Jacó Rainforest Hike & Natural Pools
Follow rainforest trails and river crossings above Jacó, discover waterfalls and enjoy optional swims in natural pools, with a Costa Rican meal.
The experience
What to expect.
Begin with a Costa Rican meal at base camp, then travel by 4×4 into a private reserve in the rainforest hills above Jacó. Along the way, your guide introduces the plants, birds and landscape, with glimpses of the Pacific coast between the trees.
Follow forest trails, riverbeds and bridges to a large waterfall and smaller cascades. Four natural pools offer opportunities to swim or simply pause beside the water. Allow approximately four hours for the outing.
Quick Highlights
• Guided rainforest trails, riverbeds and bridges
• Waterfalls and four natural pools
• Optional swimming
• 4×4 access and a Costa Rican meal
What's Included
- English- and Spanish-speaking naturalist guides
- Guided rainforest and waterfall walk
- Access to natural swimming pools along the route
- 4×4 access to the private reserve
- Costa Rican meal
- Roundtrip hotel transportation within the local coverage area
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Shared Tour: Join other travellers on a guided group tour. Price per person.
Private Tour: Base covers up to 4 guests; additional guests cost extra. Maximum 10 guests. Better value for your group: as your group grows, the average price per person goes down. Select your guests to see your group total.
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