Top Jaco Car Tours

We will visit the sanctuary of the white-faced capuchin monkeys, the most intelligent species of monkeys in the new world. Our visit will be safe and informative for everyone, from children to adults. We’ll learn about their family organization, alphas, and betas, and how to calculate their age. During these tours people are not allowed to touch the animals, but animals if they feel comfortable allowed to touch people. They are still wild animals and we are not violating their habitat. We don't allowed to feed them as well We’ll then see the crocodiles of Rio Grande de Tarcoles and enjoy the local souvenir sale and a buffet-style restaurant. We can choose to admire the crocodiles from the bridge or take a boat tour for an extra $43. The boat tour lasts approximately 1:40 minutes and includes bird watching and a naturalist guide. We’ll then go to a hidden beach in Jaco to see the sloths. We’ll sit on chairs, have a table, and I’ll serve drinks and snacks.

Simplify your arrival in (or departure from) Costa Rica with this handy private transfer from San Jose Airport to your destination in Jaco. Instead of wasting time waiting for taxis or buses when you’re carrying luggage and tired from your trip, just look out for your driver in the arrivals area and hop on board a comfortable private shuttle bus.

Don’t waste time lining up for taxis or navigating public transport with this San Jose Airport to Jaco Beach transfer, or vice versa. Your driver will meet you in the arrivals area or pick you up from your accommodation on time, saving you the hassle of waiting around for strangers on a shared transfer. Stop en route if you need to.

Enjoy a comprehensive sightseeing tour around the picturesque town of Jaco, Costa Rica. Explore Carara National Park, a lush rainforest that’s home to exotic flora and fauna. Then, cruise down the Tárcoles River and watch for crocodiles, followed by a delicious beachfront lunch. Check off the region’s top hotspots and highlights in just one day.

Kids and adults alike will enjoy this fun and relaxing cruise through the mangroves of Isla Damas. As well as enjoying views of the biodiverse mangrove forest, keep your eyes open for local wildlife, including monkeys, sloths, various birds, and more. Learn about what you see from your knowledgeable guide and take some great photos.

Explore the vibrant wildlife of Costa Rica on this family-friendly 3-hour adventure from Jacó. Witness white-faced monkeys in their natural habitat and keep an eye out for crocodiles at the iconic Tárcoles Bridge. This tour is designed for nature lovers of all ages and includes a chance to stop for souvenirs. With an expert guide leading the way, enjoy refreshments, a delicious lunch, and digital photos to capture the memories. - 3-hour wildlife tour from Jacó, ideal for families - Spot white-faced monkeys and crocodiles at Tárcoles Bridge - Enjoy lunch and stay hydrated throughout the tour - Expert guide provides insights into local wildlife and ecosystems

This short adventure will take you to the Monkey House in Caldera, Puntarenas. There, you’ll be able to hang out with the white-faced monkeys in their natural habitat and see them playing and eating. This place is like a shelter for the monkeys; they have been living there for many years, so part of the income is destined to help get food and care for them. After that, it will be time to taste a typical Costa Rican breakfast of gallo pinto with a natural drink or coffee. The last stop, will be at Tarcoles Bridge, to see the american crocodiles.

TOUR DESCRIPTION Costa Rica is an excellent destination for adventure travel and the best way to see the fascinating landscape is on horseback, it has a great advantage of getting to remote places where you could not access by vehicle. Our well trained horses will take you through trails on the beach to the top of the mountain where there will be stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. WHAT TO WEAR We recommend that you wear comfortable clothes during the Horseback Riding tour, shoes are always recommended as well as long pants to help prevent from rashes. Some still use shorts but there is a great chance of getting rashes from the movement from the saddle. Depending on the time you choose to ride horseback it may be hot and a hat would be perfect. (We recommend early morning / afternoon for the sunset, best times to ride!)

Explore the Costa Rican rainforest on this guided horseback riding tour. At the 80-acre (32-hectare) Vista Los Sueños Adventure Park, admire the views of private waterfalls and swimming in natural pools, even having a ride on a natural slide if you like. Animal lovers will appreciate looking out for local wildlife like toucans, scarlet macaws, and white-faced monkeys, and riding the well-cared-for horses.

Farm-grown meals, riverside walks, real stories, and a grandmother’s kitchen under the trees. Share firewood-cooked meals made from farm-fresh ingredients, walk to a local river or hidden waterfall, and hear the real stories of rural Costa Rican life — from a grandmother who’s lived it. Just 40 minutes from Jacó, this countryside food and culture tour brings you into the village of Playón, where four generations of the Godínez family live side by side. You’ll eat in a rancho under macaw-filled trees, meet friendly rescued dogs, and be hosted by Doña Yuri — a cook, storyteller, and matriarch who grows most of what she serves. This is not a restaurant, and it’s more than just “traditional food.” It’s a chance to connect — with people, places and the real, hidden Costa Rica beyond the beaches and ziplines.

Discover wildlife and natural beauty on this unforgettable full-day adventure. Your day begins with convenient pickup from your hotel followed by a scenic drive through the lush countryside. Our first stop is the Monkey Mangrove Boat Tour, where you’ll cruise through peaceful mangrove waterways and spot monkeys and other local wildlife in their natural habitat. Next, we continue to the breathtaking Nauyaca Waterfalls. From the entrance, enjoy an exciting 4x4 ride through jungle trails up to the falls. Once there, you’ll have time to swim beneath the cascading waterfall, relax, and take in the incredible scenery. This tour is the perfect mix of wildlife, adventure, and nature—all in one amazing day.

Whether you're looking to relax or enjoy something more active, this full-day catamaran excursion to Tortuga Island from Jacó will accomplish your goals. The island has some of the most pristine beaches in Costa Rica, ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Make use of the hot tub on board and take a fun banana boat ride if you wish. It is an ideal fun day for couples and groups of friends.

This isn't just another Poás Volcano tour. It's a private experience, built for slow travel, not mass tourism. We pick you up when it works for you, straight from your hotel or Airbnb, none of the two hours the big buses waste rounding tourists up across other locations. At Poás, timing is everything: those who arrive after mid-morning usually find the crater buried in clouds. So we go first, while you still have a real shot at seeing it clear. We stand at the edge of one of the largest active craters on the planet, no rush, then find the hidden Laguna Botos, its waters shifting between emerald and turquoise. Next, the iconic La Paz Waterfall, fresh local fruit, and a hidden trail most people walk right past. We close the day at Hacienda Alsacia, the only Starbucks coffee farm in the world, where you taste a cup where it's actually grown. Your companion doesn't just know this land, he lives it. You won't remember a tour. You'll remember a Costa Rica experience, told first-hand.