Things to Do After Surfing in Jaco

Surfing is tiring. Here's how visitors often spend the rest of the day in and around Jacó.

Relax and Refuel

• Refuel after your lesson — snacks and drinks are included with our lessons, and there are plenty of restaurants and cafés in town.
• Watch the sunset over the Pacific from Jaco Beach or Playa Hermosa.

Nature

• Explore the forests and wildlife around the Central Pacific — guided tours are widely available.
• Look for scarlet macaws, which are often seen along this coast.

On the Water (Without a Board)

• Boat and fishing trips depart from the Los Sueños area.
• Sunset cruises and snorkelling trips run on calm days.

Adventure

• Zipline and canopy tours operate in the hills around Jacó.
• ATV and horseback tours are popular with groups.

Easy Days

Surfing uses muscles you didn't know you had. A pool day, a massage or an early night before tomorrow's session are all good options.

Plan Around the Waves

Surf in the morning when winds are often lighter and it's cooler, then plan activities for the afternoon. See the surfing calendar.

Ready to put this into practice? Book a surf lesson in Jaco — beginner lessons, private lessons ($140) or group lessons ($75), all taught by female surf instructors.