9 Waterfall Tours in Jacó to Build a Day Around

1.Hike 10 waterfalls in Jaco lunch included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $55Our pick

At Finca Los Solís near Jaco, you hike upstream through ten waterfalls, pull yourself up rocky sections with ropes, swim in natural pools, and learn about rainforest plants and wildlife. Guides such as Jorge, Dustin, Marwin, and Coco are praised for patient help. A typical Costa Rican lunch, fruit, water, showers, parking, and a dry bag are included.

“Excellent but intense physical activity Gorge and his team were excellent guides knowledgeable and helpful trip was as advertised”

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2.5 Hour Off-Road ATV+ Zipline+ Waterfall Rappelling+ Tractor Jungle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $160

Spend about five hours at The Park at Ocean Ranch near Jaco, combining muddy ATV trails, a tractor ride, waterfall rappelling, and more than 2,000 meters of zipline. Guides such as Jesus and Carlos lead the activities in English and Spanish. Expect wet clothes, short steep hikes, and an optional lunch at extra cost.

“Rappelling from the waterfall was so much fun!! Wish there was more of it. Our teenager really enjoyed the ATV tour. You'll have the option to order a lunch with this activity. Guides were excellent and you can tell they love their jobs. 100% would book this again. Great communication prior to the activity. Guides speak English and Spanish.”

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3.ATV + Zipline + Waterfall + Rainforest Lunch COMBO

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $179

Spend about six hours combining 10 zip lines, a four-hour ATV outing, a waterfall swim, and lunch at a mountain tilapia farm. Guides such as Marco, Emmanuel, Diego, and Alex have earned praise for safety and personal attention. Bring closed-toe shoes, a swimsuit, and a credit card for the required ATV security hold.

“4 wheeling for four hours is wonderful. Zip lining is wonderful. 4 wheeling is tiring. If you have lots of energy then great to do both in one day. If you are not in great shape do only one activity per day.”

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4.3 Hour ATV + Waterfalls, Private Beach & Panoramic Ocean Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

This three-hour ATV outing from Vista Los Sueños Adventure Park combines a safety lesson, practice track, river crossings, jungle trails, farms, lookout points, and a waterfall swim. Guides such as Mary, Glen, Dorian, and Greivin have helped both beginners and experienced riders. A private beach stop may happen if time allows.

“Glen was awesome! He made us feel welcome and comfortable from the moment we arrived. We only had 4 people in our group (myself and one other were more experienced) and the two others were beginners. Glen made this tour extremely fun for all of our skill levels. We never felt bored and the beginners never felt out of control. Lots of fun hill climbs, riding through streams, and fantastic views! Thanks Glen!”

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5.Waterfalls Adventure From Jaco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $210

Leave central Jaco at 7am for a full day of rainforest swimming near Dominical and Uvita. You’ll visit five waterfalls in three locations, ride a natural water slide, use a rope swing, and choose cliff jumps up to 75 feet. A Costa Rican lunch, private transport, and an English-speaking guide are included.

“Our guide was very helpful and knowledgeable of all of the waterfalls we visited. Our Guide was exceptional and professional. The organizer we scheduled with extorted another $20.00 from us because they had to pick us up instead of meeting them. The issue was they had to drive right by where we were staying. In my message to the organizer is stated I wanted the extra $20.00 to go to our guide. I do not know if that ever happened. The description says they do pick ups. Be wary if they want more money from you.”

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6.2 Hour ATV + Waterfalls in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Ride an ATV through river crossings, jungle paths, and lookout points near Jaco and Los Suenos, then stop for a waterfall swim. Bilingual guides such as Jason, Marie, Brian, and Chris lead the route, with fruit, snacks, water, and photos included. Bring clothes you can dirty, sunglasses, and footwear suited to rocky ground.

“Had a great time on the ATV’s. Driving through the river was definitely very cool. The waterfalls were spectacular!”

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7.Rainforest Magic Horseback Riding Waterfall Tour Private Park Setting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Ride a gentle Costa Rican horse from Ocean Ranch Park through jungle and river trails to 180-foot El Encanto waterfall. Guides help first-time riders, point out monkeys, toucans, macaws, butterflies, and plants, then serve pineapple and a cool drink at the ranch. The ride lasts about 1.5 hours within a two-hour visit.

“The ranch was beautifully kept. Staff was excellent. Our only complaint would be the horses' condition. We own horses and know what healthy horses looks like. These horses were underfed. The horses were very well mannered, but they offered no rest interval for the horses in between group trails .”

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8.Jaco Jungle Zipline & Waterfall Tractor Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Ride a safari tractor into Ocean Ranch’s private river valley, hike to El Encanto waterfall, then zip across the jungle on up to eight lines, including a 600-meter final run. Guides such as Luis and Andres keep the mood lively while helping families and first-time zipliners feel secure.

“We loved our tour! Guides were very friendly and helpful. Beautiful views and fun ziplines. We were a family of seven and the tour was very accommodating.”

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9.4×4 Jungle Safari to Waterfall & Delicious Rainforest Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99

Take a bilingual 4x4 ride from Jaco into the Agujitas mountains and Carara National Park. You’ll reach a waterfall with natural pools, then eat a traditional Costa Rican meal at Paz del Campo. Guides such as Juan, Mike, Jordan, and Wilmer have earned praise for safe driving and lively nature stops. Expect rough roads, changing routes, and about 4.5 hours on the move.

“I had a great time on this tour with Jordan. He was a great guide and lots of fun. The views and waterfalls were breath taking!”

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