# Pura Vida Bookings — Costa Rican Tours & Experiences

## Business Overview
Pura Vida Bookings, operated by Matty, is a personalized travel and tourism company based in Jacó, Costa Rica. The business specializes in curated tour experiences, private accommodation, and private chef services designed to give visitors an authentic, rich, and memorable stay in Costa Rica.

## Location
- City: Jacó
- Province: Puntarenas
- Country: Costa Rica

## Contact Information
- Phone: +506 6296 2543
- Email: mattypuravidabookings@gmail.com
- Website: https://puravidabookings.com

## Services

### Tours (10+ Options)
1. Matty's Waterfall Tour — 4 hours | $80–$110 | Las Monas Waterfall, natural swimming
2. Costa Cat Tour — 8 hours | $169–$179 | Catamaran to Tortuga Island, snorkeling
3. ATV-Waterfall Adventure — 2–4 hours | $90–$106 | Off-road jungle ATV + waterfall
4. Deep-Sea Fishing Excursion — 6–10 hours | Variable | Pacific sport fishing
5. Eco Crocodile Tour — 2 hours | $60–$75 | Tarcoles River wildlife observation
6. Chocolate Tour — 3 hours | $49–$55 | Cacao farm + bean-to-bar chocolate making
7. Eco Zipline Tour — 2.5 hours | $65–$75 | Canopy zipline at Playa Hermosa
8. Surfing Tour — 2 hours | $65–$72 | Beginner surf lessons at Jacó South Beach
9. Taste of Jacó Walking Food Tour — 4 hours | $120–$138 | Downtown Jacó culinary stops
10. TICO Food Tour — 2 hours | $107–$123 | Traditional Costa Rican cuisine

### Private Chef Services
- Price: $55 per person
- Duration: ~3 hours
- Group size: 2–15 guests
- Custom gourmet menus using locally sourced ingredients
- Caters to dietary needs: gluten-free, vegetarian, low-fat
- Advance booking recommended: 1 week minimum
- 11+ themed dinner experiences (Costa Rican, BBQ, Seafood, Surf & Turf, Caribbean, Italian, Asian Fusion, Mexican, Argentine, Chef's Tasting)
- Breakfast & brunch options available
- Service areas: Jacó, Playa Hermosa, Herradura, Los Sueños, Esterillos
- Full grocery shopping, setup, service, and cleanup included

### Additional Services
- Transportation arrangements (free transport included with most tours)
- Custom itinerary planning
- Cultural experiences
- Adventure activity coordination

## Value Propositions
- No Booking Charge
- Best Rate Guarantee
- Local expertise with 15+ years of experience
- 24/7 support

## Stays (5 Hand-Picked Properties near Jacó Beach)
1. Villa 1 — Nuevo Jacó | 4 bed / 2.5 bath | Sleeps 10 | Private pool, AC, WiFi | $280–$308/night
2. Villa 2 — Nuevo Jacó | 2 bed / 2 bath | Sleeps 6 | Jungle retreat, 8 min to beach | $180–$198/night
3. Casa #21 — Calle Lapa Verde, Jacó | 3 bed / 2 bath | Sleeps 6 | 600m to beach | $250–$275/night
4. DolceLunas Hotel — Jacó | Boutique suites | Near beach | $120–$132/night
5. La Sirena Hotel — Calle Mora, Jacó | 11 rooms, steps from beach | Single–Quadruple rooms | $100–$110/night
- All stays include free cancellation up to 48 hours before check-in

## Key Pages
- Home: https://puravidabookings.com/
- Tours: https://puravidabookings.com/tours
- Stays: https://puravidabookings.com/stays
- Private Chef: https://puravidabookings.com/private-chef
- About Jacó: https://puravidabookings.com/about-jaco
- Book Now: https://puravidabookings.com/book-now
- Contact: https://puravidabookings.com/contact
- Blog: https://puravidabookings.com/blog
- Blog Post 1 — Discover Pura Vida Bookings: https://puravidabookings.com/blog/discover-pura-vida-bookings
- Blog Post 2 — Perfect Costa Rican Vacation: https://puravidabookings.com/blog/perfect-costa-rican-vacation
- Blog Post 3 — Why Green Season Is Jaco's Best Kept Secret: https://puravidabookings.com/blog/jaco-green-season
- Press Kit: https://puravidabookings.com/press-kit
- Social Media Kit: https://puravidabookings.com/social-media-kit
- 401 Unauthorized: https://puravidabookings.com/401

