
Central Pacific · Costa Rica · Near Jaco
The 2nd Highest Waterfall in Costa Rica
Experience the 328-meter Bijagual Waterfall on self-guided hiking and guided horseback riding tours across private rainforest trails, rivers and mountain landscapes near Jaco.
Bijagual Waterfall · Carara · Costa Rica
A Private Waterfall Experience Near Jaco
Set in the Carara region of Costa Rica's Central Pacific coast, Bijagual Waterfall rises approximately 328 meters (1,076 feet), the second-highest waterfall in the country. The property is accessible exclusively through tours on private land, keeping the experience intimate and unspoiled.
Travelers visiting Jaco, Manuel Antonio and Quepos consistently rank Bijagual among the region's standout natural destinations for its height, biodiversity, private access and the rare option to arrive on foot or on horseback.
- i.2nd highest waterfall in Costa Rica, 328 meters
- ii.Exclusive private trail access, no public crowds
- iii.Natural swimming pools on every tour

Choose Your Adventure
Two Ways to the Falls
Whether you hike through rainforest trails or ride through Costa Rican mountain landscape, both routes deliver you to one of the country's most breathtaking natural destinations.
No. 01
No. 02Unique Experience · Guided · 3.5 Hours
Horseback Riding Tour
- Rivers & mountains
- No experience needed
- Ocean views
Why Bijagual Waterfall
More Than a Tour. A Connection to Nature.
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The 2nd Highest Waterfall in Costa Rica
At approximately 328 meters (1,076 feet), Bijagual ranks as the second-highest waterfall in the country, with a scale, force and sense of seclusion that heavily visited parks can't replicate.
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Private Rainforest Access
Bijagual operates on private land with small groups. Visitors explore undisturbed forest, rivers and wildlife corridors without national park crowds, for a quieter, more intimate encounter with nature.
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Exceptional Biodiversity
The trails cross some of the most biodiverse rainforest ecosystems on the Central Pacific. Scarlet macaws, white-faced capuchin monkeys, toucans and blue morpho butterflies are regularly observed on both tours.
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Local Experiences
The team behind every tour comes from the Carara region and shares natural history, wildlife anecdotes and conservation context, turning a beautiful outing into a truly educational journey.




Watch the Experience
See Bijagual in Motion
Watch the largest waterfall on Costa Rica's Central Pacific coast: 328 meters of raw power surrounded by pristine rainforest, just minutes from Jaco.
PlayBijagual Waterfall, the Largest on the Central Pacific
Filmed on location · Carara, Puntarenas
Rainforest Biodiversity
Life in Every Direction
The trails at Bijagual Waterfall pass through one of the most biodiverse forest corridors on the Central Pacific. Whether hiking or riding, the journey is filled with the sights and sounds of Costa Rica's wild interior.
- Scarlet Macaws
- White-faced Capuchins
- Howler Monkeys
- Toucans
- Blue Morpho Butterflies
- Tropical Frogs
- Exotic Orchids
- 200+ Bird Species

How to Find Us
The Best Waterfall Near Jaco & Manuel Antonio
Bijagual Waterfall sits between Jaco and Manuel Antonio, near Carara National Park on Costa Rica's Central Pacific coast, an ideal day trip from Los Suenos Resort, Playa Herradura, Esterillos, Bejuco, Dominical and Uvita.
Whether you're staying in Jaco (25 min), Manuel Antonio (50 min), Quepos (55 min) or even San Jose (1.5 hrs), Bijagual is one of the most accessible and rewarding nature excursions on the Central Pacific coast.
The property sits in the Carara region, a biodiversity corridor connecting Carara National Park to the coast and home to scarlet macaws, monkeys and some of the most species-rich rainforest ecosystems in Costa Rica.
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What Our Guests Say
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Based on 176 reviews
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Sineth VargasTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Hice el tour a caballo y fue una experiencia espectacular. Los caballos son hermosos, muy tranquilos y conocen muy bien el camino. El guía, Denis, fue muy atento durante todo el recorrido. La catarata tiene una vista muy agradable y las pozas al final son perfectas para refrescarse. Nos incluyeron el almuerzo en el pueblo de Bijagual, el cual vale mucho la pena visitar. Recomendado :)Posted on Google![]()
EM EachTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Precioso lugar! No me canso de visitarlo. He hecho esta caminata a caballo y tmb caminando y ambas experiencias han sido geniales. Cuenta con senderos muy lindos, el mirador con vista al tarcoles, la catarata es espectacular y la poza bellísima con diferentes lugares para darse un buen chapuzón y disfrutar rodeado de pura naturaleza.Posted on Google![]()
Dave AltschulerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The hike is a bit difficult and the trail is not as scenic as others in the area, but the river is great and worth the hike. Grab a walking stick at the start and wear good shoes.Posted on Google![]()
Cara HerdrichTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The hike to the falls was relatively easy. We had to cross a shallow part of a river and the clay ground was slippery at times. We saw a snake and heard howler monkeys. The last 900 m to the falls was tough and exhilarating. Down and back up on a narrow trail took an hour. Rain started about 20 minutes in and became a heavy rain including thunder by the time I reached the falls. Rain disappeared for a short time for the walk back. The wet clay stuck to my shoes and the path, especially the downhills, became a bit slippery. I am a 58 year old woman, somewhat fit. This was the most challenging thing I’ve done since running a full marathon in 2016 (I was in better fitness then,though). Totally worth the hike, but a warning if you have any fitness limitations!Posted on Google![]()
Guiselle P. LópezTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Hermosa catarata rodeada de naturalezaPosted on Google![]()
Keren BarnesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We had such a great experience! Alexander, the coordinator, was incredibly accommodating from start to finish. He answered any questions we had and even helped us arrange transportation to and from the tour, which made everything so seamless. The area itself is absolutely beautiful and peaceful. We started with about a 45-minute horseback ride, and the horses were very calm, well-trained, and clearly knew the trail. I never felt concerned about safety at any point. After the horseback ride, we did a moderately challenging hike to the waterfall. The guides were amazing, super friendly, patient, and always willing to help, especially during some of the more difficult parts of the hike. Afterward, we rode the horses to a beautiful natural swimming pool where we had time to swim, relax, and enjoy the scenery. The entire staff was so kind and helpful, and everything from transportation to the actual tour went smoothly. Such a beautiful experience, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting the area!Posted on Google![]()
Rachel LaVergneTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We had a great time on our horseback riding tour! Dennis was a great guide. He was patient with us on the walking portion of our hike to/from the waterfall (which is a moderate to hard difficulty) and provided us ample time at the pool for swimming. I would recommend this tour to anyone who enjoys horses regardless of previous riding experience.Posted on Google![]()
Cătălin HuștiuTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Alex and Diego were very friendly and really good guides! One kid from the group was a bit scared so they immediately found a solution to help her and put her at ease. Diego is very knowledgeable about the plants and the animals and was an amazing guide, doing a great job explaining the various natural elements we encountered! The horses were very gentle and calm, the ride was very nice and the views were amazing! Trail requires a bit of physical condition, but it's not too challenging. The cool water of the natural pool was amazing after the trail!
FAQ
Everything You Need to Know
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On Costa Rica's Central Pacific
Bijagual Waterfall is located near Carara, Puntarenas, ideal for day trips from Jaco, Herradura, Manuel Antonio and Quepos. Transport can be arranged on request via WhatsApp.
- From Jaco~25 min
- From Manuel Antonio~50 min
- From Quepos~55 min
- From San Jose~1.5 hrs

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