Rainforest Tours in Jaco at a glance
- Our pick: Carara: Guided Nature Walk & Scarlet Macaw Spotting Ticket, US$ 45 per person (2h–3h, 4.89★ · 258).
- Also recommended: Hike 10 Waterfalls in Jaco with Lunch & Swimming, US$ 55 per person (3h, 4.86★ · 196).
- Also recommended: Jaco 4x4 Jungle Safari: Waterfall swim and rainforest lunch, US$ 99 per person (4h 30m, 4.82★ · 38).
Price per person across the 10 options priced per person: US$ 45–US$ 199 (median US$ 99). With 100+ reviews: 5 of 11.
Of the 11 options: 11 with live guides in English, 11 with free cancellation, 11 with instant confirmation, 7 with hotel pickup, 10 kid-friendly, 2 private and 9 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full.
Rainforest Tours in Jaco
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11 options
Carara: Guided Nature Walk & Scarlet Macaw Spotting Ticket Walk Carara’s rainforest with a guide, spot scarlet macaws, monkeys, and rare birds. Entry ticket and telescope included for up-close wildlife viewing. Every day · 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30 and 11:00 ★ 4.89 (258 reviews) Duration: 2h–3h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 45 per person
Hike 10 Waterfalls in Jaco with Lunch & Swimming Hike to 10 waterfalls and swim in 8 natural pools near Jaco with a certified guide, lunch and fresh fruit included. The rainforest is five minutes from the beach. Every day except Monday and Wednesday · 08:00, 11:30 and 14:30 · From age 5 ★ 4.86 (196 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 55 per person
Jaco ATV Waterfall Tour: 4 hours, mountain-to-ocean views 4-hour ATV tour from Jaco through rainforest to 30-foot waterfall swim and lunch at tilapia farm. Bilingual guide, pickup included. Every day · 08:00 and 13:00 · Pickup available · From age 5 ★ 4.91 (353 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 139 per person
ATV Riding in Costa Rica: Rainforest Waterfalls & Mountain Trails Ride your own ATV through Costa Rica's rainforest with a bilingual guide to discover a 35-foot waterfall, mountain viewpoints and remote villages. Every day · 09:00 · Pickup available · From age 5 ★ 4.89 (109 reviews) Duration: 6h–7h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 199 per person
Jaco: ATV & Zipline & Waterfall Combo with Rainforest Lunch Full-day ATV, zipline and waterfall adventure from Jaco with 4-hour ride, 10 zip lines, traditional lunch at 2000ft elevation, and bilingual guide. Pickup included. Every day · 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 10:00 and 10:30 · Pickup available · From age 5 ★ 4.95 (86 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 199 per person
Jacó: Rainforest Aerial Tram & Zipline with Gardens Feel the ocean breeze on a rainforest aerial tram, zipline above Jacó’s treetops, and wander butterfly gardens. Includes all gear and local guide support. Every day · 08:00, 10:00 and 14:00 · All ages ★ 4.66 (155 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 95 per person
Jaco 4x4 Jungle Safari: Waterfall swim and rainforest lunch Half-day 4x4 safari from Jaco into the rainforest with a bilingual guide, swimming at Waterfall Pura Vida and an authentic Costa Rican meal at a mountain restaurant. Every day · 08:00 and 12:00 · Pickup available · From age 4 ★ 4.82 (38 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 99 per person
Horseback riding in Jaco Beach: Rainforest and natural pools Ride through Costa Rica's rainforest on Vista Los Suenos' 80-acre property near Jaco Beach with bilingual guides, then swim in natural pools fed by waterfalls. Every day · 6 start times, 08:00 to 14:00 · From age 4 ★ 4.64 (44 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 75 per person
