A comfortable minibus transfer linking Monteverde with Pacific coast destinations including Jaco, Manuel Antonio, Uvita and Dominical. Expect mountain-to-coast scenery, a crocodile viewing stop at the Tarcoles River and scheduled drops in coastal towns.
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You pull the clouds of Monteverde behind you as the minibus eases from misted saddle into open, sunlit valleys. The road unravels—a descent of hairpin turns, pasture mosaics and then the Pacific appearing like a silver promise on the horizon. Conversation softens; cameras come up. This is transfer travel with daylight views, not just a ride.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–5 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; suitable for travelers of all abilities who can board a minibus.
Wildlife
History
The route moves from the Tilarán cloud forests—long used for cattle and shade-grown coffee—down to coastal towns that expanded as ports and fishing hubs in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Conservation
Travelers should stay on marked viewing areas, avoid feeding wildlife, and support local businesses that practice sustainable tourism to reduce pressure on coastal ecosystems.
Reserve your spot on the Shuttle Monteverde to Jaco, Manuel Antonio today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Confirm pickup location and time
Drivers start early; verify your exact hotel or Airbnb pickup the evening before to avoid missed departures.
Bring motion‑sickness remedies
The descent from Monteverde includes steep, winding roads—consider medication or seating toward the front if you’re prone to nausea.
Carry a light rain jacket
Microclimates change quickly—pack a compact rain shell for the cool highlands and sudden coastal showers.
Bring cash for quick purchases
Small vendors and tips are easiest to handle with colones or USD in small bills; credit card acceptance may be limited along stops.
Daypack
Keeps personal items, water and documents accessible during stops and transfers.
Compact rain jacket
Useful for cloud-forest drizzle and sudden coastal showers during the rainy months.
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Motion‑sickness tablets
Helpful on steep, winding mountain descents if you're prone to nausea.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is important when transitioning from cool mountain air to hot, humid coastlines.
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