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How to get to Santa Teresa

There are many ways to get to the blue zone Santa Teresa. Find out more here

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by plane

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Costa Rica has several domestic airlines that connect the most popular destinations. The flight from San José to Tambor takes 20 minutes and offers a great view of the Nicoya Peninsula. From Tambor, you can reach us in 40 minutes by taxi or rental car.

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by public transport

The bus network in Costa Rica is very well developed, making the country easily accessible by bus. From San José to Santa Teresa, the following bus connections are available:

NICOYA PENINSULA BUS

The most affordable option is the Nicoya Peninsula bus, which you can board in San José or Villa Bonita in Alajuela. The bus runs twice a day and costs $15, including the ferry. The trip takes about 6 hours.

SHUTTLE OR PRIVATE BUS

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by car

Directions

The drive takes about 6 hours and leads from San José to Puntarenas. In Puntarenas, you will take the ferry to Paquera, which lasts about 1 hour and 20 minutes. You will receive a ticket for your car upon entry, and you need to pay for it at the bakery.

We recommend booking the ferry ticket in advance during the high season. Afterward, drive from Paquera to Cobano and then to Mal Pais/Santa Teresa (after Cobano, turn left towards Mal Pais. Do not follow the GPS straight ahead!).

To be as flexible as possible, renting a car is highly recommended. We suggest renting a 4x4, whether large or small. Depending on where you are traveling in Costa Rica, a 4x4 is still essential.

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