Things to do in Jaco

Things to do in Jaco

222 ranked activities4 in the 90+ Club

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What are the best things to do in Jaco?

Outty ranks 222 bookable experiences in Jaco, Costa Rica. The highest scoring is Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna Waterfall, Hot Springs Combo Tour with Lunch & Dinner at 96 out of 100, followed by Jason Crocodile Tours, Jaco Beach Costa Rica Horseback Riding, Surf Lessons with Pro Team in Jacó. Prices start at $31 per person and 4 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club.

Ranked experiences
222
In the 90+ Club
4
From
$31 per person
Bookable today
120

Top tour operators in Jaco

The companies behind the experiences, ranked by how much of Jaco they cover.

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taxiGo.online - Booking Transfer & Taxi

1964 experiences across 302 cities

Avg Outty Ranking 44.5

Next Experience Travel

79 experiences across 16 cities

Avg Outty Ranking 50.4

Destination Services Costa Rica

43 experiences across 10 cities

Avg Outty Ranking 56.4

Guanacaste Airport Shuttle Cr

40 experiences across 7 cities

Avg Outty Ranking 57.4

COSTA RICA SHUTTLE GROUP

36 experiences across 9 cities

Avg Outty Ranking 47.4

Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park

27 experiences across 2 cities

Avg Outty Ranking 64.3

Tucanes Tours

26 experiences across 4 cities

Avg Outty Ranking 62.4

Tico Paradise Costa Rica

25 experiences across 8 cities

Avg Outty Ranking 50.0

Most Popular in Jaco

The experiences travelers book most right now.

Most Highly Reviewed in Jaco

Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

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Last Minute in Jaco

Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

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Family Friendly in Jaco

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

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Food & Drink in Jaco

Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

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Culture & History in Jaco

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

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Outdoors in Jaco

Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Nightlife in Jaco

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

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Highest rated in Jaco

The top of the Outty Ranking across 222 local experiences

  1. 1Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna Waterfall, Hot Springs Combo Tour with Lunch & Dinner14h • from $19995.7
  2. 2Jason Crocodile Tours1.8h • from $4991.2
  3. 3Jaco Beach Costa Rica Horseback Riding2h • from $4791.0
  4. 4Surf Lessons with Pro Team in Jacó2h • from $4990.7
  5. 5Taste of Costa Rica: Traditional Food Tour in Jaco3h • from $9988.2
  6. 6Amazing 3-Hour Jaco ATV Tour & Jungle Waterfall3h • from $10587.3
  7. 7Hike 10 waterfalls in Jaco lunch included3h • from $5586.8
  8. 8Guided visit to Carara National Park (Ticket included)2h • from $4585.9
  9. 9Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours2h • from $4184.9
  10. 10Jungle Crocodile Safari: Tarcoles River Crocodile Tour1.8h • from $4084.6
  11. 11Ocean View Zip Line + 3hr ATV & Waterfalls Combo Tour5h • from $14584.4
  12. 12Off-Road ATV Waterfall & Delicious Rainforest Lunch (4hrs)4h • from $13984.3

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What are the top 15 things to do in Jaco?

Our ranked guide lists the 15 best experiences in Jaco with prices, time needed and quick picks for families, rainy days and last-minute plans. Read the answer

Planning questions about Jaco

What are the best things to do in Jaco?
Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna Waterfall, Hot Springs Combo Tour with Lunch & Dinner is the highest ranked experience in Jaco, scoring 96 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 742 traveler reviews. Jason Crocodile Tours, Jaco Beach Costa Rica Horseback Riding, Surf Lessons with Pro Team in Jacó, Taste of Costa Rica: Traditional Food Tour in Jaco round out the top five. Outty ranks 222 bookable experiences in Jaco, Costa Rica, and 4 of them score 90 or above.
How much do activities in Jaco cost?
The median price across everything we rank in Jaco is $98 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $31 on Carara National Park Tour. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
Can I book something in Jaco for today?
Yes. 120 of the top 120 experiences we rank in Jaco currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
Is Jaco good for families?
Yes. 13 of the experiences we rank in Jaco are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
How many days do you need in Jaco?
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
When is the best time to visit Jaco?
Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
Can I cancel a booking in Jaco?
118 of the 120 experiences we rank in Jaco offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
How does the Outty Ranking work?
Every experience in Jaco gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Jaco so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.

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Last Minute 215Outdoors 160Culture & History 56Family Friendly 28Nightlife 22Food & Drink 17Most Highly Reviewed 8Most Popular 3

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