THINGS TO DO IN JACÓLess scrolling. More beach days.
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EXPERIENCE COSTA RICABeach & town days
Swim, stroll the dark-sand beach, try a beginner-friendly surf lesson if you want, then wander the commercial strip for casual food and sunset. Keep the schedule light—Jacó rewards an unhurried base day.
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EXPERIENCE COSTA RICANearby adventures
Half-day energy close to town: ATV or horseback outings, waterfall stops, zipline canopy tours, and wildlife time at Carara / Tárcoles without giving up your Jacó bed.
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EXPERIENCE COSTA RICADay trips from Jaco
Longer Central Pacific outings—Manuel Antonio park and beaches, boat/snorkel days (often via Herradura), or a fuller Costanera loop. Start early; return for a town evening.
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