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> transportation in costa rica to different surf towns, whats any advice to hire a driver or tour transfer
3rdworldlover
post Jan 8 2009, 12:16 AM
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hi, i am in jaco beach costa rica

i am looking to visit a few different surf beach towns and i do NOT want another taxi experience
it is way too expensive. i was thinking maybe a tour or travel company that i can pay and get a driver with a nice vehicle to take me to a different beach every day ?

i dont know what to do and the busses are too slow and eat up all my vacation time ,

any suggestions ?

i found them thanks , http://www.dosgringoscr.com
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post Jan 8 2009, 09:13 AM
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I was under the impression that buses in Costa Rica were quite good.
My friend rented a car before, and she said it was really easy to get around:
http://www.travelpod.com/forums/index.php?...ost&p=82546


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post Jan 8 2009, 11:25 PM
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Well my name is Johnny everytime i travel into Costa Rica i use the transfers there on time and very helpful.. I can hire them to take me to different beaches or the city.. Transfers are the way to go........ The guys i used last where www.dosgringoscr.com ..
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post Jan 8 2009, 11:26 PM
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Well my name is Johnny everytime i travel into Costa Rica i use the transfers there on time and very helpful.. I can hire them to take me to different beaches or the city.. Transfers are the way to go........ The guys i used last where www.dosgringoscr.com ..
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post Jan 20 2009, 02:24 PM
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I would also suggest that you try one of the all-inclusive surfing tour outfits like Una Ola Surf Resort. They provide transportation, guided surf tours and accommodations for surfers. They are also located in front of one of the best surfing waves in Costa Rica.
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post Jul 20 2009, 09:50 PM
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There is a new company called Amagi Adventures out of tamarindo that I hear is really good. they do airport pickups and surf packages to take you to different surf breaks. amagiadventures.com i will probably use them when i go
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post Jul 22 2009, 11:04 AM
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I think you should just surf everywhere you need to go.... I mean... how hard can it be
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post Jul 22 2009, 11:06 AM
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Haaaaaaaahahaha.


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post Jul 22 2009, 11:13 AM
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Surfing is for the cool folk.... I think you should open up a surf shop on the beach.
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post Aug 31 2009, 12:58 PM
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QUOTE(azreal @ Jul 22 2009, 12:13 PM) *

Surfing is for the cool folk.... I think you should open up a surf shop on the beach.


Most towns have bus service, even if off the beaten path such as Playa Guiones near Nosara in Guanacaste. And all taxis, including the red and orange taxis from the airport will transport you anywhere you wanna go for a price. If you want private transportation, don't have much luggage, and can survive without all of the required insurance that official taxis have, I suggest hiring one of the piratas in unmarked cars. You can negotiate with them and usually get better deals. Or you can try a local tourist guide like Samara, Nosar, Carrillo Local Guide which lists many of the local transport companies that can be hired for special schedules and destinations.
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