When is the rainy season in Jaco Beach and what activities to do?

In summary, the months considered “rainiest” in Jaco Beach are: September, October and November, in fact these are the months considered “green season” in which the prices of hotels and tours tend to be cheaper than the rest of the year.

Jaco Beach, is one of the most visited tourist places in the pacific coast of Costa Rica. One of the main reasons is the proximity to the Juan Santa Maria International Airport, since Playa Jaco is 1.5 hours away by land transportation.

Characteristics of the rainy months in Jaco Beach

As we had mentioned, September to November are the months considered as highly rainy in the Pacific coast of the country. Although, there are times when, due to meteorological factors, the rainy season can arrive late or end earlier than expected, and even extend beyond the ordinary months. You know… no one has control over this.

• Daily patterns: Rains tend to be more frequent in the afternoons and evenings.
• Intensity: They can range from light drizzles to heavy tropical downpours.
• Duration: Showers can last from a few minutes to several hours.

When is the best time to visit Jaco Beach?

We are often asked, when is the best time to visit Jaco Beach? — And the truth is, it depends on the type of tourist you are. If you prefer to visit the hotels when there are not too many people, then the rainy season might be the best option. Although you probably won’t be able to enjoy the sun as you could do in the other months.

Keep in mind that, in most cases, the rainy season is ideal for those who are looking for tranquility, not having to constantly leave the hotel or condo where they are staying.

A few years ago, I met a guy who told me that he loved to visit Jaco Beach during the rainy season because it helped inspire him to write books. He said that the tranquility and the sound of the rain was his greatest inspiration. As I mentioned… it all depends on the type of tourist you are.

What are the most popular tours to do during the rainy season?

Of course, just because it’s rainy season, doesn’t mean that tour operators stop operating, in fact there are activities that are much more fun in the rainy season.

Here are the most popular tours in Jaco Beach for the rainy season, according to the main categories.

Relaxation: For those who come to relax

Jaco Beach, you have options for everyone. If you decide to visit Jaco during the rainy season, you can opt for relaxation activities or also activities that do not require too much physical activity, here are some of the most popular in the area.

Doing Yoga, meditation that helps you

In Jaco Beach there are several Yoga studios which you can visit, there is also the possibility of consulting the availability of classes at home.

Yoga classes are an excellent option to meditate, relax and live a close experience with yourself, this is an activity that can be done throughout the year and the rainy season is no exception.

Prices can vary between $15 and $70 (if it is at home you may be charged an additional amount). Sessions can be enjoyed at different times of the day, as well as different types of classes.

Professional massage in SPA or at home

Another of the most popular activities to enjoy during the rainy season in Jaco is the professional massage service. You can choose to come to the SPA (if you need transportation we can arrange it for you) or have a professional visit you at your hotel/condo.

Among the most popular massages are:

• Deep Tissue Massage: Ideal for those looking for a complete massage, in which a series of movements are performed on the muscles of the face and areas of the body that accumulate the most stress.
• Fibromyalgia: Although there is no definitive cure for Fibromyalgia, which is a chronic disease that affects the musculoskeletal system, massage can help improve your condition through relaxation.
• Foot Reflexology: Consists of an alternative manual therapy, it can help you relieve stress as well as relieve dollars in different areas of the body (besides the legs). This is your massage that will certainly help you relieve stress and some minor bucks in your body, without replacing traditional medicine.

Live the Costa Rican Culinary Experience

Costa Rica is popular for its nature, the Pura Vida, but also for its good food. During your stay in Jaco Beach, you can choose to hire a private chef at home.

Hiring a private chef in Jaco Beach can be an excellent option for honeymoons, special events or simply to learn more about Costa Rican culture and food in a personalized way.

When hiring a private chef, you can choose the type of food, it can be local or international food, the prices will depend on the dishes. For example, breakfast is approximately $30 per person, while dinner can be around $50 per person.

A simple walk on the beach, it’s free

If you simply want to relax without getting involved in any kind of programmable activity (tours), a very good option is to take a walk on the beach.

