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Alejandra_S, Sep 2026
Exceptional Tour
This was the BEST DAY EVER!!! We can’t recommend this tour enough. The entire catamaran staff was AMAZING. The service was second to none. The lunch served was delicious. The jungle juice was flowing and the vibes were high. Worth every penny! Tortuga Island is beautiful!
Jozie_J, Aug 2026
What an incredible day....
What an incredible day. Our tour guide Alberto truly LOVES what he does and you could see his passion and knowledge with every animal/ bird and insect encounter.
He helped get pictures for everyone through his lens, which was great for anyone just using a cellphone to take photos of their day.
The beach stop was amazing! The coastline was absolutely stunning and lush with greenery and monkeys playing in the trees.
Breakfast and lunch was good local cuisine.
Something to take note, our tour pickup said 6:30AM but we didn’t get picked up until closer to 7:20AM, so keep in mind you may be the last stop for local pickups. Confirm this the day BEFORE so you aren’t worried when they do not show up on time.
Angela_G, Jun 2026
This is a great way to...
If you’re thinking of driving yourself to these things, just don’t. Let Alex take you on a comfy and safe trip (he knows the shortcuts and gets the great parking spots-you don’t)! He is also magical with children, and there were times where the 6 kids in our group were just up front hiking with him at the volcano, learning about flora and fauna in a fun way. This is a great way to hit three major attractions in one very full day. Start with your swimsuit and coverup on, because the waterfall is first. Towels are a must, raincoats less so. The food is great. Book it now!
Liz_V, Jun 2026
Best Day Ever!
This day was everything we hoped for and more!
Isabella, Micheal, and Captain Marcus were incredible!! She gave us history of islands, we saw monkeys, crocs, and other incredible wildlife on Tortuga! We also hiked the island, the views were breathtaking!
Lunch was amazing, we had yellowfin tuna and chicken options and they provided lots of water, pop, and we even had an afternoon coffee and cookies!
Don’t hesitate, just book this tour! Pura Vida 💕
Erin_H, Feb 2026
Amazing Ride through the Rainforest
I wasn’t totally sure what to expect when booking this but it ended up being one of our favorite excursions we’ve ever done. Yordan was an awesome guide and pointed out many different plants and animals as we drove by. Between Costa Rican beers, lots of history and fun facts, and a delicious lunch at a local spot we couldn’t have asked for anything else
Sandra_W, Jan 2026
Fun activity!
You can't bring phones, cameras or other items with you on the zipline. And there are no lockers. So you should either leave stuff at hotel or lock in car. They have photographers along to take pictures, and they are for sale after. The aerial tram takes you to the top where the ziplines start so there is no steep climbing. There was some downhill walking in spots. The guides were very knowledgeable and safety was a priority. We thoroughly enjoyed this activity and would recommend it.
Sahasra_Y, Jan 2026
Highly recommend this...
Highly recommend this tour. Our tour guide, Vini was so helpful and knowledgeable. He really tailored the experience for us. We really wanted to see monkeys, macaws, and toucans so he took us to spots he knew and went out of his way to find them for us during our journey to the various spots. The lunch spot was also amazing and a few macaws flew by to a nearby tree so we got lots of good pictures. Overall 10/10 experience and was the best tour we did in Costa Rica!
Bret_E, Jan 2026
Great excursion … good value for money
Well managed excursion company with excellent staff. ATVs were in good shape … you transfer to another location for the Zip Line which was new and shiny with amazing staff. Hellen was great confirming the excursion and great on the desk. Mary was a great host on the Zip Line. The included lunch was top notch and if asked … ask for the waterfall experience where you can jump / dive into the waterfall basin.
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Jaco’s proximity to San Jose makes it one of Costa Rica’s most popular coastal destinations, but this Gulf of Nicoya getaway is also convenient for exploring beyond the beach. Jaco Day trips will get you out on the water, whether it’s a relaxing ride through the mangroves or a private speedboat cruise to Tortuga Island. With someone else behind the wheel—and a guide handling logistics—you’ll have time to do everything from bird-watching and ATVing while seeing the country’s top attractions, including Arenal Volcano, Rio Celeste Waterfall, and Manuel Antonio National Park.
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