Ziplining, Rappelling & Horseback Riding near Jaco Horseback ride through jungle, rappel a 180-foot waterfall, and zipline 2,000 feet of cable near Jaco with guide and gear provided, plus hotel pickup. Every day · 08:00, 09:30, 11:00 and 12:30 · Pickup available · From age 5 ★ 4.76 (17 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 160 per person
Talon Side-by-Side Off-Road Adventure in Jaco: Rainforest Trails Drive a Honda Talon 1000 through Costa Rica's rainforest on four-hour trails near Jaco, with guide, gas and vehicle included. Every day · Every 1 h, 08:00 to 16:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 4.56 (9 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 155 per group
Horseback riding in Jaco rainforest with waterfall hike Ride horses through Jaco's 850-acre rainforest park, hike to a waterfall, spot birds, and enjoy lunch while exploring nature from downtown Jaco. Every day · Every 1 h, 07:00 to 14:00 · Pickup available ★ 5.00 (2 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 129 per person
All 11 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carara: Guided Nature Walk & Scarlet Macaw Spotting TicketOur pickGroup of up to 10 | US$ 45 per person | 2h–3h | 4.89★ · 258 | Every day · 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30 and 11:00 | English, Spanish |
| Hike 10 Waterfalls in Jaco with Lunch & SwimmingAlso recommended | US$ 55 per person | 3h | 4.86★ · 196 | Every day except Monday and Wednesday · 08:00, 11:30 and 14:30 | English, Spanish |
| Jaco 4x4 Jungle Safari: Waterfall swim and rainforest lunchAlso recommendedPickup offered | US$ 99 per person | 4h 30m | 4.82★ · 38 | Every day · 08:00 and 12:00 | English, Spanish |
| Jaco ATV Waterfall Tour: 4 hours, mountain-to-ocean viewsPickup offered | US$ 139 per person | 4h | 4.91★ · 353 | Every day · 08:00 and 13:00 | English, Spanish |
| ATV Riding in Costa Rica: Rainforest Waterfalls & Mountain TrailsPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 199 per person | 6h–7h | 4.89★ · 109 | Every day · 09:00 | English, Spanish |
| Jaco: ATV & Zipline & Waterfall Combo with Rainforest LunchPickup offered | US$ 199 per person | 6h | 4.95★ · 86 | Every day · 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 10:00 and 10:30 | English, Spanish |
| Jacó: Rainforest Aerial Tram & Zipline with GardensGroup of up to 15 | US$ 95 per person | 2h 30m | 4.66★ · 155 | Every day · 08:00, 10:00 and 14:00 | English, Spanish |
| Horseback riding in Jaco Beach: Rainforest and natural poolsGroup of up to 15 | US$ 75 per person | 2h | 4.64★ · 44 | Every day · 6 start times, 08:00 to 14:00 | English, Spanish |
| Ziplining, Rappelling & Horseback Riding near JacoGroup of up to 15 · Pickup offered | US$ 160 per person | 5h | 4.76★ · 17 | Every day · 08:00, 09:30, 11:00 and 12:30 | English |
| Talon Side-by-Side Off-Road Adventure in Jaco: Rainforest TrailsPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 155 per group up to 10 people · ≈ US$ 15.50 per person if 10 go | 4h | 4.56★ only 9 reviews | Every day · Every 1 h, 08:00 to 16:00 | English, Spanish |
| Horseback riding in Jaco rainforest with waterfall hikeGroup of up to 15 · Pickup offered | US$ 129 per person | 3h | 5.00★ only 2 reviews | Every day · Every 1 h, 07:00 to 14:00 | English, Spanish |
By what you need
- Private (2): ATV Riding in Costa Rica: Rainforest Waterfalls & Mountain Trails (US$ 199 per person) · Talon Side-by-Side Off-Road Adventure in Jaco: Rainforest Trails (US$ 155 per group)
- Small groups (up to 15) (5): Carara: Guided Nature Walk & Scarlet Macaw Spotting Ticket (US$ 45 per person) · Jacó: Rainforest Aerial Tram & Zipline with Gardens (US$ 95 per person) · Horseback riding in Jaco Beach: Rainforest and natural pools (US$ 75 per person)