Jaco to Dominical and Uvita: Private day trip
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About your trip
Travel south along Costa Rica's spectacular Pacific coast, where world-class surfing meets seasonal whale migrations. Experience surf culture and marine wildlife with comfortable transport through coastal rainforest while you anticipate encounters with perfect waves and humpback whales.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Jaco whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Your professional Daytrip driver will meet you at your accommodation in Jaco and transport you safely to Dominical, then to Uvita, allowing you to explore surf destinations and whale-watching areas, and to showcase the water-sports culture and marine conservation.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions in Dominical and Uvita should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From €70
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€211
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Jaco
You choose the pickup spot.
1
Dominical
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 hours - admission not included


Discover this laid-back surfing destination where consistent Pacific waves meet bohemian culture and an authentic Costa Rican coastal lifestyle. Experience excellent surf breaks where professional instruction and equipment rental provide comprehensive surfing opportunities while maintaining environmental consciousness. Learn about surf culture, ocean safety, and environmental conservation while participating in surfing lessons or enjoying laid-back time on the sand. Local restaurants serve organic cuisine and health-focused foods for the perfect coastal lunch break.
2
Uvita
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 h 30 min - admission not included


Experience Costa Rica's premier whale watching destination, where seasonal humpback whale migrations create spectacular marine wildlife viewing opportunities. while community-based conservation and sustainable tourism support both species protection and local economic development. Participate in whale watching tours with professional guides to learn more about whale biology, migration patterns, and conservation efforts. Local establishments serve traditional cuisine.
Back to Jaco
We’ll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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