ocean-view lookout spots and private waterfalls. A bilingual guide leads the group and stays with you throughout the two-hour ride.

What happens during the chocolate experience part of the day?

You tour the cacao plantation, learn about the different cocoa varieties and their history, taste the fresh cacao fruit, watch the production process, and prepare your own chocolate drink with tropical fruits mixed in.

How far is this from Jaco Beach?

The activity location is about ten minutes from Jaco Beach and Los Suenos Resort, so the ride starts quickly after you arrive.

What do I need to bring or know before booking?

You must be at least 18 years old to operate the ATV. A credit card (Visa or Mastercard) is required at check-in for a refundable deposit. Moderate physical fitness is needed, and the activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or during pregnancy.