PRIVATE SHUTTLE
Manuel Antonio / Quepos to Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula)
4,5 H1-12 passengersDoor-to-door
How much does a private shuttle from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) cost?
Prices in USD per vehicle. All-inclusive: A/C, WiFi, water, child seats, door-to-door.
What is the drive from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) like?
The drive from Manuel Antonio to Puerto Jiménez on the Osa Peninsula is a roughly 4.5-hour journey down Costa Rica's southern Pacific coast. You leave the beaches of Manuel Antonio and Quepos, follow the scenic Costanera Sur coastal highway south past Dominical and Uvita, then cross to the Chacarita junction and into the wild rainforest of the Osa — the gateway to Corcovado National Park.
What can you see between Manuel Antonio / Quepos and Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula)?
Golfo Dulce and the Osa Peninsula rainforest — gateway to Corcovado National Park
Chacarita junction — the doorway on/off the peninsula
Uvita & Marino Ballena National Park (the famous 'Whale Tail' beach)
Dominical — a laid-back Pacific surf town
Long scenic stretches of the Costanera Sur coastal highway
Quepos & Marina Pez Vela, next to Manuel Antonio
What are the road conditions from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula)?
Fully paved the whole way. The quieter rural road across the Osa Peninsula joins the well-maintained Costanera Sur (Highway 34) coastal highway at Chacarita for most of the drive.
Traveler Tip
Fill up and grab snacks before heading onto the Osa Peninsula — services get sparse past Chacarita. The stop near Uvita or Dominical is perfect for a coffee and a Pacific photo.
Is the shuttle from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) family-friendly?
Free child seats (infant, convertible, booster) are included. It's a long drive, so we plan a rest stop — just tell us ages at booking and we'll have the right seats ready.
Budget breakdown
One flat price per vehicle — $330 for 1-5 passengers — not per person. For families or small groups it beats a domestic flight plus transfers, and it's door-to-door.
About travel times
Google Maps sometimes suggests a mountain route via San Isidro. Our drivers take the coastal Costanera Sur — flatter, more scenic, and usually faster.
Is the shuttle from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) available 24/7?
We run this route at any hour. Night driving on the Costanera is safe with our professional drivers, though daytime is best for the coastal views.
Local insider tip
Ask your driver about a quick stop at the Uvita 'Whale Tail' in Marino Ballena National Park on the way south — a great leg-stretch and a classic coastal photo.
Frequently asked about Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula)
How long is the drive from Manuel Antonio to Puerto Jiménez?
About 4.5 hours by private shuttle along the southern Pacific coast via the Costanera Sur highway, including a short rest stop.
How much does a private shuttle from Manuel Antonio to Puerto Jiménez cost?
$330 USD per vehicle for 1-5 passengers, $380 for 6-9, and $420 for 10-12. Price is per vehicle, not per person, and includes taxes, tolls, and free child seats.
Is the road between the Osa Peninsula and Manuel Antonio paved?
Yes. It's fully paved — a rural road across the Osa that joins the coastal Costanera Sur (Highway 34) at Chacarita.
Can we stop along the way?
Yes. Popular stops include Uvita's Marino Ballena National Park (the 'Whale Tail') and the surf town of Dominical. Just tell your driver.
How much does a private shuttle from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) cost?
Private shuttle from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) starts at $330 USD per vehicle (1-5 passengers). The price is per vehicle, not per person — everyone in your group travels together for the same flat rate. Larger vehicles for 6-18 passengers are available at higher tiers.
How long does the drive from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) take?
The drive from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) takes approximately 4,5 H. Travel times can vary slightly depending on traffic, weather, and road conditions. Our drivers monitor conditions in real time to choose the fastest safe route.
Is the shuttle from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) private?
Yes. Every Private Travel CR shuttle is fully private — you ride only with your group, no shared seats with strangers. The price covers the entire vehicle door-to-door, including a professional bilingual driver, free WiFi, bottled water, free child seats on request, and full insurance.
Do you pick up at any address in Manuel Antonio / Quepos?
Yes, we offer door-to-door pickup anywhere in Manuel Antonio / Quepos — hotels, Airbnbs, private villas, or any specific address you give us at booking. We confirm the exact pickup location 24 hours before your trip.
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