ATV Riding in Jaco: Rivers, Mud & Mountain Views

You operate the ATV yourself through mud, rivers and jungle terrain 10 minutes from Jaco Beach.

Ride your own ATV through jungle trails, rivers and muddy roads near Jaco, then switch to horseback for a 45-minute climb to a natural swimming pool and waterfall. The combination activity runs about four hours with a bilingual guide, safety gear, bottled water and fresh tropical fruits. You'll see ocean-view lookout spots and pristine private waterfalls, then return to base for a cool-down swim before heading back.

The experience

The ATV portion runs two hours through the terrain around Jaco: trails, mud, jungle, rivers and ocean views all in one ride. You operate the machine yourself, so the pace and line through each section is yours to choose. The guide leads the way and handles the route. Your job is to navigate the obstacles and feel the difference between packed earth, soft mud and shallow river crossings. It's the kind of riding that demands attention but doesn't require prior experience, and the bilingual guide stays with the group the whole time.

After the ATV comes the horseback section: about 45 minutes climbing through farms and jungle terrain to reach the natural swimming pools and waterfall. The horses are the best-kept in the area, and once you're paired and geared up, the ride itself is the point, not a quick shuttle to a photo spot. At the top, you get roughly 30 minutes to swim in the pool before the descent. The guide carries cold water for the ride down, and when you return to base, fresh tropical fruits are waiting.

The whole activity sits only 10 minutes from Jaco Beach and Los Suenos Resort, so there's no long transfer eating into your day. You'll need to bring a credit card (Visa or Mastercard) for the ATV deposit. The operator holds a minimum of $1,000 on your card for one to five vehicles, and it's fully refundable. Safety equipment is included, as is the bilingual guide.

What’s included

• Your own ATV to operate.
• horseback riding.
• natural swimming pool and waterfall access.
• ocean-view lookout spots.
• safety equipment.
• bottled water.
• fresh tropical fruits at the end.
• bilingual guide for the full four hours.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 13:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (4 to 85 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 100

Prices and times updated 13 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?The four-hour time commitment means you can fit this into a morning and still have the afternoon free in Jaco. If you want both the adrenaline of operating an ATV and the slower pace of horseback riding plus a swim, this combination covers all three in one outing.

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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's the terrain like on the ATV section?

The ATV ride covers trails, mud, jungle, rivers and ocean-view lookout spots around Jaco. You'll cross shallow river sections and muddy roads, so expect to get dirty and wet. That's the point of the ride.

How long do I spend in the water at the natural swimming pool?

You have about 30 minutes to swim at the natural pool and waterfall after the horseback ride reaches the top of the mountain.

Do I need ATV experience to book this?

No prior experience is required. You operate the machine yourself, but the guide leads the route and stays with the group, and the terrain is manageable for riders with at least a moderate level of physical fitness.

What happens if I don't want to ride the ATV or the horse?

This is a combination activity, so both the ATV and horseback sections are part of the booking. If you're interested in only one, contact the operator to ask about separate options.

Is the activity close to Jaco town?

Yes, the starting point is only 10 minutes from Jaco Beach and Los Suenos Resort, so you won't spend time traveling to the trailhead.