Fun Facts about Jaco Costa Rica

Are you looking at Jaco rentals in Costa Rica and wondering what there is to do in this fantastic area? Or maybe you’re considering booking your bachelor party in Jaco and want to know about fun things to do during your stay. If so, this post is for you.

Here are some Fun Jaco Costa Rica Facts you probably didn’t know about Costa Rica before you book your Jaco rentals and reserve your time in the sun!

#1. The west coast has black beaches!

If you book a bachelor party in Costa Rica on the west coast, be ready for black beaches. As a result of sea currents and volcanic deposits, most of Costa Rica’s west coast beaches are black, making for some fantastic pictures!

The black volcanic sand of Jaco Costa Rica.

#2. The sun rises and sets at the same time.

Because of how close Costa Rica is to the equator, the sun sets and rises at the same time every single day, 365 days per year. This is an astonishing phenomenon that most people don’t know about.

Sun Set Jaco Costa Rica 2022

#3. There is excellent fishing in Costa Rica

You can enjoy excellent fishing opportunities if you stay on the country’s Pacific coast. The water is teeming with several species of fish, including Marlin, Snapper, Tuna, and much more. You can count on Costa Rica fishing to be among the best in the world.

Costa Rica has some of best fishing available in Central America

#4. There are over 200 volcanic formations

The country has over 200 volcanic formations to explore and see up close and personal. Most of them date back some 65 million years! Only 5 of these formations are classified as active, so don’t worry. You’re perfectly safe to explore them.

Arenal Volcano Costa Rica 2022

#5. There is a turtle sanctuary on the island

The Ostional Wildlife Refuge protects millions of turtles that nest on the island. Established in 1984, the sanctuary was designed to preserve turtles and protect them from poaching. If you want to see the turtles during your visit, plan for a July to September vacation when you can see them nesting on the beaches.

Ostional Wildlife Refuge

#6. Outdoor activities are abundant

There is no shortage of outdoor activities to choose from. From surfing to white water rafting to ziplining and beyond, there are so many things to do in Costa Rica that you might feel stressed to fit it all in. If you’re looking at Los Suenos rentals, you might want to check out some outdoor activities near you before you book your stay.

It’s very popular to take an ATV tour while you are in Costa Rica.

Ready to stay at the Los Suenos Resort or luxury beach villa? We want to make your stay unforgettable. When you book your stay with us, check out our Jaco Vacation Rentals and explore Costa Rica on your own terms.