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Excellent service!
Our diver was lovely very helpful and ready to teach us everything he knew The transport comfortable and has wifi...thanks our trip was spectacular.
Shared Shuttle from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio
At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $134 / person
- Location
- Monteverde, Costa Rica
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 12 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Faro Travel Costa Rica
Description
Our daily shuttles offer a safe, convenient, and economical way to travel between the most popular destinations in Costa Rica. Shuttle service is a shared transportation option in an air-conditioned minibus (or coaster) between popular destinations. Shuttle routes operate daily, and in some cases there are multiple departure times throughout the day. However, shuttles are by no means a public bus. All the vehicles used for shuttle transportation are air conditioned, well-maintained minibuses (passenger vans) driven by reliable and punctual Costa Rican bilingual professionals, who are eager to help you move safely around the country. Enjoy your way with Free Wi-Fi inside the vans to share every adventure of your trip and our professional drivers will show you our amazing country!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 5
- Adult (ages 10+)
- $134
- Child (ages 4–9)
- $80
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 4.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Water bottle
Hotel pickup and drop-off
WiFi on board
Driver
Taxes and Fees
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
• Hotel pickup from Monteverde/Santa Elena only. We will pick you up at the hotel, private home or identifiable landmark to start this great expedition. • Hotel drop off at Manuel Antonio/Quepos only. We will drop you off at the hotel, private home or identifiable landmark. • Pickup time depends on the pickup location. Please provide the pickup location so we can give you an approximate pickup time. • The pickup time may vary without notice depending on road traffic and other pick-ups. • Please be ready 15 minutes before the confirmed pickup time. • Sometimes a particular hotel is located outside the area’s main hotel zone, and the shuttle will not provide door-to-door service. In these cases, a taxi can take you and your group to the shuttle pickup location or your final hotel stop. • The driver will wait a maximum of 10 minutes at the pickup location for a passenger traveling on shared shuttles. If passenger doesn't show 10 minutes passed the pickup time they will be considered No Show and 100% of the service will be charged.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
12 reviews
How it compares in Monteverde
- Starting price $134 is close to the typical $130 for tours of similar length in Monteverde
Excurgo comparison of 203 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Approximate pickup time depends on the pickup location.
- All children must be accompanied by an adult.
- All shared shuttles include a 10 minute rest stop where passengers can stretch, use the facilities, and get a snack. This stop may be a connection stop or may involve a change of vehicle depending on the route.
- Please provide the pickup location so we can give you an approximate pickup time.
- Please be ready 15 minutes before the confirmed pickup time.
- Please provide the drop off location.
- The pickup time may vary without notice depending on road traffic and other pick-ups.
- The driver will wait a maximum of 10 minutes at the pickup location for a passenger traveling on shared shuttles. If passenger doesn't show 10 minutes passed the pickup time they will be considered No Show and 100% of the service will be charged.
- Sometimes a particular hotel is located outside the area’s main hotel zone, and the shuttle will not provide door-to-door service. In these cases, a taxi can take you and your group to the shuttle pickup location or your final hotel stop.
- Morning shared shuttles are operated with a minimum of 2 passengers. If you are only 1 passenger, you can still check for availability since it is possible that we have more passengers on that same date/time and thus accommodate your reservation at the closest time/date available.
- Afternoon shared shuttles are operated with a minimum of 4 passengers. If you have fewer passengers, you can still check for availability since it is possible that we have more passengers on that same date/time and thus accommodate your reservation at the closest time/date available.
- Please provide us with the departure time, and exact name of the pick-up and drop-off locations (airport, hotel, private home, or identifiable landmark in Costa Rica). Otherwise, we can't completely confirm the booking until we have all this info.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
0+ days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Shared Shuttle from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio take?
Shared Shuttle from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio lasts about 5 hours.
How much does Shared Shuttle from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio cost?
Prices start at $134 per person for this Monteverde experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Shared Shuttle from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does Shared Shuttle from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio cost for children?
Children aged 4–9 pay from $80, adults from $134. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Shared Shuttle from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. • Hotel pickup from Monteverde/Santa Elena only. We will pick you up at the hotel, private home or identifiable landmark to start this great expedition. • Hotel drop off at Manuel Antonio/Quepos only. We will drop you off at the hotel, private home or identifiable landmark. • Pickup time depends on the pickup location. Please provide the pickup location so we can give you an approximate pickup time. • The pickup time may vary without notice depending on road traffic and other pick-ups. • Please be ready 15 minutes before the confirmed pickup time. • Sometimes a particular hotel is located outside the area’s main hotel zone, and the shuttle will not provide door-to-door service. In these cases, a taxi can take you and your group to the shuttle pickup location or your final hotel stop. • The driver will wait a maximum of 10 minutes at the pickup location for a passenger traveling on shared shuttles. If passenger doesn't show 10 minutes passed the pickup time they will be considered No Show and 100% of the service will be charged. Pickup points include Hotel El Tucan, Hotel Montana Monteverde.
What languages is Shared Shuttle from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Shared Shuttle from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Faro Travel Costa Rica.
Reviews(12)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
C
By road with Francis
A great trip. Francis taught us many things during the journey and made it very pleasant, even though it was very long because of the traffic jams.
