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Jaco: ATV Jungle Waterfall Tour with Two Swims & Pickup★ 4.90 (907) · 3h
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ATV Riding in Jaco: Jungle & River Trails★ 4.65 (72) · 2h
Top rated
Jaco ATV Waterfall Tour: 4 hours, mountain-to-ocean views★ 4.91 (352) · 4h
The 12 best-value of 14 options, side by side
✓ 2026-09-28Real price per person across the 14 options: US$ 35–US$ 199 (median US$ 105). With an extra fee to pay on site: 1 of 14. With 100+ reviews: 10 of 14.
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Up to 2 hours (3)
Jaco ATV Tour: Mountain Trails & Waterfall RidesYou ride from Jaco's center up mountain trails to ridge views, then descend to waterfall swimming holes on the longer tours. A bilingual guide leads groups of up to fifteen on ATVs or buggies, handles the route, and includes gas. Bring your passport photo and expect bumpy terrain; the ride lasts one to four hours depending on which package you choose.Is it for me?Book this if you want to ride into the rainforest and see the coast from above without arranging your own transport or worrying about the trail — the guide's knowledge of the terrain and the fixed itinerary mean you just ride and enjoy the views.
Jaco: ATV Jungle Adventure Tour with Agujitas ViewsYou’ll feel every bump and breeze on this 2-hour ATV adventure from Jaco into Costa Rica’s rainforest. Climb to Agujitas Mountain for sweeping ocean views, pause by a hidden waterfall, and follow your local guide along winding jungle trails. Expect mud on your clothes and maybe a new story to tell.
Jacó ATV Jungle Tour & Waterfall Swim with GuideRide ATVs through Jacó’s rainforest trails with a bilingual guide, splash into a natural waterfall pool, and snack on fresh fruit along the way. Expect muddy tracks, wildlife sightings, and plenty of laughs—a hands-on Costa Rica experience you’ll remember every time you see red clay on your shoes.
2 to 5 hours (5)
Zip Line & 3-Hour ATV Tour with Waterfalls near JacoYou’ll start high in Costa Rica’s rainforest canopy on zip lines with ocean views before rumbling down muddy trails by ATV toward hidden waterfalls. Expect fresh fruit breaks, laughter with your local guide, and plenty of stories to take home — plus the chance for a classic casado lunch if you’re hungry after all that adventure.Is it for me?Book this one if you want both the canopy view and the ground-level jungle in a single day without arranging two separate tours—the combo paces them so the zip line comes first when you're fresh, then the ATV adventure takes over once you've landed.
Jaco ATV & Waterfall Rappelling: 5-Hour Jungle AdventureYou ride an ATV through jungle for 90 minutes, rappel a 180-foot waterfall, then zipline over 2000 meters of canopy. All equipment, a professional guide, and refreshments are included. You pick your start time between 8am and 5pm, and the whole experience stays in one park, so no time is lost to transfers between activities.Is it for me?Book this if you want to pack three different adventures into one morning without arranging separate tours or spending time on transfers—the single-park setup means you move straight from ATVs to rappelling to ziplining, and your guide handles all the technical setup.
Jaco & Los Suenos: Zip Line & ATV Combo with Ocean ViewsYou’ll start flying above Costa Rica’s rainforest canopy by zip line near Jaco Beach with ocean views peeking through the trees. Then shift gears for two hours of ATV adventure through jungle trails and river crossings around Los Suenos. Expect muddy boots, real laughter with local guides, and those moments where everything goes quiet except your own heartbeat.
ATV Riding in Jaco: Mountain Trails & River CrossingsA guided buggy tour from Jaco that takes you on mountain trails overlooking the Pacific coast and through river crossings near rice fields, with a local guide, helmet and fuel included. Tours run 1 to 4 hours depending on the route; the longer options include time to stop at waterfalls and swim in the rainforest. You'll ride past scarlet macaws, toucans, hawks and falcons depending on the season and time of day.Is it for me?Book the 3-hour or 4-hour option if you want to stop at waterfalls and swim in the rainforest; the shorter rides keep you on the mountain views and river crossings without the waterfall time. Groups of 1 to 2 riders work for a private experience, while 3 to 4 riders share the cost and the route together.
Double ATV Tour with Waterfalls & Ocean Views near JacoIf you want to see Costa Rica’s wild side without getting lost or missing the best spots, this double ATV tour is for you. You’ll ride through real jungle trails, cross rivers, and swim in a waterfall only locals seem to know about—all just minutes from Jaco Beach. It’s fun whether you’re with family or a friend, and the guides make sure everyone feels safe and included.
Half day and longer (3)
Jaco Jungle Adventure: Horseback, Zipline, Rappel & ATVYou spend a full day moving through 850 acres of Jaco jungle on five different activities: horseback riding, tractor tour, ziplining, waterfall rappelling, and ATV riding. A professional English-speaking guide leads the group past nesting macaws and monkey troops, and lunch is included midday. Everything you need—gear, instruction, water—comes with the price, so you show up and the day is already planned.Is it for me?This works if you want to pack multiple jungle activities into one day without booking separate tours and coordinating timing yourself—the five-in-one format is what makes a full itinerary possible in a single outing.
ATV Riding in Costa Rica: Rainforest Waterfalls & Mountain TrailsATV riding adventure in the rainforest near Jaco, Costa Rica, where you operate your own machine on mountain trails, through remote villages and down to the Pacific coast. The tour includes a bilingual guide, pickup from the Jaco area, lunch at a riverside spot, and entry to a 35-foot waterfall (Cascada del Zorro). You'll climb to a mountain ridge with ocean views stretching from Manuel Antonio to the Nicoya Peninsula, pass through small pueblos like Mata de Platano and Las Delicias, and finish with a beach run alongside the Gulf before heading back. Riders must be at least 16 with a valid driver's license; unlicensed participants and children under 16 ride as passengers. A credit card hold is required on the day of the tour to secure the vehicle.Is it for me?Book this if you have a valid driver's license and want to ride your own ATV; unlicensed travelers can ride as passengers if your group has enough licensed drivers.
Jaco: ATV & Zipline & Waterfall Combo with Rainforest LunchYou zip through the canopy on ten cables, then ride an ATV for four hours through rainforest to a waterfall where you can swim. Lunch is served at a mountain restaurant 2000 feet above sea level, and the guide handles the route and timing so you don't have to figure out how to string three separate activities together in one day. Hotel pickup in the Jaco area is included.Is it for me?Book this if you want three separate adventures — ziplining, off-road riding, and a waterfall swim — handled in one day without arranging transport between them or timing the stops yourself. The fixed itinerary and included pickup mean you show up and the day unfolds.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 14 of the 14 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last between 2 and 5 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Jaco: ATV Jungle Waterfall Tour with Two Swims & Pickup is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.90 out of 5 across 907 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
