Jaco → Manuel Antonio / Quepos
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Direct, non-stop service from Jaco to Manuel Antonio / Quepos, operated by a professional bilingual driver in a modern air-conditioned private vehicle.
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Travel notes: Manuel AntonioWhat to expect, the ride from Jacó, local tips and related routes
About Manuel Antonio
Manuel Antonio is Costa Rica's most visited national park: white-sand coves backed by rain forest where sloths, capuchin and squirrel monkeys and hundreds of bird species are seen on almost every walk. The hillside road between Quepos town and the park entrance is lined with hotels, restaurants and sunset viewpoints over the Pacific.
It is a long haul from Guanacaste, but a classic combination for travellers finishing at San José Airport, and an easy 3-hour run from SJO itself.
The ride from Jacó
From San José the drive is about 3 hours on Route 27 and the coastal highway through Jacó. From Liberia Airport or the Guanacaste beaches allow 5 to 5.5 hours; the road is paved the whole way with a lunch stop on the coast at Jacó or Parrita. From La Fortuna it is roughly 4.5 hours. Your driver takes you to your hotel door, even on the steep hillside streets where taxis hesitate.
Good to know before you arrive
- The national park is closed on Tuesdays and limits daily visitors; buy tickets online in advance.
- Hire a guide with a scope at the park entrance: you will see five times more wildlife.
- Never leave food unattended on the beach; the monkeys and raccoons are professionals.
- Quepos town, 15 minutes away, has the cheaper restaurants and the Saturday farmers' market.
Related private shuttles
- Return trip: Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Jacofrom $170
- LIR - Liberia Int. Airport → Manuel Antonio / Queposfrom $370
- SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport → Manuel Antonio / Queposfrom $215
- Jaco → LIR - Liberia Int. Airportfrom $295
- Jaco → SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airportfrom $170
- La Fortuna (Arenal) → Manuel Antonio / Queposfrom $325
- Monteverde (Cloud Forest) → Manuel Antonio / Queposfrom $305
- Conchal (Guanacaste) → Manuel Antonio / Queposfrom $405
- Flamingo (Guanacaste) → Manuel Antonio / Queposfrom $405
Questions about Jacó to Manuel AntonioDuration, price, meeting point, stops, child seats, delays and cancellations
- How long does the private shuttle from Jacó to Manuel Antonio take?
- The driving time depends on your exact pickup and drop-off points in Jacó and Manuel Antonio; we confirm it with your quote. The service is direct, with no other passengers and no detours.
- How much does a private shuttle from Jacó to Manuel Antonio cost?
- $170 for 1 to 5 passengers, $220 for 6 to 9 passengers and $285 for 10 to 12 passengers, per vehicle. The price is per vehicle, not per person, and includes the driver, fuel, tolls and 13% VAT. There is nothing to pay at pickup.
- Where does the driver pick me up in Jacó?
- At the door of your hotel, villa or rental in Jacó, at the time you choose. Give us the property name or a map pin when you book and the driver comes to the entrance.
- Can we stop along the way from Jacó to Manuel Antonio?
- Yes. Short stops for food, a supermarket, an ATM or photos are part of the service. Longer detours, such as a waterfall or a second town, are quoted in advance so there are no surprises.
- Do you have child seats for the trip to Manuel Antonio?
- Yes, and they are free. Costa Rican law requires a car seat or booster for children under 12 or shorter than 1.45 m (4 ft 9 in), so tell us the ages when you book and the right seats are installed before pickup.
- Can I travel from Jacó to Manuel Antonio at night or very early?
- Yes. We run 24 hours a day, every day of the year, with no night surcharge. Early departures for morning flights and late arrivals are routine.
- What is the cancellation policy for this shuttle?
- Cancel more than 48 hours before pickup for a full refund minus the 13% tax. Within 48 hours the trip is non-refundable. Changes to date, time or address are free up to 48 hours before, subject to availability.