Top Jaco Classes & Workshops

This Jaco ATV tour may be short, but it doesn’t skimp on adventure, making it a great choice for exploring the Costa Rican rain forest in just a couple of hours. Get behind the wheel of an ATV and follow your personal guide over rugged mountainous terrain, past ocean vista points, and right by a small waterfall.

On this Jaco off-road ATV tour, it’s all about the journey—and the destinations. Take a thrilling ride through rugged mountain terrain en route to a vista point and two waterfalls, one of which has a 15-foot (4.5-meter) jump to try (if you dare). Be sure to bring a swimsuit to refresh yourself in the natural pool either way.

Whether you want to relax or be more active, this full-day catamaran tour to Tortuga Island from Jaco delivers. The island has some of the most unspoiled beaches in Costa Rica, ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Make use of the jacuzzi on board and go for a fun banana boat ride if you wish. This is a fun day out that couples and groups of friends will love.

Set off on a leisurely horseback ride along the beach in Esterillos Este, Costa Rica. This small-group tour is a great way to admire the beautiful coastal scenery of Costa Rica. Ride through jungles and admire the local flora and fauna including almond trees, toucans, and sloths until you reach the Esterillos Este Beach on the Pacific Ocean.

Experience the Costa Rican jungle from an exciting perspective on this private ATV tour. Traverse rivers, beaches, jungle paths, and muddy trails in the Jaco Beach area, and learn about your surroundings from your dedicated guide. Enjoy photo stops and a chance to relax on the beach for a bit before concluding the experience.

Ride a horse into the jungle on a 1.5-hour tour from Jaco to a towering waterfall, ancient groves of trees and a remote valley ranch. Watch for white-faced monkeys, toucans and macaws as you guide your Costa Rican stepping horse along the trail and enjoy the cool spray from the 180-foot (55-meter) El Encanto waterfall. Take in stunning views of the thickly forested landscape, then finish your tour with fresh fruit and juice at the scenic ranch.

Escape to a secluded beach paradise on a day cruise to Playa Fantasia, a hidden stretch of sand on the Nicoya Peninsula that's only accessible by boat. Enjoy the 40-minute catamaran ride from Jaco Beach, and spend several hours relaxing on beach hammocks or trying water sports like surfing, snorkeling, and boogie boarding. Stay refreshed with included tropical cocktails and a fresh chef’s lunch prepared right on the beach.

Go horseback riding, ziplining, waterfall rappelling, and ATV-ing on this adventure-filled all-day guided tour in the Jaco Jungle. Saddle up on a Costa Rican stepping horse and ride past giant trees, monkeys, and nesting macaws. Then, learn how to rappel down a waterfall before ziplining through the rainforest setting. Finish the day with an afternoon ATV ride. A Costa Rican lunch is also included.

At the end of a fantastic vacation in Costa Rica, the last thing you need is to deal with chaotic or late taxi drivers. Pre-book this private shuttle from Jaco Beach to San Jose or the airport to simplify things. Your driver will meet you in your hotel lobby and take you to your destination. All you need to do is sit back and relax.

If you’ve always wanted to learn to surf, Jaco is a great place to finally do it. During the two-hour lesson you’ll learn to paddle, stand up, drop into waves, and ride. By the end of the lesson you should be ready to stand and ride your first wave. Receive personalized attention in a small-group lesson that will be tailored to your experience level.

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.

This private Costa Rican cooking class in Jacó lets you work closely with a chef to learn recipes and techniques unique to the region’s cuisine. Cook healthy and classic dishes like ceviche and soup alongside a published cookbook author, with the option of cooking in her home kitchen or yours for the ultimate convenience. This class culminates in a filling and delicious lunch.

Come and discover nature at its best in our private and exclusive 80-acre property, where you will also enjoy our own private waterfalls and natural swimming pools.

Our surf lessons are unique because you will get 1 on 1 guidance from our instructor. Personalized instruction based on your skill and athletic ability. They will teach you knowledge of the ocean, the tides, as well as tips & tricks around our local area!

In this online cooking class, you will learn about our Costa Rican cuisine, the ingredients that characterize it, and how to prepare simple and staple dishes that can easily be repeated at home. Also, you will get a special promo code that will offer you a discount to use to purchase my cookbook, Living Longer, Healthier & Happier - Recipes from Costa Rica

Learn everything you ever wanted to know about chocolate-making and get to try your hand at producing some yourself, with this immersive experience. You'll start with a walk through the forest, where you'll learn about local plants and animals, including cacao. You'll then be guided through the chocolate-making process, with the chance to do a bit of chocolate mixing—and tasting—yourself.

Learn to prepare traditional Costa Rican dishes during a half-day cooking class and meal at a private home in Playa Jaco. Your chef-host shows you how to make two or three typical foods using fresh local ingredients. After helping with the prep and cooking, head to the table to enjoy your lunch or dinner with your host and her family.

Enjoy a private and authentic online cooking class and learn to make Melissa's family recipe for ceviche, a popular Latin American seafood dish made from fresh raw fish spiced and cured in fresh citrus juices. You will also learn to make a typical Costa Rican comfort food called picadillo de papa, a savory ground beef and potato dish. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. A fun and cultural virtual cooking experience with a Costa Rican native! • Learn to make traditional Costa Rican white fish ceviche and picadillo de papa • Private, one-on-one online instruction with a Costa Rican native • Introduction to Costa Rica's culture and cuisine • Scheduled mutually at your convenience (host lives in Jaco, Costa Rica (GMT-6) ) • Recipes and ingredients list will be emailed in advance of class • Customization available for dietary restrictions or preferences • Travel from your own home and learn culinary traditions of Costa Rica!

We offer the bike park, so you can come to train and practice your bmx tricks, and you can also watch pro bmx rider Kenneth Tencio train. We have bmx bike rentals in case you don't have your own, and we also offer bmx lessons for all ages. Also we are the unique park in all Jacó and surroundings.