Jacó, Costa Rica
Jacó is a destination in Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Best time to visit: December to April is dry and hot. The green season has bigger waves for experienced surfers.
Key facts
| Region | Puntarenas, Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Best time to visit | December to April is dry and hot. The green season has bigger waves for experienced surfers. |
| How to get there | About 1.5 hours from San José airport by car or shuttle. |
Jacó is the closest beach town to San José: surf, sportfishing, ATV tours, crocodile safaris on the Tárcoles River and Carara National Park's scarlet macaws.
Best time to visit
December to April is dry and hot. The green season has bigger waves for experienced surfers.
How to get there
About 1.5 hours from San José airport by car or shuttle.
New places are on the way.
Questions travelers ask
How far is Jacó from San José?
About 90 minutes by car or shuttle.
Where can I see crocodiles?
At the Tárcoles River bridge or on a river safari, 20 minutes north.
Is Jacó good for beginner surfers?
Yes, the central beach has gentle waves most of the year.
Can I do a day trip to Manuel Antonio?
Yes, it's about 1 hour south.
Where can I see scarlet macaws?
Carara National Park, 25 minutes north, especially early morning.