O
Awesome experience
It was a wonderful ride with Francesco! He even showed us his families garden and gave us different exotic fruits to try.
T
Great drive
Comfortable and luxurious shared shuttle bus driven by a good and safe driver. Great communications ahead through the app. On time pick-up and drop-off as requested. Thank you
R
The Shuttle System is Geat
It's amazing how well the shuttle companies work together to make sure everyone gets where they need to go. Our driver got us to San Jose safe and sound despite very bad rain. We also stopped for a bathroom/snack break
M
One of the best transfers ever - it was genuinely fun, not just efficient and useful
Absolutely BRILLIANT. It’s not just a simple transfer (on time and efficient though it was), it’s also a lovely journey with amazing views. Driver pointed things out and gave interesting facts etc about the places we passed along the way. He also v briefly stopped (after checking with us it was ok to do so) at an amazing view point and also spotted MONKEYS in the trees by the roadside. If I could give 7 stars, I would. We got there on time after a comfortable safe and enjoyable journey.
J
Relaxing transportation to Manuel Antonio
It is definitely a lengthy drive from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio, but Brian did a great job to keep us all safe and comfortable. He gave us a break twice on the trip. Once for a leg stretch and snack at a great roadside location. Later we took a quick stop at the crocodile bridge to see the huge crocks. The weather was rainy, but Brian drove us safely to our destination. I definitely recommend.
Operator response
Dear Jon_T, Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with our shuttle service from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio. We understand that the drive can be lengthy, but we're delighted to hear that Brian, your driver, went above and beyond to ensure your safety and comfort throughout the journey. It's great to know that Brian made two breaks during the trip, allowing you to stretch your legs and enjoy a snack at a wonderful roadside location. The quick stop at the crocodile bridge to see the impressive crocs sounds like an exciting addition to your journey. Despite the rainy weather, Brian prioritized your safety and successfully drove you to your destination without any issues. We appreciate your recommendation and are thrilled that you had a relaxing transportation experience with us. If you ever need our services again or have any future travel plans, please feel free to reach out. We'd be more than happy to assist you. Safe travels! Darla, owner The Faro Travel Costa Rica Family WhatsApp and Telegram: +506 8578-4040
S
No leg room
We were picked up on time and happy to be in a comfortable spacious van with big windows to enjoy the views. Unfortunately a short time later we were moved to a very uncomfortable and crowded van with literally no leg room. Our luggage was tied to the top of the van. Our driver was kind and thoughtful, but the van was awful. We canceled our return shared van ride.
Operator response
Dear saracG, On behalf of our entire family, I would like to apologize for not exceeding your expectations which is always our seal of satisfaction. We learn from criticism and truly value the opinions of all our customers, so we appreciate your feedback and regret that you did not have an overall pleasant trip. However, we highly appreciate your good comments about our driver. All our Team is knowledgeable, passionate, professional, and loves going above and beyond for all visitors. We will run an investigation into this situation and take it as an opportunity for us to improve and work harder to keep providing distinctive service. Please accept our apologies and I hope you will be willing to give us another chance in the future. Pura Vida! Freddy, owner Team Faro Travel WhatsApp and Telegram: +506 8578-4040
H
Great experience
Great driver. He was accommodating and went above and beyond for us. Also, Very knowledgeable about the surrounding area!
Operator response
Dear hannah_m, So grateful and delighted to read your comprehensive review on Faro Travel Costa Rica and the work of our professional driver on this great experience! As you note, being a family-owned and operated project ensures that we offer first-class and distinctive service at Faro Travel Costa Rica. I enjoyed reading that the service was excellent and that our professional driver went above and beyond for you. Our seal of satisfaction will always be exceeding travelers' expectations when using our safe, convenient and comfortable transportation services. We are passionate about what we do, and behind each operation, we have the best professionals taking care of every little detail. Thank you again for traveling with us and for taking the time to write such a wonderful review! We would love to have you traveling with us again in the not too far future and provide the same or even a superior level of experience. Pura Vida! Andrés, owner Team Faro Travel WhatsApp and Telegram: +506 8578-4040
W
Economical, Comfortable, Safe & FAST
We took the Faro Travel shared shuttle from Monteverde to Manuel San Antonio. We were picked at our hotel by their minibus and were dropped off at our new hotel. Scheduled for a five hour journey, our driver dropped us off more than a half hour early. We had had an 35 minute break after about 2 hours on the road. The mini-bus could carry ten passengers, but we only had six aboard. It was equipped with A/C and free WiFi. Really very Comfortable. Really recommend Faro Travel's Shared Shuttle Service.
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Operator response
Hey wijram! Thank you very much for your time to share your comments about your recent experience with us. As you note, being a family owned and operated project ensures that Faro Travel is meticulously cared and looked for and adds a lot of charm and character to it as well. We try our best to offer personalized experiences in every single service. We are so honored to know that you had a great experience with us! Our team is passionate about what we do and it's gratifying to have these results through your comments. Hope you can come again to Costa Rica and don't hesitate on traveling with us, we'll be glad to have you back. Pura Vida! Darla, owner Team Faro Travel WhatsApp: +506 8578-4040
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