Living in Jacó · English / Español

Live Jacó: Life on the Central Pacific.

Neighborhoods, daily routines, and weekends on Costa Rica’s Central Pacific, about 90 minutes by road from San José.

River mouth and beach along Jacó’s shoreline (aerial) · Photo: WildPhotography.com

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Why people choose Jacó

A beach town close to San José and the international airport (SJO).
Supermarkets, banks, clinics and restaurants in town.
Quick access to surf, boats, forest and golf at Los Sueños.

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Weekends

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Tortuga Island Snorkel and Sunset Cruise from Jacó

Snorkel and sunset at Tortuga Island.

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Guided visit to Carara National Park (Ticket included)

A morning in Carara National Park.

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Guides

Los Sueños resort grounds and Herradura Bay (aerial), Central Pacific · Photo: WildPhotography.com

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Regional Comparison: Jacó vs Guanacaste vs the Central Valley

Comparison: Jacó versus Playas del Coco (Guanacaste) and Escazú (Central Valley).

Beach chairs and umbrellas on Jacó Beach · Photo: WildPhotography.com

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Your First Month in Jacó: A Practical Checklist

The things that make settling in easier.

Sunset over Jacó Beach, Central Pacific · Photo: WildPhotography.com

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Living Through the Green Season in Jacó

Afternoon rain, green hills and quieter beaches.