High-speed taxi boat + shared shuttle from San José Area & Juan Santamaría International Airport to Montezuma & Tambor

Overview

Travel from San José Area & Juan Santamaría International Airport to Montezuma & Tambor 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 or airport pickup within the designated pickup zone
• Taxi boat crossing across the Gulf of Nicoya
• Hotel drop-off in Montezuma or Tambor
• 1 suitcase + 1 personal item included per passenger
• Approximate travel time of 3h

Good to Know

• Travel from San José Area & Juan Santamaría International Airport to the Jacó-area boarding point by shuttle, cross to Tambor by high-speed taxi boat, then continue by shuttle to Montezuma & Tambor where needed. For Tambor, an onward shuttle is only needed for the agreed drop-off location.
• 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 the San José area and Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO).
• Drop-off available in Montezuma & Tambor.
• This route includes both shared shuttle transportation and a taxi boat crossing across the Gulf of Nicoya.
• The taxi boat crossing lasts approximately 1 hour and provides one of the fastest routes available to Montezuma and Tambor, avoiding the long drive around the Nicoya Peninsula.
• The journey begins with a shared shuttle transfer to the Central Pacific coast, followed by a scenic Gulf crossing and continued ground transportation to Montezuma or Tambor.
• Travelers may have the opportunity to enjoy coastal scenery and occasional marine wildlife sightings, including dolphins, turtles, manta rays, 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.
• 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.
• If arriving into SJO the same day, we strongly recommend allowing sufficient time for immigration, baggage claim, and airport pickup procedures.

Additional Costs

• 7:00 AM: $87.60 base + 13% tax = $98.99 total per passenger.
• Surfboards under 7 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)
• Additional fees may apply for difficult-access properties requiring 4x4 pickup.
• Additional charges for pick up or drop off outside the designated areas apply only with the client's approval before the reservation is confirmed.
• Surfboard: $20 + 13% tax ($22.60 total) (maximum 7 ft, subject to transport-provider approval). Please include the length of your surfboard under special requirements when booking.

Cancellation Policy

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

Frequently Asked Questions