Explore Jaco?s rice fields or forests with a 1-, 2-, or 3-hour 4X4 buggy tour that?s a family-friendly way to get off the beaten path. Follow your guide along a tropical river and spot the bright birds that nest alongside the water, then enjoy sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. Discover waterfalls hidden in the trees and zoom up the side of a mountain, and tailor your adventure to your time, interests and group.
Highlights
- Get off the beaten track in a 4×4
- Choice of several departures throughout the day
- Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city
- Family friendly
- Get inside tips from a local
- All necessary equipment included
What You Can Expect
1 Hour: Rainforest Express
You begin at our shop in the center of Jaco; the guide takes you in direction of the rice fields behind Jaco where depending on the level, you can cross the river in various spots or ride along the riverside if you don?t like to get wet meanwhile your surrounded by butterfly trees and depending on the season and hours of the day you can admire the variety of wild birds. Such as scarlet macaws, toucans, hawks, and falcons. Then you will head to the nearest ocean view where you can enjoy another perspective of the city of Jaco. Very ideal for a sunset tour.
2 Hour: Extreme Vista
You begin at our shop in the center of Jaco; the guide takes you in direction of the rainforest where you start to have chances of seeing nature and wildlife. You will come to a small waterfall where you can make your first stop to take some nice photos, after that depending on your driving skills, you will begin to drive up the mountain in the direction of the peek. Once you are there you will have a second stop where you can enjoy the magnificent views of Playa Jaco, Peninsula Nicoya, Gulf of Nicoya, Tortuga Island, and Manuel Antonio. Then you head to the Rancho of Do?a Marta where you can use the restroom, buy a drink, or eat some of here delicious empanadas cooked on a wood burning stove, enjoying an amazing panoramic view of ocean and mountains. After enjoying great views and trails we proceed back to the shop.
3 Hour: Waterfall Jumper & 4 Hour: Extreme Rainforest
You begin at our shop in the center of Jaco; the guide takes you in direction of the rainforest where you have chances of seeing wildlife. Such as Parrots, Toucans, White-nosed Coati, Tayras, various types of Lizards and occasionally white face monkeys. Then you will come to a small waterfall where you can make your first stop to take some nice photos, after that depending on your driving skills, you will begin to drive up the mountain in the direction of the peek. Once you are there you will have a second stop where you can enjoy the magnificent views of Playa Jaco, Peninsula Nicoya, Gulf of Nicoya, Tortuga Island, and Manuel Antonio. Your guide will then take you to a big waterfall that is approximately 30 feet tall; you can take a swim, or take pictures and relax for a few minutes enjoying the river and the mist from the waterfall. After enjoying greats views, waterfall and an amazing tour we proceed back to the shop. Options to choose different routes to different waterfalls.
Inclusions
- Use of helmet
- Entrance fees
- Fuel surcharge
- Local guide
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional info
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
- Minimum age is 18 years old to drive
- Credit Card required on the day of the tour for Security Reasons & to complete the tour contract.
Voucher info
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Local operator information
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Schedule and Pricing
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Departure point
AXR Main Office
Departure time
8am, 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, 5pm
Duration
Flexible
Return details
Returns to the original departure point