Top Things to do in Jaco
The 6 Best Dolphin & Whale Watching in Jaco, Province of Puntarenas
The tiny hamlet of Jaco is located in the Pacific Coast province of Puntarenas, Costa Rica. It’s the ultimate hideaway for sun seekers and active travelers, with cinnamon-hued volcanic-sand beaches, lush green rain forest and verdant mountains. Surfers flock here from around the world, but families, and honeymooners also find much to love, thanks to the multitude of beaches, outdoor activities, dining, shopping and nightlife. Explore the Costa Rican rain forest by horseback, learning about the flora and fauna in this impressive eco-system. Take an ATV tour to beaches, remote villages and waterfalls. Try your hand at sport fishing, paragliding, sea kayaking or even bungee jumping. Spend an afternoon at the Pura Vida Gardens and Waterfalls, where you’ll find millions of plants, flowers and orchids from around the world. Zip line through the jungle, play a round of golf or take an aerial tram tour of the rain forest. Expert surfers will want to check out La Roca Loca and Playa Hermosa for a challenge.
Restaurants in Jaco
1. Subwing Costa Rica
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 100 reviews
An all day adventure for young and old to the beautiful white sand beach of Tortuga Island, just a 40 minute fast boatride away We go private or in small groups up till 8 people, we are not a packed boat with 70 or 120 other people so you will all get your personal attention and flexibility, listen to your own music through bluetooth on the boat. We will do different wateractivities such as snorkeling, flying underwater with SUBWING and SUP boards, time to relax on beach on beach chairs with umbrella, where we will serve you fresh cut tropical fruits, hot prepared lunch at picnic area, drinks some beers, rum punch water pops, breakfast snack, groundtransportation from Jaco area to and from boat, bananaride available at the beach, this is the Fun factor and best value for your US$
2. Jaco Experts
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Within the tourism industry, personalized attention is often lost with the passing of time. That is why here at Jaco Experts we pride ourselves in having put together a selected and committed group of tourism professionals, in order to always maintain the quality of our services.
3. Jungle Man Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Our tours take people on amazing adventures in Costa Rica's diverse and awe-inspiring nature! A portion of EVERY booking goes towards teaching children in Costa Rica about nature, in hopes of creating a more sustainable and positive future for future generations to enjoy the world as we did!
4. Blue Ocean Sportfishing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Blue Ocean Sportfishing is located in Jaco, Costa Rica. We offer inshore & offshore sport fishing charters, dolphin & whale tours, sunset tours and private day trips to Tortuga Island. Our fleet is located at the Los Sueños Marina & Marina Pez Vela. Costa Rica has incredible fertile waters with amazing fishing year round. Our local captains and crew live to share this experience with our clients.
5. King Tours
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4.5 based on 33 reviews
King Tours Costa Rica has 18 years experience planning exciting itineraries for the entire family. We have tours in every area of Costa Rica! We specialize in custom planning tours, day, trips, and entire trip itineraries based on your budget and bucket list. Our specialities includes, and not limited to, private catamaran trip to secluded beaches, wedding and reception planning, rafting, nature, adventure and bird watching tours and of course National Parks!
6. J.A.Y. Depth Photography Tours
Experienced professional underwater and adventure photographer, J.A.Y. Depth Photography, is now offering photography tours in Costa Rica. We offer an array of adventures such as swimming with wild dolphins, hiking to waterfalls, boating through crocodile rivers, spearfishing massive tuna or surfing waves in Jaco Beach. We can make it all happen!
