Las Monas Rainforest Exploration: Discover Hidden Waterfalls and Enjoy Local Cuisine

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Las Monas Rainforest, exploring hidden waterfalls and immersing yourself in local culture. Swim in natural pools, taste local cuisine, and learn about medicinal plants. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Jaco - We will take you to Las Monas (the monkeys) Rainforest. It is a 25 minute hike in to the jungle you will be learning about the natural vegetation used for medicine by the natives of Las Monas.
    The Experience lasts 2.5-3.5 hours depending on how long you would like to be at each waterfall and swim in the natural pools. You do not have to swim…
What's Included
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
Additional Information

Join us for an enlightening venture into Las Monas (the monkeys) Rainforest. A 25-minute hike into the wilderness will lead you to marvelous insights about the native plants used for medicinal purposes by the inhabitants of Las Monas.
Depending on your convenience, the entire excursion may last between 2.5 to 3.5 hours, which includes visiting each…

Location
J97C+V9P
We will meet at the meeting point at the playa Hermosavacation office in Jaco, Bohio .street
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Christie_a
Jul 21, 2025
Absolutely Unforgettable – Pablo Made This Experience Magical! - This was hands-down one of the best tours we did in Costa Rica. Pablo is an amazing guide – knowledgeable, passionate, and incredibly friendly. He took us to 10 hidden waterfalls, each more beautiful than the last, with zero crowds and breathtaking scenery.
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Teri_b
Jul 20, 2025
Don’t miss cataratas with Pablo - We had the best time with Pablo on this epic waterfall hike!!! We had 3 adults and 2 kids (9 & 11). Pablo is very knowledgeable and made us all feel totally safe!! The hike is 4 miles total and moderate at times. Note your shoes will get wet! The adults wore tennis shoes and the kids wore crocs but you definitely need good shoes not flip flops. This was a highlight for our trip!! 100% recommend!!
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Laura_c
Jul 4, 2025
Fantastic tour! - I highly recommend this tour! Pablo brought my husband and I out on the tour. We went in July during the shoulder season, so the area was not crowded at all. It was a lovely overcast day, which kept the temperature very reasonable. We certainly still sweat plenty!The waterfalls are beautiful and Pablo was a great tour guide who helped to keep us safe. Please make sure to bring appropriate shoes. You will be going in and out of rivers and waterfalls the whole time. Some areas are very slick so you want shoes with good grip. We showed Pablo both our keens, te as, and hiking boots. He said hiking boots, and he was right! The waterfalls are beautiful and Pablo was a great tour guide who helped to keep us safe. Please make sure to bring appropriate shoes. You were going in and out of Rivers and waterfalls the whole time. We showed Pablo both our Teva‘s, Keens, and hiking boots and he recommended the hiking boots. Definitely the right choice! I recommend being a moderate to good shape to do this hike. It’s about 4 miles round-trip with a decent amount of it going uphill. Just remember, waterfalls need height! We met for the tour in downtown Jaco. We had to drive in and were worried about parking, but there was plenty of parking on the street. Just make sure not to park in the yellow zones. It ended up being no problem at all. The lunch afterwards was lovely. The whole thing was very well organized and I highly recommend this tour. It will be a highlight of your trip!
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Becky_w
Jun 12, 2025
Amazing! - Pablo was an amazing guide. He was very patient, and he made every step seem easy even when I was freaking out a little on the inside. I think you do need to have at least some level of fitness to participate, and if you never do anything active this might be difficult. The views were stunning. Costa Rica is beautiful, and her beauty is on full display on this hike.
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Renee_s
Jun 10, 2025
Thanks Pablo - Pablo was an amazing guide and a genuinely nice person. The trip was truly an adventure and you are at one with nature! You must ask for Pablo! He was patient and happy to take pictures to restore our memories.
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Jamie_h
Jun 10, 2025
Absolutely breathtaking - Wow — just wow! This 10-waterfall hike was absolutely breathtaking. Pablo, my tour guide, was incredible! He was so knowledgeable about the rainforest and shared tons of insight about the wildlife we encountered, including frogs, spiders, centipedes, birds, ants, and various plants throughout the trail. I definitely recommend wearing water shoes with strong traction — the rocks can get very slippery. And yes, you’ll want to be in at least moderate shape to complete the hike, but don’t worry — Pablo is extremely patient, encouraging, and will go at your pace. Plus, he’s an amazing photographer! He captured some unforgettable moments along the way. The 10th waterfall? A complete dream — words don’t do it justice. You truly have to experience it to believe it. To top it off, the fresh fruit at the end of the hike was the perfect refreshing treat, and the lunch was phenomenal. I can’t recommend this adventure enough — it’s an experience you’ll never forget!
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Jack_v
Jun 9, 2025
Spectacular - This was amazing! What a fun and challenging trek. Be prepared to get wet as you spend half of your time literally tromping through the river water. Not for the faint of heart. Spectacular!
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Demi_s
Apr 15, 2025
Challenging but WORTH IT - Definitely challenging, absolutely worth it. The guides were very knowledgeable and made the experience safe and enjoyable. I’m thankful I heeded the warnings of the difficulty of the hike, what shoes to wear, and to be in good shape/ not hungover. 🤣 Pablo and his crew were great, kept us safe, and empowered us to make it through. I would absolutely do this again and would want Pablo to lead us through. Blessings and pura vida
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Kevin_h
Apr 13, 2025
Great hike. Loved... - Great hike. Loved climbing the waterfalls and swimming in them. Our guides were wonderful and gave us lots of time to enjoy the experience. Lunch provided was very tasty.
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Cheryl_k
Apr 10, 2025
Sabastian and Samuel were AMAZING guides! Highly recommend them for the waterfall tour! - I would highly recommend Sabastian and Samuel as guides! Some of the climbs can be tricky and they both ensured we knew exactly where to step and helped lend a hand when needed. They were always watching our steps. They were friendly and engaging, making the experience even more enjoyable. We had three excursions while in Jaco and this was a favorite! Our guide's Pura Vita attitude was awesome!
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From $85
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).