PRIVATE SHUTTLE
Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) to Manuel Antonio / Quepos
4,5 H1-12 passengersDoor-to-door
How much does a private shuttle from Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) to Manuel Antonio / Quepos cost?
Prices in USD per vehicle. All-inclusive: A/C, WiFi, water, child seats, door-to-door.
What is the drive from Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) to Manuel Antonio / Quepos like?
The drive from Puerto Jiménez on the remote Osa Peninsula to Manuel Antonio is a roughly 4.5-hour journey up Costa Rica's southern Pacific coast. You leave the rainforest of the Osa — the gateway to Corcovado National Park — cross to the Chacarita junction, then follow the scenic Costanera Sur coastal highway north past Uvita and Dominical to the beaches of Manuel Antonio and Quepos.
What can you see between Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) and Manuel Antonio / Quepos?
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 Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) to Manuel Antonio / Quepos?
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
Leave Puerto Jiménez with a full tank and any snacks you want — services on the Osa are limited. The mid-drive stop near Uvita or Dominical is a great spot to stretch and catch your first big Pacific views.
Is the shuttle from Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) to Manuel Antonio / Quepos family-friendly?
Free child seats (infant, convertible, booster) are included. It's a long drive for little ones, so we build in 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's far cheaper than a domestic flight plus separate transfers, and it's door-to-door with no connections.
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 Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) to Manuel Antonio / Quepos available 24/7?
We run this route at any hour for early Corcovado departures or late arrivals. Night driving on the Costanera is safe with our professional drivers, though daytime lets you enjoy the coastal scenery.
Local insider tip
If you have time, ask your driver about a short stop at the Uvita 'Whale Tail' viewpoint in Marino Ballena National Park — one of the most photographed spots on the southern Pacific coast.
Frequently asked about Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) → Manuel Antonio / Quepos
How long is the drive from Puerto Jiménez to Manuel Antonio?
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 Puerto Jiménez to Manuel Antonio 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 Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) to Manuel Antonio / Quepos cost?
Private shuttle from Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) to Manuel Antonio / Quepos 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 Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) to Manuel Antonio / Quepos take?
The drive from Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) to Manuel Antonio / Quepos 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 Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) to Manuel Antonio / Quepos 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 Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula)?
Yes, we offer door-to-door pickup anywhere in Puerto Jimenez (Osa Peninsula) — 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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