FAQ's
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHO CAN DRIVE OUR TOMCARS?
Anyone with a valid driver's license can get behind the wheel for a thrilling Howling Monkey Adventure through the jungle. No license is necessary for laps on our Howling Monkey TOMCAR Track.
WHAT SHOULD WE BRING/WEAR?
  • Reef shoes or similar type shoes or sandals with a back and grip for hiking and navigating slippery rocks
  • Bathing suit
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellant
  • Camera
  • Clothing: Dress for comfort in clothing that can get dusty
  • Money for tour costs, gratuities for guides and a variety of Howling Monkey Adventures souvenirs (T-shirts, tank tops, hats, bandanas, stickers, etc.).
WHAT SHOULDN'T WE BRING/WEAR?
  • Valuables: We recommend that you leave valuables at your hotel or somewhere safe. Howling Monkey Adventures is not responsible for valuables left in your vehicle during tours.
  • White or light coloured clothing is not recommended - things will get dusty/dirty
  • Anything unnecessary: A dry bag can be provided to protect your delicate items (like cell phones and cameras), however, we encourage you to travel light.
HOW DO WE GET THERE?
We are located on the Costanera Highway beside Jaco Ropes and across from the cemetery. We offer guests an optional pick up service at Jaco area hotels.
WHAT AMENITIES ARE AVAILABLE ON-SITE?
On-Site you will have access to brand new restroom facilities including showers for convenience and use before and after tours as well as free wifi for easy posting of the day's experience on social media. We also have our awesome Howling Monkey Adventures souvenirs for purchase so you can remember your adventures!

The TOMCAR


The TOMCAR! YOU are the driver of the safest highest level performance off-road vehicle in its class! The TOMCAR was created to make the impossible possible. From it’s origins as a fast, tough, off road military vehicle, the Tomcar has evolved into an ultra-functional, durable and versatile machine for use in the most demanding conditions.

The TOMCAR is the result of military and industrial development incorporating off-road vehicle technology and the physics of driving into an easy to operate, lightweight automotive framework with advanced safety features and high ground clearance. TOMCAR's impeccable safety record coupled by ease of use cannot be duplicated by any other off-road vehicle on the market. Get ready for the adventure of a life-time!

TOMCAR FEATURES

  • Sliding bucket seats with racing style 4-point safety harness
  • Tilt steering wheel
  • Automotive safety glass windshield
  • Armor reinforced front end drive system
  • Long suspension travel and low center of gravity
  • Four wheel fully independent suspension
  • Roll cage, the only completely welded unit in the off-road industry, utilizing a thickness of steel normally used in bigger, heavier vehicles
  • Automatic transmission
  • Controls like a traditional automobile vs. ATV/UTV enabling a rapid learning curve for the operator