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Pura Vida Gardens and Waterfalls, Jaco

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#2 of 7 in Parks in Jaco

#Waterfall, #Garden

See the tallest waterfall in the country and views of the Pacific at Pura Vida Gardens and Waterfalls. The gardens teem with a variety of plant life, including thousands of flowers and many varieties of domestic and foreign orchids. Follow the easy, well-maintained paths, and spot butterflies, scarlet macaws, and toucans flying overhead. Dine at the on-site restaurant opposite the majestic 183 m (600 ft) waterfall, while overlooking panoramic views of the Pacific coastline and the surrounding mountains. Sunsets here are particularly spectacular. Plan to visit Pura Vida Gardens and Waterfalls and other customer-reviewed, writer-recommended Jaco attractions using our Jaco trip planner .

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Pura Vida Gardens and Waterfalls Reviews

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By Lemont60439 On February 4, 2018

We visited Pura Vida while on a cruise. This is a well manicured Park, in such a beautiful country. It is a 40min drive from from the cruise port. It is moderate for activity, although persons with he... more »
By AVHack On January 31, 2018

Quite the climb to get there but we were rewarded with stunning views, a beautiful tropical garden, 2 toucan sightings, a delicious lunch and a convivial host. more »
By OperaSharon On January 22, 2018

After ascending a steep jungle-covered mountain you arrive at the summit -- a lush garden with jaw-dropping views down into the valley far below. Great variety of plants and flowers, toucans in the tr... more »

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By Matt Robillard On February 5, 2018

Nice paved or stone paths through the hill tops. Nicely kept, this is more garden tour than waterfall, the big waterfall is seen but from a great distance. Smaller waterfalls are in the gardens. Lunch at the restaurant was nice. Nothing here for children. It was more expensive than it should have been. Road in was junk.

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By Scott Simmons On January 24, 2018

A vast and stunningly beautiful gardens, and a wonderful place to look for hummingbirds. We didn't give ourselves enough time to walk all the paths. I would give yourself a half day or so. During certain times of the year, the waterfall is very beautiful, but you can't get very close to it. This is a must see place if you're in the area.

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By adrian shotton On February 26, 2018

A little pricey but not bad. Consider Rainmaker as an alternative.

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By Mark Schonwetter On January 13, 2018

Beautiful property and the food and service were great too.

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By Errol Arevalo On March 27, 2017

Beautiful garden and definitely off the beaten path. Lots of paths can easily spend 2 hours wandering around the grounds. My family of three only ones visiting on a Sunday afternoon. $20 / person.

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