Tours in Jaco(Airport Shuttle Jaco) How They Work And When To Use Them?

 

Shuttles In Costa Rica: How They Work And When To Use Them

Transportation is usually one of the most stressful parts of a planning a trip to Costa Rica. There is so much conflicting information about road conditions, safety, and if you should chance driving on your own. post may help convince you one way or the other. But if you have already decided that you’d rather not drive, this post is for you. Here, we will explain when you may want to use shuttles, the difference between private and shared shuttles, and how we can help you book the right ones.When to Use Shuttles
You may be considering a shuttle if:

You’re uncomfortable driving or taking the bus in a foreign country
You arrive late and don’t want to drive at night
You want to sit back and enjoy the beautiful scenery on the way to your destination and Transportation Costa Rica.
You have a group larger than 5 (most rental cars hold only 5 passengers comfortably with luggage). You can always rent a car locally once you get to your destination and unload your.
General Information
In Costa Rica, shuttle van transfers are an extremely popular way to get around. When you visit, you are bound to see countless numbers of these vans at the airport and zipping along highways or on backroads. Compared to many other developing countries, Costa Rica’s shuttle industry is very professional and the service is reliable.

 Tourism is the country’s number one source of revenue so the industry is very developed.Which one is right for you really boils down to these factors: time, budget, number of people and the destinations in your itinerary. We have flown, driven, bused and shuttled all around Costa Rica and each one offers a different experience. However, taking a shuttle is ideal for those who are:

On a time limit.
Not on a super strict budget.
Not interesting in driving.
Looking for something simple and efficient.
If that sounds like you, then taking shuttles in Costa Rica will be the best transportation option.

Types of Shuttles in Costa Rica

In Costa Rica, there are private and shared shuttles Costa Rica Shuttles. Here are the differences below.

Private Transportation vs Shared Transportation
The key differences between a private and shared shuttle in Costa Rica are that with a private shuttle, they wait for you directly at the airport, you can be picked up or dropped off at a vacation rental, you can ask them to stop during the drive and they don’t have a set schedule.

Additionally, most companies offer refreshments (bottled water) and free Wi-fi. But the best part is that you’ll have the entire shuttle to yourself and your group.

Shared shuttles have a set schedule, normally cannot pick up directly at the airport, only make 1 stop and pick up and drop off at hotels only. They can take from 10–15 passengers so you will have to wait to pick up and drop off other people. You can’t really choose seats as it goes by whoever gets picked up first according to their schedule.

Luggage is also more limited, usually for shared shuttles passengers are allowed 1 check in and 1 backpack.

Shuttle Costs in Costa Rica
Costs vary depending on destinations and number of people. Private is more expensive, especially for 1- 2 travelers but is a good value for groups of 4+. For example, a shared shuttle from La Fortuna to Tamarindo is around $59 USD per person and a private is around $250 USD total for 1–4 passengers.

So if you have a big group of at least 4 people, the cost works out to be about the same as a shared shuttle.

Space and Privacy
Private shuttles are excellent for families with young kids or seniors since you will be able to ask the driver to stop at any time and have the whole vehicle to your group. That way, you have all the space, privacy and flexibility.

Private shuttles also give you a more personalized experience, since many drivers like to share information about Costa Rica so someone can sit up front and talk to them. If you’re in a big group and don’t want to drive, private shuttles are the way to go and aren’t very expensive when you calculate it out the cost per person.

Additionally, if you are a bigger person like very tall or stout, a shared shuttle will not be very comfortable because usually the vehicle is full. When it’s full, it gets cramped, especially if the other passengers are also bigger adults. You can’t stretch out or ask the driver to make stops so if that is you, I would book a private shuttle for the most comfort.

Advantages of Taking Shuttles in Costa Rica
There are quite a few advantages of taking shuttles in Costa Rica.

Faster than a bus. Private shuttles being direct and hotel door to the hotel door, it’s super convenient. You don’t need to switch buses or wait for people to get on/off along the way.
You don’t need to worry about directions or bus schedules. Getting lost is one of my personal fears when traveling abroad. A shuttle takes away all that stress.
Efficient. Did I mention that shuttles are super stress-free? All you have to do is book the shuttle, get picked up at your hotel and you’re good to go! And that’s awesome if you’re going to destinations that don’t have a lot of bus routes like Santa Teresa, Samara, etc.