Best Jaco & Central Pacific Day Tours | Costa Rica Experts https://costaricaexperts.com/destination/jaco-tours/ Costa Rica Vacations for 35 Years Thu, 04 Nov 2021 20:41:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 https://costaricaexperts.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/cre-favicon-02-2.png Best Jaco & Central Pacific Day Tours | Costa Rica Experts https://costaricaexperts.com/destination/jaco-tours/ 32 32 Carara National Park Tour https://costaricaexperts.com/tours/carara-national-park-tour/ Thu, 25 Jun 2020 01:33:03 +0000 https://costaricaexperts.com/?post_type=tours&p=25483 This protected area is relatively small in size but is home to approximately 48% of Costa Rica’s avian species. The importance of Carara stems from its location in a transition area between the tropical dry forest region to the north and the more humid Pacific Rainforest to the South. Carara has flora and fauna from […]

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]]> This protected area is relatively small in size but is home to approximately 48% of Costa Rica’s avian species. The importance of Carara stems from its location in a transition area between the tropical dry forest region to the north and the more humid Pacific Rainforest to the South. Carara has flora and fauna from both ecosystems and the virgin forest that covers most of the park is the ideal environment for such rare wildlife as the Scarlet Macaw, the Collared Aracari, and monkeys.

  • Minimum Age: 6
  • Passenger Minimum: 2
  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Difficulty: easy
  • Includes: transfers, guide, entrance, lunch
  • What to Bring: closed-toe hiking shoes or sneakers, light comfortable clothing, light rain jacket or poncho (rainy season), sunscreen, hat or bandana, bug spray
  • Tour Type: nature, active

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]]> Tortuga Island Catamaran Cruise https://costaricaexperts.com/tours/tortuga-island-catamaran-cruise/ Thu, 25 Jun 2020 01:15:02 +0000 https://costaricaexperts.com/?post_type=tours&p=25480 Early this morning you will transfer by ground to Puntarenas. Enjoy a snack-type breakfast en route before boarding a catamaran for a cruise through the Gulf of Nicoya to Tortuga Island. Just 12 nautical miles from Puntarenas, Isla Tortuga is a sanctuary of white sand beaches and turquoise waters, home tropical birds, and flora typical […]

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]]> Early this morning you will transfer by ground to Puntarenas. Enjoy a snack-type breakfast en route before boarding a catamaran for a cruise through the Gulf of Nicoya to Tortuga Island. Just 12 nautical miles from Puntarenas, Isla Tortuga is a sanctuary of white sand beaches and turquoise waters, home tropical birds, and flora typical of the Costa Rican Central Pacific area. Spend the day swimming, snorkeling, or just relaxing under the shade of palm trees on this beautiful island. A tropical lunch will be served on the island.

  • Minimum Age: 5
  • Passenger Minimum: 25
  • Duration:  full day, departs early in the morning and returns late afternoon
  • Difficulty: easy
  • Includes: transfers, guide, snacks, select beverages, and one meal
  • What to Bring: light comfortable clothing, light jacket or sweater, sunscreen, hat or bandana, bug spray, swimsuit, towel
  • Tour Type:  active

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]]> Horseback Riding with Ocean Views & Waterfalls https://costaricaexperts.com/tours/horseback-riding-with-ocean-views-waterfalls/ Thu, 25 Jun 2020 00:46:34 +0000 https://costaricaexperts.com/?post_type=tours&p=25477 After your equipment and safety instructions, depart on your horseback journey to the waterfalls. Along the way, you will see rural farmland and get a closer look at nature as you ascend through the rainforest. You may be able to spot toucans, Scarlet Macaws, and White-faced capuchin monkeys. Upon arrival at the swimming area, your […]

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]]> After your equipment and safety instructions, depart on your horseback journey to the waterfalls. Along the way, you will see rural farmland and get a closer look at nature as you ascend through the rainforest. You may be able to spot toucans, Scarlet Macaws, and White-faced capuchin monkeys. Upon arrival at the swimming area, your guide will set you up with fresh fruit and water, and you will have time to relax and enjoy the waterfalls.

  • Minimum Age: 7
  • Maximum Weight: 230 lbs.
  • Duration: half-day, departs in the morning and returns in time for lunch
  • Passenger Minimum: 4
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Includes: transfers, guide, equipment, snack
  • What to Bring: secure sandals or sneakers, light comfortable clothing, light rain jacket or poncho (rainy season), sunscreen, hat or bandana, swimsuit, towel
  • Tour Type: active, nature

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]]> Los Suenos Canopy Zip-line Tour https://costaricaexperts.com/tours/los-suenos-canopy-zip-line-tour/ Thu, 25 Jun 2020 00:24:54 +0000 https://costaricaexperts.com/?post_type=tours&p=25475 This canopy zip-line tour is designed not only as an adrenaline adventure but a way to enjoy nature without harming the environment. You’ll take a quick ride to the top of the mountain on a special 40-passenger tractor, and then descend to the bottom via a series of zip lines with 15 platforms and 14 […]

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]]> This canopy zip-line tour is designed not only as an adrenaline adventure but a way to enjoy nature without harming the environment. You’ll take a quick ride to the top of the mountain on a special 40-passenger tractor, and then descend to the bottom via a series of zip lines with 15 platforms and 14 cables, and a total cable distance of 3.5 kilometers!

