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Wildlife Nature · Jaco, Puntarenas
In 90–120 minutes you’ll sit at water level with guides who read the river like a book. Expect dense populations of American crocodiles, abundant shorebirds, and a compact wild-history lesson framed by mangroves and Pacific tides.
Read the story →Motorized Land · Jaco, Puntarenas Province
Sit in, buckle up, and let a skilled guide show you how Costa Rica’s Central Pacific unfolds—ridge by ridge—on a 90-minute UTV adventure from Jaco. Expect ocean flashes, rainforest pockets, and a curated dose of off-road fun.
Read the story →Water Activities · Jaco, Puntarenas
Skim a river threaded with mangroves, photograph American crocodiles at eye level, and learn from local guides about the estuary that sustains them. This two-hour tour is short on time but long on wildlife and practical insights.
Read the story →Wildlife Nature · Puntarenas, Puntarenas Province
Glide mangrove-lined channels in search of crocodiles, spot toucans from a hillside viewpoint, and eat a truly local casado—this eight-hour eco-safari packs Costa Rica’s Pacific coast into one memorable day.
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