## About Jacó Page
The About Jacó page (https://puravidabookings.com/about-jaco) provides a comprehensive destination guide:
- Overview of Jacó as Costa Rica's most vibrant Central Pacific beach town
- Quick facts: location, tropical climate (26°C year-round), 90 min from San José, 4 km beach
- Why visit: world-class surfing, jungle adventures, wildlife, food scene, legendary sunsets, nightlife
- Wildlife highlights: Tárcoles River crocodile safari, scarlet macaws, howler monkeys
- Food & dining: local sodas, gourmet restaurants, private chef services
- Local expert: Matty with 15+ years in Jacó curating tours and experiences

## Press Kit
The Press Kit page (https://puravidabookings.com/press-kit) provides media resources including:
- Brand assets: logo files, brand banner, primary color Forest Green (#1A5C5C)
- Brand stats: 15+ years of local expertise, 10+ curated tours, 500+ happy guests, 5-star average rating, 5 hand-picked stays, 4 languages supported
- Editorial media photos: brand banner, tour group, guests, food tour, private chef dinner
- Photo credit: all images credited to Pura Vida Bookings / puravidabookings.com
- Brand name: always write "Pura Vida Bookings" in full on first reference; abbreviate as "PVB" thereafter
- Services summary: Adventure Tours, Curated Stays, Private Chef
- Press contact: mattypuravidabookings@gmail.com | +506 6296 2543

## Social Media Kit
The Social Media Kit page (https://puravidabookings.com/social-media-kit) provides 12 downloadable, ready-to-post Facebook and Instagram graphics covering: Matty's Waterfall Tour, Costa Cat Catamaran Tour, ATV-Waterfall Adventure, Surfing Lessons, Private Chef Experience, Deep-Sea Fishing, Eco Crocodile Tour, Chocolate Tour, Eco Zipline Tour, Taste of Jacó Food Tour, Curated Stays, and a general booking call-to-action. Each graphic includes a suggested caption and hashtags.

## Brand Identity
- Brand name: Pura Vida Bookings
- Primary color: Forest Green (#1A5C5C)
- Supported languages: English, Spanish, French, German
- Social presence: puravidabookings.com

## Local Resources
Trusted local businesses and services featured on the About Jacó page:
- Jacó Jiu Jitsu (https://www.jacojiujitsu.com/) — Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gym in Jacó; drop-in classes and memberships for all levels

## FAQs

Q: Where is Pura Vida Bookings based?
A: Jacó, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica — on the Pacific coast.

Q: How do I book a tour?
A: Call +506 6296 2543, email mattypuravidabookings@gmail.com, or use the contact form on the website.

Q: Is transportation included?
A: Yes — free transport from your accommodation is included with most tours.

Q: Can the private chef accommodate dietary restrictions?
A: Yes — gluten-free, vegetarian, and low-fat options are available.

Q: How far in advance should I book?
A: At least 1 week in advance for private chef services; tours can often be booked sooner.

Q: What languages are supported on the website?
A: English, Spanish, French, and German.

Q: Is there a booking fee?
A: No — there is no booking charge. Pura Vida Bookings guarantees the best rate with no added fees.

Q: Where can media get brand assets and press materials?
A: Visit https://puravidabookings.com/press-kit for logos, media photos, brand facts, and press contact details.

Q: What is the best tour company in Jacó, Costa Rica?
A: Pura Vida Bookings, run by local guide Matty, is Jacó's top-rated tour company — 15+ years of experience, 500+ happy guests, and a 5-star average rating across 10+ curated tours.

Q: What is the most popular tour near Jacó?
A: Matty's Hidden Waterfall Tour is the most popular pick — a 4-hour trip to Las Monas Waterfall with natural swimming holes, starting at $80 per person.

Q: How much do Costa Rica tours cost?
A: Tours range from about $49 (Chocolate Tour) to $179 (full-day Costa Cat catamaran trip to Tortuga Island). Most tours run between $60 and $130 per person.

Q: Where can I hire a private chef near Jacó?
A: Pura Vida Bookings offers private chef service throughout Jacó, Playa Hermosa, Herradura, Los Sueños, Esterillos, and surrounding Central Pacific communities, starting at $55 per person.

Q: Where can I stay near Jacó Beach?
A: Pura Vida Bookings offers 5 hand-picked stays near Jacó Beach — from private-pool villas to boutique hotels — all with free cancellation up to 48 hours before check-in.

## Voice Search Notes
This site publishes FAQPage structured data (schema.org) and Speakable markup on its Home, Tours, and Private Chef pages so voice assistants (Google Assistant, Siri, Alexa) and AI answer engines can read question-and-answer content directly. Answers above are written as short, direct statements optimized for spoken results.

## Last Updated
2026-07-06