Shared Shuttle from San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua to Monteverde (Santa Elena)

Overview

Travel from San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua, to Monteverde (Santa Elena), Costa Rica in a comfortable shared shuttle with cross-border transportation service. This is a convenient option for travelers heading from Nicaragua to Costa Rica, with accommodation pickup and hotel drop-off available.

What's Included

• Shared shuttle transportation
• Accommodation pickup within the designated pickup zone
• 1 suitcase + 1 personal item included per passenger
• Approximate travel time of To be confirmed
• Cross-border transportation service

Good to Know

• Pickup available from designated accommodations in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua.
• Drop-off available in Monteverde (Santa Elena), Costa Rica.
• A shuttle change is required at the Peñas Blancas border crossing. Passengers must walk through immigration and customs before boarding the Costa Rica shuttle.
• Some longer routes may include additional shuttle or vehicle changes depending on the route or operational logistics.
• 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 shuttle, so travel time and pickup order may vary.
• All travel times are estimated and may vary due to traffic, weather, road conditions, border crossing times, 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.
• Passengers are responsible for organizing their schedules accordingly and allowing enough time to connect with flights, ferries, tours, or other activities.
• Each passenger is allowed: 1 suitcase + 1 personal item.
• The personal item must be a small bag or backpack that can be kept on the passenger’s lap or at their feet.

Additional Costs

• 11:00 AM, 10:30 AM: $105.60 base + 13% tax = $119.33 total per passenger.
• Surfboards (maximum 6 ft): $20 + 13% tax ($22.60 total)
• Please include the length of your surfboard under special requirements when booking.
• Extra luggage: $20 + 13% tax ($22.60 total)
• 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 6 feet): $20 + 13% tax ($22.60 total); include its length in special requirements and confirm acceptance before travel.
• Border taxes and immigration fees may apply; verify current amounts with relevant authorities before travel.

Cancellation Policy

• View full details [here](/terms-conditions).

Border Crossing

• Passengers are responsible for verifying visa and entry requirements before travel.
• Passports must typically be valid for at least 6 months.
• Travelers entering Costa Rica may be required to present proof of onward travel and accommodation details.
• Yellow Fever vaccination requirements may apply depending on nationality or recent travel history.
• A shuttle change is required at the border crossing and passengers must walk approximately 1.5 kilometers between immigration checkpoints and shuttle pickup areas.
• Carry cash in small denominations for immigration fees or border taxes if applicable.
• Passengers must collect and carry their own luggage through immigration and customs inspections.
• Border crossing times may vary significantly depending on traffic, migration lines, holidays, or government procedures.
• A valid passport entry and exit stamp should always be verified before leaving immigration facilities.

Frequently Asked Questions