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Zip Line & 3-Hour ATV Tour with Waterfalls near Jaco★ 4.88 (214) · 5h
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Jaco: 10 Waterfalls Jungle Hike & Costa Rican Lunch★ 4.85 (185) · 3h
Top rated
Arenal Volcano & La Fortuna Waterfall from Jaco with Hot Springs★ 4.95 (742) · 14h–15h
The 12 best-value of 15 options, side by side
✓ 2026-08-12Real price per person across the 15 options: US$ 55–US$ 214 (median US$ 139). With 100+ reviews: 9 of 15.
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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.
ATV Riding in Jaco: Jungle & River TrailsATV riding in Jaco puts you behind the handlebars for 2 hours on jungle trails, river paths and muddy terrain in the Central Pacific. A bilingual guide leads the route, which adjusts to your riding ability and weather; fruits, water and professional photography are included. Valid driver's license and a credit card (for ATV deposit) are required at booking.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and Spanish, so if you're comfortable following instructions in either language, you'll track the route and safety briefing without strain. The ride adjusts to your ability—beginners and experienced riders both get a line that matches their control, which is what makes a 2-hour session feel manageable rather than overwhelming.
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 (6)
Jaco: ATV Jungle Waterfall Tour with Two Swims & PickupYou’ll ride an ATV through Costa Rica’s rainforest trails near Jaco, splash in two wild waterfalls—including a jump at Pura Vida Falls—and catch glimpses of ocean from mountain lookouts. With a bilingual local guide leading the way and pickup included, expect mud, laughter, and moments you’ll want to replay long after you’re dry.
Jaco ATV Waterfall Tour: 4 hours, mountain-to-ocean viewsYou ride an ATV through Costa Rican rainforest for four hours, climb to a ridge with ocean views, stop at a 30-foot waterfall, and eat lunch at a remote tilapia farm where the fish come from the pond you're sitting above. Pickup from Jaco is included, your guide speaks both English and Spanish, and all equipment and entrance fees are covered — you just bring closed-toed shoes, clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and a swimsuit.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the rainforest and coast from a ridge most Jaco visitors never reach, and you'd rather not navigate mountain roads or arrange lunch separately — the guide handles the route, the farm handles the meal, and four hours is enough to feel remote without eating up your whole day.
Jaco: Hiking & Waterfall Tour with River Pools & 4x4 RideYou’ll ride up into Jaco’s hills by 4x4, hike through rainforest trails with a local guide, swim in fresh river pools beneath waterfalls, and hear stories only locals know. Expect cold water, laughter, muddy shoes—and maybe a little courage if you try those jumps.
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 Waterfall Rappelling & Zipline Adventure with HorsebackGet ready to ride horseback through lush rainforest trails near Jaco, rappel down El Encanto’s roaring waterfall with expert guides, and zipline high above jungle treetops. This adventure packs three unforgettable thrills into one day—with local wildlife sightings and plenty of laughs along the way.
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)
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.
Osa Waterfalls Trek from Jaco: Five Falls, Swim & JumpThis 10-hour waterfall trek from Jaco takes a small group of 12 into the Osa area to visit five falls across three remote locations, with time to swim and jump in the pools. You trek between the falls, eat a traditional Costa Rican lunch in the rainforest, and travel by private vehicle with an English-speaking guide who handles all the routing and timing. Moderate fitness is needed for the hiking and climbing.Is it for me?Book this trek if you want to swim and jump at waterfalls instead of viewing them from a distance, and if you have the fitness for a full day of hiking and climbing in the jungle. The small group size and the guide's knowledge of the Osa terrain mean you reach waterfalls most Jaco visitors never see, and the 10-hour commitment gives you real time in the water at each one instead of a quick stop-and-go.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 15 of the 15 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?
Zip Line & 3-Hour ATV Tour with Waterfalls near Jaco is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.88 out of 5 across 214 reviews.
