Things To Do
Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio
Manuel Antonio National Park, on Costa Rica’s central Pacific coast, encompasses rugged rainforest, white-sand beaches and coral reefs. It’s renowned for its vast diversity of tropical plants and wildlife, from three-toed sloths and endangered white-faced capuchin monkeys to hundreds of bird species. Easy walking trails with lots of tree cover. The park is open every day except Tuesdays, from 7:00am to 4:00pm. There is no parking on site but there is parking in lots close by. Make sure to have the location pulled up on your maps so that you don't end up in a lot that is actually far away from the park. The entry fee for the park is set at $18.08. You can get a guided tour but its easy to walk and spot animals on your own. Ticket purchases can only be made online through their website. No food is allowed but there is a small cafe serving light lunch inside the park.
Boat Tour to Tortuga Island
We did this snorkeling tour on Jose's 35th birthday and had a blast! Great trip with transportation and lunch included (we drove there ourselves). Clear water with lots of fish if you enjoy snorkeling or just spend time lying on the beach and enjoying some drinks from the island bar. (We loved the coco locos!)
ATV and Waterfalls in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos
For a taste of adventure while visiting Jaco, check out this bite-sized ATV tour to explore the surrounding landscapes. After a brief safety training, perfect your new skills on specially designed jungle trails that wind along muddy rivers. Enjoy the horsepower-fueled adrenaline rush that comes from riding ATVs combined with the peacefulness of the rainforest for a truly memorable experience.
Chocolate Experience in Jaco and Los Suenos
Costa Rica is renowned for its chocolate production and exports chocolate all around the world. On this tour, go behind-the-scenes at a traditional cocoa plantation, learn how chocolate is made from bean to bar, and sample the cocoa fruit. Get involved as you watch the chocolate-making process, then sample a variety of delicious chocolates and tropical fruits.
Zip Line Canopy Tour in Jaco & Los Suenos
We went ziplining for Melina's 30th birthday, the first time she ever visited Costa Rica. It was so much fun and the views from that height of the beach were amazing. Fly throug h the Costa Rican rainforest on this guided eco-friendly canopy tour. The ziplining adventure takes place at the Vista Los Sueños Adventure Park, which features a course that includes 12 platforms and 10 cables with a total distance of 2.2 miles (3.5 kilometers). During your journey, catch views of Herradura Bay and Island, as well as the Nicoya Gulf.
Tarcoles River Tour
Go in search of crocodiles and other wildlife on a boat cruise along the Tarcoles River, home to one of the largest populations of crocodiles in the world. Learn about the area’s flora and fauna from your guide as you cruise along the river, and keep an eye out for crocodiles, reptiles, and more than 50 bird species.