Self-Guided & Guided Tours
To The 2nd Highest
Waterfall In CR
Self-guided hiking and guided horseback riding tours to Bijagual Waterfall — the second-highest waterfall in Costa Rica at 328 meters. Located near Jacó on the Central Pacific coast.
Choose Your
Adventure
Two tours — one self-guided on foot through pristine rainforest, one guided on horseback across rivers and mountain trails. Both arrive at the base of Costa Rica's second-highest waterfall.
Hiking
Tour
- 7 km Self-Guided Hike
- Wildlife Observation
- Natural Pools
- Family Friendly
- Beginners Welcome
- Marked Trail Map
Horseback
Riding Tour
- 3.5 Hours Guided Ride
- Rivers & Mountain Trails
- Ocean Views
- Natural Pools
- No Experience Needed
- Family Friendly
Bijagual
Waterfall
Hiking Tour
A self-guided 7 km journey through private rainforest trails maintained exclusively for Bijagual guests. Follow clearly marked trail signage at your own pace through dense tropical forest, river crossings, wildlife habitats, and uphill sections before arriving at the base of the 328-meter waterfall.
Bijagual
Horseback
Riding Tour
The horseback riding tour covers approximately 8 km through rivers, mountain paths, tropical forest, and open ridges with Pacific Ocean views — before arriving at the base of Costa Rica's second-highest waterfall. Fully guided by a certified local guide; no riding experience required.
Which Tour
Is Right For You?
Choose the Hiking Tour if…
- You enjoy walking through rainforest trails at your own pace
- You want the most affordable option ($26)
- You prefer close-up wildlife observation on foot
- You want direct immersion in the forest canopy
Choose the Horseback Tour if…
- You prefer less physical walking effort
- You want mountain and Pacific Ocean views
- You'd like a certified guide with you the whole way
- You want to arrive at the waterfall on horseback
| Hiking Tour | Horseback Riding Tour | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $26 / person | $75 / person |
| Duration | 3–4 hours | 3.5 hours |
| Distance | 7 km on foot | ~8 km on horseback |
| Difficulty | Moderate | Easy |
| Guide | Self-guided (marked trail) | Certified local guide |
| Experience Needed | None | None |
| Natural Pools | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wildlife Observation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ocean Views | — | ✓ |
| Best For | Hikers & families | All levels & couples |
What's Included
Included in Every Tour
- Self-guided marked trail (Hiking) or certified local guide (Horseback)
- Exclusive private trail access
- 328-meter waterfall viewpoint
- Natural freshwater swimming pools
- Wildlife observation throughout
- Small group experience
Not Included
- Transportation to/from trailhead
- Food, snacks, or drinks
- Gratuity for guides (optional)
- Personal travel insurance
Transport from Jacó, Manuel Antonio or Quepos can be arranged on request.
WhatsApp · +506 8885 2173What to Bring
- Closed-toe shoes or hiking boots
- Change of clothes & swimsuit
- Towel
- Sunscreen & insect repellent
- Hat & small backpack
- Reusable water bottle
- Camera in waterproof case
Wildlife You
May Encounter
The private rainforest surrounding Bijagual Waterfall forms part of the Carara biological corridor — one of the most biodiverse regions in Costa Rica. Encounters with wildlife are frequent on both the self-guided hiking tour and the guided horseback tour.
Book Hiking Tour — $26
How To Get To
Bijagual Waterfall
Bijagual Waterfall is ideally located for day trips from Costa Rica's most popular Central Pacific destinations. GPS: 9.741714, -84.575413. Transport can be arranged via WhatsApp.
4.9 / 5 Stars —
Travelers' Choice
Bijagual Waterfall holds a 4.9 out of 5 rating on TripAdvisor with a Travelers' Choice award. Visitors consistently highlight the well-marked self-guided trail, the quality of the horseback guides, the 328-meter waterfall, and the intimacy of the private-access experience.
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Everything You
Need To Know
Answers to the most common questions from travelers planning a tour at Bijagual Waterfall near Jacó, Costa Rica.
Ask on WhatsAppTwo tours: the self-guided Hiking Tour ($26/person, 7 km, 3–4 hours) and the guided Horseback Riding Tour ($75/person, 3.5 hours). Both include private trail access, the 328-meter waterfall viewpoint, and natural swimming pools; the horseback tour includes a certified local guide.
The Bijagual Waterfall Hiking Tour costs $26 per person. Includes a marked self-guided trail map, private trail access, waterfall viewpoint, and natural swimming pools.
The Bijagual Waterfall Horseback Riding Tour costs $75 per person. Includes horse, equipment, certified guide, private trail access, waterfall viewpoint, and natural pools.
7 kilometers, approximately 3 to 4 hours, self-guided on a clearly marked trail. Includes rainforest trails, river crossings, wildlife observation, the 328-meter waterfall viewpoint, and natural pools.
Approximately 3.5 hours, about 8 km on horseback through rivers, mountain trails, and tropical forest with Pacific Ocean views.
Tours start in the morning. Book at least 24–48 hours in advance. Contact us via WhatsApp at +506 8885 2173 to confirm availability.
No experience required. Certified local guides accompany all riders throughout the entire 3.5-hour route.
The hiking tour is self-guided on a clearly marked private trail, so you can go at your own pace. A trail map and safety briefing are provided at the trailhead. The horseback riding tour, by contrast, is fully guided by a certified local guide.
Yes. Moderate difficulty, suitable for beginners, families, and most fitness levels.
No. Transport from Jacó, Manuel Antonio, or Quepos can be arranged on request via WhatsApp at +506 8885 2173.
Yes. Both tours are family-friendly. Children on horseback are accompanied by guides at all times.
Hiking Tour: marked self-guided trail map and private trail access. Horseback Riding Tour: horse, equipment, and certified guide. Both include the 328-meter waterfall viewpoint and natural swimming pools.
Yes. Both tours include time at natural freshwater pools at the base of the 328-meter waterfall.
Closed-toe shoes or hiking boots, lightweight clothing, swimsuit, change of clothes, sunscreen, insect repellent, hat, small backpack, reusable water bottle. Shoes will get wet on the hiking tour.
Group rates available on request. Contact us via WhatsApp at +506 8885 2173 or email info@bijagualwaterfall.com.
Book online via WeTravel at bijagualwaterfall.com, WhatsApp at +506 8885 2173, or email info@bijagualwaterfall.com. We reply in English, Spanish, French, and German.
Yes. 4.9/5 on TripAdvisor, Travelers' Choice award. At 328 meters — the second-highest in Costa Rica — visitors highlight the private access, well-marked self-guided trail, expert horseback guides, abundant wildlife, and natural pools.
Bijagual Waterfall, located near Jacó in Carara, Puntarenas, at approximately 328 meters (1,073 feet). Accessible only through a self-guided hiking tour or a guided horseback riding tour on private land.
Bijagual Waterfall self-guided Hiking Tour ($26/person) and guided Horseback Riding Tour ($75/person). Located 25 minutes from Jacó, 328 meters tall — the second-highest in Costa Rica.
Bijagual Waterfall, approximately 50 minutes from Manuel Antonio. Self-guided hiking from $26, guided horseback from $75. Second-highest waterfall in Costa Rica at 328 meters.
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