  • Minimum Age: 5 years
  • Maximum weight: 275 lbs.
  • Duration: half-day, departs in the morning and returns in time for lunch
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Includes: transfers, guide, equipment, entrance
  • What to Bring: comfortable clothes, secure shoes, sunscreen
  • Tour Type: adventure, active

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]]> Tarcoles River & Crocodile Adventure https://costaricaexperts.com/tours/tarcoles-river-crocodile-adventure/ Wed, 24 Jun 2020 23:59:58 +0000 https://costaricaexperts.com/?post_type=tours&p=25473 Explore the Tárcoles River for a chance to get up close and personal with some of its famous croc residents and other local wildlife! Your guide will identify mammals, birds, and reptiles that flourish in this mangrove system. From October through April, you might also spot seasonal migratory birds like ospreys, terns, cormorants, and frigates. […]

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]]> Explore the Tárcoles River for a chance to get up close and personal with some of its famous croc residents and other local wildlife! Your guide will identify mammals, birds, and reptiles that flourish in this mangrove system. From October through April, you might also spot seasonal migratory birds like ospreys, terns, cormorants, and frigates.

  • Duration: half-day, departs in the morning and returns in time for lunch
  • Difficulty: easy
  • Includes: guide, transfers, and entrance
  • What to Bring: comfortable clothes, sunscreen, hat, or bandana
  • Tour Type: nature

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]]> Manuel Antonio National Park Hike https://costaricaexperts.com/tours/manuel-antonio-national-park-tour-from-jaco/ Wed, 24 Jun 2020 22:57:12 +0000 https://costaricaexperts.com/?post_type=tours&p=25471 Early this morning, transfer by ground 1 – 1.5 hours to Manuel Antonio, where your naturalist guide will lead you on an informative hike through the beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park. Though the main attractions of this park are its two beaches, it also protects coastal rainforest, a mangrove swamp, coral formations, and 12 islands […]

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]]> Early this morning, transfer by ground 1 – 1.5 hours to Manuel Antonio, where your naturalist guide will lead you on an informative hike through the beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park. Though the main attractions of this park are its two beaches, it also protects coastal rainforest, a mangrove swamp, coral formations, and 12 islands that serve as seabird sanctuaries. The resident fauna includes 109 mammal species, with 3 species of monkeys, agouti, coatimundi, sloths, and 184 species of bird. After the tour, enjoy lunch before returning to your hotel.

*Manuel Antonio National Park is closed on Mondays.

  • Minimum Age: 5
  • Duration:  Full day, departs in the morning and returns after lunch
  • Difficulty: easy/moderate
  • Includes: transfers, guide, entrance, lunch
  • What to Bring: light comfortable clothing, light rain jacket or poncho (rainy season), sunscreen, hat or bandana, bug spray
  • Tour Type: active, nature

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]]> Savegre River Whitewater Rafting: Class II-III https://costaricaexperts.com/tours/savegre-river-whitewater-rafting-central-pacific/ Wed, 24 Jun 2020 22:08:07 +0000 https://costaricaexperts.com/?post_type=tours&p=25468 Early in the morning, you’ll transfer about 1.5 hours to the river put-in for paddling instruction and safety briefing. Your experienced guide will instruct you as you paddle down the thrilling rapids of Savegre. Once you reach the end of the river you will be able to take a closer look at your surroundings and […]

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]]> Early in the morning, you’ll transfer about 1.5 hours to the river put-in for paddling instruction and safety briefing. Your experienced guide will instruct you as you paddle down the thrilling rapids of Savegre. Once you reach the end of the river you will be able to take a closer look at your surroundings and admire the colorful flora and fauna of this rainforest river environment. Your guide will lead you to a stunning waterfall where you can stop for snacks and take a refreshing swim. After lunch, you will be driven back to your hotel.

  • Minimum Age: 10
  • Duration: Full day, departs early in the morning and returns late afternoon
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Includes: transfer, guide, equipment, lunch
  • What to Bring: secure rubber-soled shoes, light clothing you can get wet in, swimsuit, change of clothes & shoes, towel, hat or bandana, sunscreen
  • Tour Type: adventure, active

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]]> Villa Lapas Skyway Tour https://costaricaexperts.com/tours/villa-lapas-skyway-tour/ Tue, 23 Jun 2020 22:09:16 +0000 https://costaricaexperts.com/?post_type=tours&p=25466 The Villa Lapas natural reserve borders Carara National Park, making it an exciting way to explore the nature of Central Pacific Costa Rica. The SkyWay includes 5 hanging bridges, each measuring 100m in length, suspended 60m off the ground. Throughout the hike, you will see primary and secondary rainforest vegetation. Keep an eye out for […]

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]]> The Villa Lapas natural reserve borders Carara National Park, making it an exciting way to explore the nature of Central Pacific Costa Rica. The SkyWay includes 5 hanging bridges, each measuring 100m in length, suspended 60m off the ground. Throughout the hike, you will see primary and secondary rainforest vegetation. Keep an eye out for tropical bird species, a high concentration of which reside in neighboring Carara. You may also spot mammals and reptiles while you explore the reserve.

  • Minimum Age: 6
  • Duration: Half-day, departs early in the morning and returns late afternoon
  • Difficulty: easy
  • Includes: transfer, guide, entrance
  • What to Bring: closed-toe hiking shoes or sneakers, light comfortable clothing, light rain jacket or poncho (rainy season), sunscreen, hat or bandana, bug spray
  • Tour Type: adventure, active

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