Jaco Beach is a gray/black sand beach with an extension of 4 kilometers (2.4 miles). Usually, sunrise and sunset are the best times to make the walk, even in rainy season, it can happen that you get to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset.

Keep in mind that: Jaco Beach has 3 creeks that run through it; however, during rainy season, it may happen that these creeks have a higher water level than normal, we recommend caution when crossing.

Explore: To get to know the biodiversity of the area.

In addition to beach, partying and surfing, Jaco Beach offers great destinations for those looking to explore the area’s biodiversity. Jaco Beach is surrounded by mountains and “transitional” forests such as Carara National Park, located just a 30-minutes drive from Jaco Beach.

Here are some of the most popular tours for those looking to explore the flora and fauna in and around the Jaco area.

Carara National Park

Carara National Park is a protected area that has the Certification of Sustainable Tourism (CST) for Protected Wildlife Areas (public and private), at the Basic level, granted by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT).

It is an excellent option for those who want to take a half day tour, in this park you can appreciate many types of birds and wild animals in the area such as deer, red macaws, sloths and more.

This tour is a great option to go with friends, family, or even alone. If you like nature and learn more about the biodiversity of the pacific of Costa Rica, the Carara National Park is an excellent option, it is located just 30 minutes from Jaco Beach.

Crocodile Tours in Tarcoles

This is one of the most popular half day tours in the Jaco Beach area. Located approximately 30 minutes from Jaco Beach, the Crocodile Tour, on the Tracoles River, allows you to discover the flora and fauna of the area.

The tour allows you to see up close, but safely, the largest crocodiles in the area, and you can also see birds native to the area as well as migratory birds.

Horseback riding tours in the Jaco Mountains

The horseback riding tour takes place in different areas near Jaco Beach, mostly in the nearby mountain area, where you will be able to get close to the nature of the area, while riding through different trails.

Adventure: Discovering Jaco and nearby towns

Near Jaco Beach you can enjoy a wide variety of half or full day tours. While we will show you some of the most popular adventure tours below, there are many other options, so we invite you to contact us or visit the tours section from this link.

ATV Tours

ATV tours are one of the best options to get to know the nearby towns as well as the mountains and tourist attractions in Jaco Beach. There are half day and full day options, that said; the length of the tour and what it includes will depend on the hours you have contracted.

Sportfishing

Sportfishing is one of the tours in which you can book a half or full day of fishing (depending on the type of fishing). It is important to mention that, during the rainy season, the sea can be a little rough, and the tour will depend on the sea conditions.

In the following table, you can find the sport fishing calendar in Los Suenos Marina, which is the place where the sport fishing boats leave from. As we can appreciate, during the rainy months (October, November) the most difficult fish to attract is the Wahoo (Acanthocybium Solandri).

Zipline Canopy

Firstly, we must clarify that in Costa Rica the word Canopy/ Zipline refers to the same tour, that is to say; the tour where you launch yourself by means of a pulley and a metallic cable, going through the treetops, from platform to platform.

This tour has an approximate duration of 2 hours, it is an excellent option for those who want an adventure tour, with a bit of adrenaline. Although the tour can be seen as challenging, the truth is that even children up to 12 years old can do it, because it is very safe.

Extreme: For adrenaline seekers.

If you are looking to get your adrenaline pumping, the rainy season is one of the best times to decide to take some of the most extreme tours in the area. Here are some of the most extreme tours, which are categorized for adults only.

White water rafting

This is a tour that takes place on the Naranjo or Savegre River located 2 hours (approximately) from Jaco Beach. Due to the rainy season, the river’s water level tends to rise, therefore the rapids are stronger. This is an ideal tour for those who have experience in this type of experience. The availability of the tour will depend on the weather, since safety comes first.

Canyoning & Rappel

This is a tour categorized as an adrenaline tour, although the difficulty of the tour may be much less than rafting in rainy season with rapids novel 5. However, this full day tour is ideal to enjoy the nature of the place as well as to have fun to the fullest.

As we have seen in this article, visiting Jaco Beach in the rainy season can offer different scenarios, both for those seeking tranquility as well as for those looking for adrenaline-filled tours.