Day Trips from Jacó

Day trips

Jacó works well as a base for the Central Pacific.

Updated: October 29, 2026. Listings, schedules and prices change; always confirm on the booking page.

Rock arch on the Pacific coast, Costa Rica · Photo: WildPhotography.com

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Trip	Approx. drive	Book
Carara National Park	20–30 min	Guided walk
Manuel Antonio	About 1.5 h	Park guide
Tortuga Island	Transfer plus boat	Full day
Naranjo River	About 1.5 h	Rafting

JacóViator

Guided visit to Carara National Park (Ticket included)

Carara.

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Manuel AntonioGetYourGuide

Manuel Antonio National Park: Guided Tour with a Naturalist

Manuel Antonio naturalist tour.

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JacóViator

All Inclusive Catamaran Day Tour to Tortuga Island

Tortuga Island catamaran.

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JacóViator

Naranjo River Rafting Class III IV - From Jaco

Naranjo rafting.

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