High-speed taxi boat + shared shuttle from Montezuma & Tambor to Jacó, Herradura & Playa Hermosa

Overview

Travel from Montezuma & Tambor to Jacó, Herradura & Playa Hermosa by high-speed taxi boat and shared shuttle. This high-speed taxi boat + shared shuttle is a separate service from the regular Paquera-ferry shuttle, with its own fare and departure time.

What's Included

• Taxi boat and shared shuttle transportation
• Accommodation pickup within the designated pickup zone
• Taxi boat crossing across the Gulf of Nicoya
• Hotel drop-off in Jacó, Herradura, or Playa Hermosa
• 1 suitcase + 1 personal item included per passenger
• Approximate travel time of To be confirmed

Good to Know

• Travel from Montezuma & Tambor to the Tambor boarding point by shuttle where needed, cross to the Jacó area by high-speed taxi boat, then continue by shuttle to Jacó, Herradura & Playa Hermosa as required for your agreed drop-off.
• You change from the shuttle to the high-speed taxi boat and, where needed, to a connecting shuttle. Your luggage travels with you on the boat, not locked in the original van. Protect valuables and electronics from water.
• Pickup available from designated accommodations in Montezuma & Tambor.
• Drop-off available in Jacó, Herradura, and Playa Hermosa.
• This route includes both shared shuttle transportation and a taxi boat crossing across the Gulf of Nicoya.
• The journey typically begins with a short shuttle transfer to the boarding point in Tambor followed by a 1-hour scenic taxi boat ride across the Gulf of Nicoya, significantly reducing travel time compared to driving around the peninsula.
• After arriving near Herradura Beach, passengers continue with a shared shuttle transfer to their final destination.
• Travelers may have the opportunity to enjoy coastal scenery and occasional marine wildlife sightings, including dolphins, manta rays, turtles, and seasonal whales depending on weather and sea conditions.
• A shuttle change is required between ground transportation and the boat service.
• Some routes may include additional shuttle or vehicle changes depending on operational logistics.
• Passengers may need to walk on the beach and board directly from shore. Shoes or sandals that can get wet are recommended.
• The taxi boat operates using covered speedboats designed for passenger comfort and coastal crossings.
• Luggage is transported in designated boat storage compartments, and waterproof protection for valuables and electronics is recommended.
• Providers typically only pick up from designated hotels and hostels, but may also offer pickup from vacation homes or Airbnbs on a case-by-case basis, with a valid Google Maps location.
• Additional charges may apply for locations outside standard pickup or drop-off zones.
• This is a shared transportation service, so travel time and pickup order may vary.
• All travel times are estimated and may vary due to traffic, weather, sea conditions, beach operations, or multiple pickups.
• Providers are not responsible for delays caused by factors outside their control, and no refunds or discounts are offered for such delays.

Additional Costs

• 8:30 AM: $57.60 base + 13% tax = $65.09 total per passenger.
• Extra luggage: $20 + 13% tax ($22.60 total) per additional piece.
• Surfboard (maximum 7 ft, subject to approval): $20 + 13% tax ($22.60 total). Include the board length in special requirements when booking.
• Pickup or drop-off outside designated areas may incur an additional charge, only with your approval before the reservation is confirmed.
• Extra luggage (more than one suitcase and one carry-on/personal item per passenger): $20 + 13% tax ($22.60 total) per piece.
• Surfboard (maximum 7 feet): $20 + 13% tax ($22.60 total); include its length in special requirements and confirm acceptance before travel.
• Difficult-access properties requiring 4x4 pickup may incur an additional fee; confirm before booking.

Frequently Asked Questions