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South Pacific & Talamanca Foothills · 3.5 hours from SJO via Costanera Sur (Route 34)

Uvita, Dominical & Osa Coast (Costa Ballena): 4x4, ATV & UTV Adventure Tours

Where the Talamanca mountains plunge straight into the Pacific—home to Costa Rica's steepest 4x4 waterfall canyons and primary jungle ridges.

Primary Meeting Point:: Dominical bridge entrance, Platanillo mountain corridor (Route 243), and Uvita / Bahía Ballena
Hotel & Villa Pickup Coverage:: Selected pickup in Dominical, Uvita, and Quepos, or direct self-drive meet-up at the Nauyaca / Uvita staging gate
Local Trail Terrain:: Vertical jungle coastal mountains (Fila Costeña), deep river canyons, two-tier Nauyaca Waterfalls, and San Josecito ridge tracks.
Available Vehicle Formats:: Guide-driven 4x4 safari trucks (ideal for steep canyon grades) and guided mountain ATVs.

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Uvita, Dominical & Osa Coast (Costa Ballena) off-road trails

Verified Off-Road Excursions in Uvita, Dominical & Osa Coast (Costa Ballena) & Nearby Hubs

Nauyaca Waterfalls Guided 4x4 Safari Truck & Swimming Excursion

                GUIDED 4x4 PASSENGER EXCURSION
              

★ 5.0 (457 reviews)

                Uvita, Dominical & Osa Coast · 5.5 HOURS
                From $155
              

Nauyaca Waterfalls Guided 4x4 Safari Truck & Swimming Excursion

Best for: Families, photographers, and travelers who want deep backcountry waterfall access without driving an ATV themselves.

Departure Location:: Quepos / Dominical / Platanillo Mountain Corridor
Pickup Coverage:: Pickup from Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Dominical, and Uvita coastal corridor
Vehicle & Operator:: High-Clearance 4x4 Safari Truck (Guide-Operated) — Ride with a Guide (Guided 4x4 Passenger Excursion)
Driver / Passenger Rules:: No driver's license needed — professional local driver handles the steep 4x4 canyon descent. Suitable for ages 5+.
Vehicle Capacity:: Up to 12 passengers per open-air 4x4 safari truck
Pricing Basis:: Priced per person (all entrance fees, 4x4 canyon transport, and lunch included).
Confirmed Inclusions:: Guide-driven 4x4 transport down to the two-tiered Nauyaca canyon, park admission, natural pool swimming & Costa Rican lunch.

              ✓ Free 24h cancellation
              Code: 161424P2
            

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Amazing 3-Hour Jacó ATV Tour & Jungle Waterfall

                SELF-DRIVE ATV TOUR
              

★ 4.9 (910 reviews)

                Jacó & Los Sueños / Herradura · 3 HOURS
                From $105
              

Amazing 3-Hour Jacó ATV Tour & Jungle Waterfall

Best for: First-time & intermediate riders wanting coastal ridge lookouts + a private rainforest waterfall swim.

Departure Location:: Central Jacó Adventure Basecamp (5 mins from Los Sueños Resort)
Pickup Coverage:: Complimentary hotel/villa pickup in Jacó Beach, Playa Hermosa, and Herradura / Los Sueños
Vehicle & Operator:: Single or Double 4WD ATV (Honda / CFMOTO 400–500cc) — Drive Yourself on a Guided Trail Tour
Driver / Passenger Rules:: Drivers: 18+ with valid driver's license & credit card for security deposit. Passengers: 8+ years old.
Vehicle Capacity:: 1 rider (Single ATV) or 2 riders (Double ATV)
Pricing Basis:: Priced per ATV (Single ATV ~$105; Double ATV carries 2 riders for a minor passenger upgrade fee).
Confirmed Inclusions:: Bilingual trail guide, DOT helmet, goggles, private waterfall entrance fee, fresh tropical fruit & bottled water.

              ✓ Free 24h cancellation
              Code: 34495P3
            

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Jacó & Herradura Off-Road Side-by-Side UTV Buggy Expedition

                SIDE-BY-SIDE UTV / BUGGY
              

★ 4.8 (134 reviews)

                Jacó & Los Sueños / Herradura · 2 TO 4 HOURS
                From $120
              

Jacó & Herradura Off-Road Side-by-Side UTV Buggy Expedition

Best for: Couples and families who prefer a steering wheel, foot pedals, and side-by-side seating over straddling an ATV.

Departure Location:: Jacó North Off-Road Depot near Herradura
Pickup Coverage:: Hotel & condo pickup included across Jacó and Herradura / Los Sueños Marina zone
Vehicle & Operator:: 4x4 Side-by-Side UTV Buggy (Roll Cage, Bucket Seats & Steering Wheel) — Drive Yourself on a Guided Trail Tour
Driver / Passenger Rules:: Drivers: 18+ with valid driver's license. Passengers: 5+ years old (seatbelts & roll-cage protection).
Vehicle Capacity:: 2 to 4 riders per UTV buggy
Pricing Basis:: Priced per person (2-rider minimum) or per UTV vehicle depending on group size — check live calendar.
Confirmed Inclusions:: 4x4 side-by-side UTV, bilingual trail lead, safety gear, river crossing route & mountain viewpoint stop.

              ✓ Free 24h cancellation
              Code: 15404P7
            

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