Best overall
Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna Waterfall, Hot Springs Combo Tour with Lunch & Dinner
Highest Outty Ranking in the city right now.
Outty Ranking 96 · from $199
Things to do in Jaco, compared
We rank 222 experiences in Jaco, Costa Rica, and compare the top 20 on ranking, price, length, and traveler rating. The strongest overall is Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna Waterfall, Hot Springs Combo Tour with Lunch & Dinner at 96 out of 100, the lowest entry price is $31 per person, and 4 experiences sit in the Outty 90+ Club. Traveler ratings shown here are provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Which one should you book?
Best value
Carara National Park Small-Group Tour
The lowest price we rank above 70, so cheap without being a compromise.
Outty Ranking 72 · from $35
Best with kids
Surf Lesson + Beach day in Jaco Beach!
Top ranked experience the operator lists as family friendly.
Outty Ranking 84 · from $52
Most proven
Amazing 3-Hour Jaco ATV Tour & Jungle Waterfall
The deepest traveler review history of anything we rank here.
Outty Ranking 87 · from $105
Best short trip
Jason Crocodile Tours
The quickest strong option when you only have a spare morning.
Outty Ranking 91 · from $49
Full comparison
| Experience | Outty Ranking | Verdict | From | Duration | Traveler rating | Cancellation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna Waterfall, Hot Springs Combo Tour with Lunch & Dinner | 96 | Peak Performance | $199 | 14h | 5.0/5 (742) | Free to 24h before |
| Jason Crocodile Tours | 91 | 90+ Club | $49 | 1.8h | 5.0/5 (481) | Free to 24h before |
| Jaco Beach Costa Rica Horseback Riding | 91 | 90+ Club | $47 | 2h | 4.9/5 (529) | Free to 24h before |
| Surf Lessons with Pro Team in Jacó | 91 | 90+ Club | $49 | 2h | 5.0/5 (510) | Free to 24h before |
| Taste of Costa Rica: Traditional Food Tour in Jaco | 88 | Exceptional | $99 | 3h | 5.0/5 (333) | Free to 24h before |
| Amazing 3-Hour Jaco ATV Tour & Jungle Waterfall | 87 | Exceptional | $105 | 3h | 4.9/5 (910) | Free to 24h before |
| Hike 10 waterfalls in Jaco lunch included | 87 | Exceptional | $55 | 3h | 4.9/5 (190) | Free to 24h before |
| Guided visit to Carara National Park (Ticket included) | 86 | Exceptional | $45 | 2h | 4.9/5 (256) | Free to 24h before |
| Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours | 85 | Exceptional | $41 | 2h | 4.9/5 (156) | Free to 24h before |
| Jungle Crocodile Safari: Tarcoles River Crocodile Tour | 85 | Exceptional | $40 | 1.8h | 4.8/5 (324) | Free to 24h before |
| Ocean View Zip Line + 3hr ATV & Waterfalls Combo Tour | 84 | Exceptional | $145 | 5h | 4.9/5 (214) | Free to 24h before |
| Off-Road ATV Waterfall & Delicious Rainforest Lunch (4hrs) | 84 | Exceptional | $139 | 4h | 4.9/5 (353) | Free to 24h before |
| Surf Lesson + Beach day in Jaco Beach! | 84 | Exceptional | $52 | 2h | 5.0/5 (121) | Free to 24h before |
| Monkey Crocodile Sloths and Beach Experience | 83 | Exceptional | $88 | 3.5h | 4.9/5 (144) | Free to 24h before |
| Canyoning in Jaco | 83 | Exceptional | $112 | 4.5h | 5.0/5 (129) | Free to 24h before |
| Full Day Pass Jaco Jungle Adventure Five in One with Lunch | 82 | Exceptional | $199 | 7.5h | 4.8/5 (268) | Free to 24h before |
| Tortuga Island Private Boat Tour from Jaco with Snorkel, Meals | 82 | Exceptional | $200 | 8.5h | 5.0/5 (85) | Free to 24h before |
| Guided Walking Street Art & Graffiti Tour in Jaco Costa Rica | 82 | Exceptional | $39 | 2h | 5.0/5 (79) | Free to 24h before |
| Snorkeling & Wildlife Tour to Playa Fantasia | 82 | Exceptional | $159 | 4.5h | 4.8/5 (291) | Free to 24h before |
| Crocodile River Adventure Tour in Costa Rica | 81 | Exceptional | $45 | 2h | 5.0/5 (72) | Free to 24h before |
Traveler ratings and review counts are provided by Viator and Tripadvisor. The Outty Ranking is our own evaluation and is calculated independently of them.